Procurement Lead

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Shaping the future of real estate for a better world
At JLL, we see a Brighter Way forward for our clients, our people, our planet, and our communities. With over 200 years of real estate experience, we are, and always have been, in continual pursuit of brighter ways of working.
We bring to life see a Brighter Way in all that we do by seeking better, smarter, more innovative ways of working. We approach our work in a warmer, more optimistic, and inclusive way. JLL is a global leader in helping clients envision where people will live, work, play, shop, and eat.
**What this opportunity involves**:
Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for driving change within the construction and real estate industry? We're seeking an experienced Procurement Lead to join our Projects and Development Services (PDS) division in the APAC region.
In this role, you will be responsible for managing and directing the strategic sourcing and vendor management processes for PDS APAC. You will work closely with global stakeholders while leading a team across 16 countries in APAC. Your role will involve end-to-end ownership of the PDS APAC sourcing ecosystem, including procurement processes, policies, and templates, strategy development, and goal implementation.
This role can be based in our Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney or Singapore office.
**An overview of the role**:
Manage relationships with key stakeholders across the JLL business, both globally and regionally, as well as external partners.
Develop and implement sourcing strategies for PDS APAC, considering business context, trends, and strategy.
Oversee strategic sourcing initiatives and improvements, advising on local team structures and sustainability targets.
Drive the implementation of global initiatives within the sourcing framework, such as alliance programs and furniture solutions.
Analyze spend and identify sourcing and value creation opportunities.
Collaborate with other JLL business lines and regions to seek efficiencies and alignment in vendor management.
**Lead the procurement process for all service types**: build, manage, consult, and design.
Stay informed about market trends and expectations that may impact procurement management.
Act as a regional contact for JLL's global strategic sourcing platform and promote its adoption.
Build relationships with suppliers, consultants, and contractors to drive adoption of the sourcing platform.
Collaborate with technology platform owners to ensure alignment and continuous improvement.
**Core Skills**:
Demonstrated personal values aligned with teamwork, ethics, and excellence.
Passionate about driving change within the construction and real estate industry.
Ability to influence and drive adoption of technology.
Strong customer focus and ability to deliver outcomes.
Effective management of spend in line with procurement targets.
Organized and action-oriented, known for getting things done.
Experience working across the APAC region preferred.

**Qualifications**:
Bachelor's degree required.
At least 8+ years of experience in project management and procurement management.
Strong business analysis, relationship building, and communication skills.
Experience in procurement sustainability will be an added advantage.
**What you can expect from us**:
Great employee discounts off fitness & other renowned bands
Active Social Club
Well-being program
Paid time off for volunteer work
Career Opportunities with Australia's #1 Commercial Real Estate firm
Premium offices
Hybrid / flexible working
Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.
About JLL
- We're JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That's why we're committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We're using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.
Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we're honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.
Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we're headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds,