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Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally.
What this job involves:
Being the bearer of SCM best practices
We are hoping to employ an organized Director of Procurement to oversee logistics, planning and purchasing to ensure the consistency, cost-effectiveness, efficiency, and adequacy of the procurement process. They will be responsible for overseeing and facilitating the purchasing strategy, supervising teams of subordinate staff in purchasing, operations, and logistics, and ensuring all employees and processes meet the company's standards and designations for work quality.
With such a lot at stake, you must have the ability to carry out and follow through on procedures that are vital in facility management, technology, and engineering. When you do site reviews, you'll keep a lookout for opportunities to develop, innovate, and share within the global teams programmes that not only reduce costs, but also increase productivity. Spotting developments in international best practices and figuring out how to apply them locally is a constant, yet rewarding, challenge. This role also puts you in a unique position to promote our sustainability service strategies for achieving measurable improvements in diverse spent and onboarding diverse vendors who can be cost efficient.
Bridging gaps in processes and controls
As a Subject Matter Expert, you'll contribute to the optimisation of processes, tools and documentation. At the front of your mind at all times is completion and compliance of the procurement audit process. Keeping planned preventive maintenance programmes and service contracts in place and the work practices of contractors in check are also your mandate.
Safety first is your strapline and you'll do this by maintaining safety procedures, including crisis management or business continuity and emergency procedures at all times. Getting our site teams on board our risk management and mitigation initiatives will also fall on your shoulders.
Bringing new technologies
Technology is our prime focus to deliver best in class services to our client in real estate which focuses around the ESG goals, employee experience and Artificial Intelligence and machine learning. The role is supposed to provide the leadership to explore and bring new technology solutions from market for our clients.
Real estate utility and interior fitout projects
Facility management is an evolving and 360 Degree role to manage clients expectations by ensuring smooth facilities operations, ensuring resiliency and delivering small/medium works projects for our clients. The role is supposed to provide the leadership to facilitate the supply chain management of projects for our clients
Core Responsibilities
Maintain knowledge of the market, in addition to current prices and fair rates for goods.
Plan policies and procedures for efficiently, honestly, economically and productively purchasing goods for supply chain production and operation.
Establish essential guidelines for approving purchase orders, set purchasing policies, manage inventory, budget for materials and continuously consider stock requirements, skills and account balances.
Monitor, review and analyze bids and quotes with suppliers, including the negotiation of service agreements and contracts.
Oversee sources for purchasing supplies.
Maintain company budget and streamline costs
Requirement
Bachelor's degree in Business Management/Engineering or similar relevant field preferred
Previous experience in the field with demonstrable management experience
Assertive with strong communication skills
Excellent leadership and management skills
Extensive field knowledge
Strong leadership skills and the ability to direct others according to company standards
Exemplary multitasking and organizational skills
Excellent communication skills
Risk & Resiliency
Managing financial institution clients are always focussed on risk and resiliency. We have utmost focus on operational / equipment resiliency to ensure zero business interruptions through timely risk identification and mitigation.
Leading and growing our teams
In this role, you'll manage team and information they need to level up their know-how in delivering procurement services. You'll equip them with the right training and support them in getting their accreditations. Working hand in hand with line managers, you'll also be responsible for recruitment, performance planning and evaluations, succession planning and pay and reward programs.
Sound like you To apply you need to be:
Subject Matter Expert
You should have 12+ years of relevant experience in procurement management and minimum 5 years of experience in Facility management procurement at leading positions.
Roll-up-your sleeves attitude
Do you have the skills, passion and aptitude to take on this role Are you ready and excited to champion business goals and continuous improvement initiatives that empower both our clients and our people Do you know how to build a diverse team and inclusive culture that brings out the best in everyone If yes, then this job is for you.
What we can do for you:
At JLL, we make sure that you become the best version of yourself by helping you realise your full potential in an entrepreneurial and inclusive work environment. We will empower your ambitions through our dedicated Total Rewards Program, competitive pay and benefits package.
Apply today!
If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all of the requirements below. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
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 JLLa 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, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.
