JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally.
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.
JLL has an opportunity for a Procurement Manager to take responsibility for the coordination and management of consultants, contractors, client stakeholders, and vendors for the successful delivery and execution of capital projects for our client across Asia.
In this role, you will be responsible for driving sourcing strategies that maximize savings and commercial opportunities while ensuring compliance and fostering innovation. Your duties will include leading robust tendering processes, working closely with JLL Engineering and operational site teams to identify suitable vendors, implementing clear objectives and quality control systems for all commercial activities. By coordinating closely with various stakeholder teams, you'll play a crucial role in delivering successful outcomes for capital projects.
The ideal candidate will have an eye for detail and a structured approach to tasks. You'll need to manage the demands of capital project procurement, requiring adaptability and strong organizational, sourcing and project management skills.
This role offers the opportunity to drive commercial value across a diverse range of projects and services, making a significant impact on our clients' operations and bottom line.
Making clients our priority
The best person for this job is one who always considers what’s best for our clients. As such, you’ll maintain a strong and positive relationship with our clients by identifying their needs, requirements, and constraints.
Maintaining the JLL legacy
We uphold excellence in everything we do—that has been essential to our more than 200 years of staying power. As the person in charge, your task is to continue our tradition of project success. You’ll accomplish this by creating a network of consultants and contractors who can deliver the required scope of every project.
Your expertise will also be central in identifying project risks and mitigating them. Furthermore, you’ll be responsible for developing project-related reports, analyses and reviews regularly.
A Snapshot of the Role
Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, with a proven track record in managing the capital sourcing process for projects in a similar role.
A background in Quantity Surveying and/or Project Management is beneficial.
Strong understanding of the fit-out, capital, and construction industries; construction methods; and project lifecycles. Experience with the operational aspects of mission-critical facilities and infrastructure systems will be highly regarded.
Identify early warnings and work with clients and project teams to suggest and implement appropriate risk mitigation measures.
Responsible for cost planning, cost control, procurement management, construction cost management, and associated project reporting duties.
Advise project teams on cost-effective and value-added solutions.
Monitor the procurement process, including tendering, recommendations, and contract awards.
Develop and maintain long-term partnerships with vendors; manage vendor selection, evaluation, and improvement initiatives.
Collaborate with clients and project management teams to translate business requirements into time-bound actions.
Recommend sourcing and e-bidding strategies for capital projects.
Manage complex analyses and share actionable insights.
Engage independently with project suppliers.
Perform ad hoc assignments as directed by management.
Sound Like You? To Apply, You Will Need to Have:
Results-focused, passionate about continuous improvement, and able to maintain a high level of client satisfaction with minimal issues.
A minimum of 5+ years’ experience in a related cost, or capital sourcing/ procurement/supply chain management role.
Background in Quantity Surveying, Commercial, or Construction preferred.
Strong understanding of new-built construction projects.
Strong technical sourcing & procurement experience, including RFP management, contract management, negotiation, supplier relationship management, evaluation and analysis skills.
Ability to work both independently and part of a wider team, managing a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to drive positive outcomes.
Excellent communication and reporting skills.
Logical approach and high attention to detail.
Bachelor's degree, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or an equivalent field preferred.
Experience working with E-sourcing tools
Proficiency in Arabic is favorable but not essential.
Hybrid role is based in India
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 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, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.
