Assistant Strategic Sourcing Specialist

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way .   Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong.  Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.    What your day-to-day will look like: Provide support for Integrated Facilities clients and internal stakeholders related to optimization of JLL managed services operations and sourcing strategies.Responsible for delivering supplier and operational improvements; leading and executing strategic initiatives.  Support and guide operations teams through RFP/bid processes, contracting, and operational workflows while proactively managing stakeholder expectations. Initiate and monitor Sourcing Requests for contract extensions, renewals, and new service agreements. Coordinate with Shared Services, Corporate Legal, and Risk Management to ensure contractual compliance and obtain required approvals for terms and conditions. Partner with Sourcing Leader to prioritize deliverables, resolve operational issues, and maintain client satisfaction through effective resource coordination. Provide analysis and deliver appropriate compliance reports to Sourcing Lead, identifying risks and recommending corrective actions for system discrepancies. Conduct system audits to validate accuracy of KPI reporting. Verify that compensation rates in Work Order systems reflect current service agreements and contractual rate adjustments.   Desired or preferred experience and technical skills: Required 2-5 years strategic sourcing experience, preferably in Indirect Services. Excellent Inter-personal and Organization skills, Strong Analytical Ability, Proven ability to work independently while supporting teams in decentralized environment. Excellent communication skills – verbal and written. Proficiency with procurement systems (e.g., Aravo, Jaggaer, Corrigo, Avetta) and vendor management platforms highly desired. Demonstrated expertise in contract management, including renewals, negotiations, and compliance monitoring. Analytical mindset with experience maintaining 95%+ compliance rates.   Preferred Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from four-year college or university preferred. Project management and business transitions experience preferred. Experience developing process improvement initiatives and tracking systems Familiarity with RFP development and execution processes Knowledge of alliance partner programs and strategic sourcing best practices   Key Behavioural Competencies: Proactive, results-driven professional with strong initiative and consistent track record of achieving objectives. Detail-oriented analyst capable of streamlining complex processes and managing competing priorities effectively. Reliable team contributor who maintains quality standards under demanding workloads. Customer-focused problem solver committed to timely issue resolution. Interested?  An ideal candidate would need to have the following qualifications This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Location: On-site –Cincinnati, OH If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements.  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. Some of these benefits may include: 401(k)