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Role

Support the Account Sourcing Manager/s in the delivery of the sourcing strategy at the client/s within the EMEA region.

Responsibilities

Support with the execution of the sourcing strategy set by the Client Account Sourcing ManagerSupporting with the development and implementation of initiatives relating to compliance, savings, consolidation, sustainability and innovationEnsure all JLL sourcing and contracting standards are maintainedSupport with the managing, maintaining and growing both supplier and internal stakeholder relationshipsUndertaking RFQ, RFP, RFX’s and associated process and evaluationUndertake e-auction/ electronic RFP through Bravo (Jaggaer) systemRisk Management. Identify and take steps to reduce business risk through the execution of effective sourcing strategiesSupport JLL regional sourcing programs, as requested by the Client Account Sourcing Management. Give input, feedback and assist with the execution on the accountResponsible for the administration of the Strategic Sourcing Audit program to ensure compliance with JLL contracting best practices and standardsProvide KPI monitoring through JLL systems regionally (supplier performance)Savings delivery for assigned projects and respective reporting (Hard savings / cost avoidance / value adds)Flow to work (additional purchasing projects) depending on the business need

Requirements:

Minimum 5 Year experience working as a Buyer or Procurement / Sourcing Specialist within FM, Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Estate Management etcFluent in English – other languages (Polish/French/German) would be a benefitExperience in Procurement/ e-auctions and sourcing contracted servicesStrong analytical ability requiredExcellent numerical and commercial acumenExcellent organizational and administrative skillsGood Follow-through of actions – Take responsibility for completion of tasksCustomer Service: Commitment to solve requests and problemsExcellent inter-personal, communication and negotiation skillsExcellent negotiation skillsExcellent stakeholder management skillsExcellent supplier performance management skillsExcellent PC skills, proficient in Office tools, especially Microsoft Outlook Word & Excel

What you can expect from us:

Employment contractHybrid work modelCompetitive benefit package (incl. Benefit Systems, private healthcare, life insurance)Possibility to work in a highly professional, stimulating and challenging work environment of multinational Company with great and long-term career prospectiveOpportunity to demonstrate your own initiativesOpportunity to participate in training and development programsFriendly and supportive company culture

Location:

On-site –Nairobi, KEN

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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