Sourcing Business Development Director

Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

Sourcing Business Development Director at JLL driving strategic innovation in sourcing solutions. Leading a high-performing team to support business development and client expansions.

Posted 6/5/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois, New York, North Carolina, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $225,000 - $237,500 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Team Leadership & Talent Development
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 8-10 world-class sourcing professionals through visible leadership and active career coaching
Recruit, develop, rotate, and retain top Sourcing & Procurement talent by analyzing individual strengths and creating actionable career development plans
Foster an inclusive and collaborative team culture that delivers sustainable operational excellence across pursuit activities
Actively participate in talent Supply/Demand initiatives through networking, mentoring, and identifying internal and external candidates
Strategic Sourcing & Solution Development
Develop and lead complex short-term and longer-term sourcing strategies for pursuit activities, effectively managing supplier networks to deliver best-in-class performance
Provide strategic vision for all pursuit-related Sourcing & Procurement aspects, including best practices and innovation that differentiate JLL in the marketplace
Partner closely with Sales, Pricing, and Account leadership teams to develop innovative third-party solutions and competitive pricing strategies
Prioritize and manage multiple sourcing initiatives based on pipeline requirements, ensuring optimal resource allocation and accountability for deliverables
Stakeholder Engagement & Executive Relationship Management
Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including Sales leadership, Sourcing & Procurement teams, Corporate Legal & Risk Management, and Finance Directors
Lead and actively participate in strategy sessions with senior client and internal leadership teams
Work directly with executive leadership to manage expectations and ensure alignment between pursuit sourcing strategies and business objectives
Ensure all Sourcing solutions support relevant commercial commitments
Risk Management & Compliance Oversight
Identify risks and opportunities to stakeholders and recommend strategies to achieve company goals while mitigating risk
Own sourcing compliance and controls across all pursuit activities
Ensure all sourcing technology tools are leveraged effectively across pursuit engagements
Performance Management & Continuous Improvement
Monitor team performance against established KPIs and communicate results to business leadership
Drive innovation in sourcing processes and programs that create measurable value and competitive positioning
Business Development Support
Develop proactive go-to-market solutions that enhance JLL's competitive positioning in pursuits
Support supply partner growth initiatives and strategic relationship development to expand sourcing capabilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven ability to support career development through mentoring and visible leadership
5-8 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or business development with demonstrated pursuit/sales support success
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Marketing, or related field preferred
Professional sourcing/procurement certifications such as CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management), CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager), or equivalent
Advanced degree (MBA, MS) in relevant discipline is a plus
Experience in commercial real estate, facilities management, or integrated facility services industries
Demonstrated success creating high-performing, integrated teams committed to operational and commercial excellence
Experience managing and coaching teams on performance, progress, and developmental goals
Track record of actively participating in talent management through networking and mentoring
Ability to foster inclusive and collaborative team culture
Experience leading client meetings and strategy sessions at senior levels

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) plan with matching company contributions
Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

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Hard Skills & Tools

strategic sourcingprocurementbusiness developmentsupplier managementperformance managementrisk managementcompliance oversightKPI monitoringgo-to-market solutionssourcing technology tools

Soft Skills

team leadershipmentoringcareer developmentcollaborative culturestakeholder engagementrelationship managementinnovationcommunicationcoachingnetworking

Certifications

CPSMCPM