Regional Procurement Lead

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Regional Procurement Lead Integrated Facilities Management

What this job involves:

Position Overview
The Regional Procurement Lead will direct the Supply Chain Management & Procurement (SCMP) function to deliver strategic outsourcing initiatives, cost optimization programs, and vendor management excellence in alignment with JLL's SCMP commitments. This role requires a multi-disciplined procurement expert with deep knowledge of Workplace and Integrated Facility Management (IFM). The successful candidate will develop and execute a comprehensive regional procurement strategy that drives complex initiatives, integrated outsourcing programs, platform technology compliance, global reporting standards, and procurement excellence.

Key Responsibilities

The Regional Procurement Lead will develop and implement regional procurement strategies aligned with global procurement governance frameworks. This includes designing and delivering communication and training programs for stakeholders, while executing contract and procurement strategies that generate sustainable long-term value. The role demands active leadership in vendor management, including oversight of RFP processes and execution. The position serves as the critical link between global regional strategy and on-the-ground implementation, requiring a hands-on approach to ensure seamless execution of procurement initiatives across the region.

Client Engagement & Performance Management

The Regional Procurement Lead will serve as a strategic partner to clients, cultivating strong, trust-based relationships through proactive engagement and consistent delivery of value. Success in this role requires anticipating client needs, maintaining regular communication, and ensuring procurement solutions align with and exceed client expectations. The position holder will be accountable for achieving agreed-upon savings targets, implementing robust tracking mechanisms, and providing transparent reporting on procurement performance metrics. This includes developing comprehensive savings validation methodologies and presenting results to clients and senior leadership in a clear, data-driven format.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Provide strategic SCMP direction across functional areas and programs, driving strategic outsourcing initiatives and vendor management excellence across multiple Integrated Facility Management disciplines.
• Strategy Development & Execution: Develop and present a formal regional procurement strategy aligned with global initiatives and mandates, ensuring seamless integration with corporate procurement frameworks and client-specific requirements. Lead the development and execution of vendor management strategies, identifying, sourcing, and securing optimal resources based on defined business requirements and measurable outcomes.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Management: Establish and maintain strategic relationships with all stakeholder groups, including clients, account management teams, and corporate procurement functions. Drive effective supplier communication, market evaluation exercises, and comprehensive supplier management and governance protocols.
• Cost Optimization & Value Delivery: Identify and capture cost reduction opportunities through leadership of annual savings programs with targets established each financial year. Maximize total buying power through strategic application of category management principles and cross-functional consolidation initiatives.
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation: Lead the implementation of continuous improvement programs with key suppliers and major buying groups, addressing end-to-end process optimization and value enhancement. Design and implement innovative processes and technology solutions where appropriate to drive operational excellence.
• Supply Market Intelligence & Management: Develop comprehensive understanding of relevant supply market dynamics and cultivate a supply base that optimally supports business goals. Influence supply markets to ensure access to best-in-class suppliers who consistently deliver optimal solutions to evolving business requirements.
• Best Practice Implementation: Lead the deployment of best practice procurement strategies across the account team for both operational expenditures and capital works programs, ensuring consistency and excellence in procurement execution.
• Organizational Development: Foster a continuous learning culture and high-performance environment within the procurement team, promoting enthusiasm, professional development, and operational excellence. Contribute to building a collaborative, team-based culture with account leadership, peers, and client organizations, strengthening cross-functional partnerships and alignment.

Promoting teamwork across the board

In this role, you will support our people’s growth and development through effective training and coaching sessions. Likewise, you’ll promote a culture that upholds the ‘I am JLL’ core behavior and fosters teamwork, cooperation and performance excellence. Also, part of your job is to ensure that the team is constantly motivated, and that trust and work ethics prevail among members.

Location: On-site –Mumbai, MH
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 48

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!

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