Assistant Manager Procurement

Description

As a Procurement professional at JLL Technologies in Bengaluru, you will develop and execute sourcing strategies, manage the end‑to‑end procurement process, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to meet business needs. You will also lead the procurement team, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive cost‑saving and continuous‑improvement initiatives.

• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with company objectives.
• Manage full procurement cycle from need identification to contract negotiation and vendor management.
• Analyze market trends, pricing, and supplier performance for informed purchasing decisions.
• Negotiate contracts to achieve optimal terms, pricing, and quality.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement activities with business needs.
• Implement and maintain supplier evaluation and performance management system.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks through strategic sourcing and diversification.
• Lead, guide, and mentor the procurement team.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards.
• Drive cost‑saving initiatives and continuous improvement in procurement.
• Manage procurement budgets and track key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Stay current on industry best practices and emerging procurement technologies.

Requirements

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field (MBA preferred) and brings at least five years of procurement or supply‑chain experience. A proven track record of delivering cost savings, strong negotiation skills, proficiency with procurement software, and the ability to lead cross‑functional teams are essential, while professional certifications such as CPSM or CPM are a plus.

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business administration or related field (MBA preferred).
• Possess 5+ years of procurement, sourcing, or supply chain experience.
• Demonstrated success implementing procurement strategies and delivering cost savings.
• Strong negotiation and contract management abilities.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficient with procurement software and ERP systems.
• Knowledge of industry regulations and procurement best practices.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Leadership experience managing cross‑functional teams.
• Professional certification (e.g., CPSM, CPM) is a plus.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance