Develops and delivers communications with clarity and impact, ensuring consistent messaging.
Responsible for working with procurement business partners and service line leadership to align category management vision with service line and procurement priorities.
Removes roadblocks to enable the delivery of procurement, company and client goals.
Establishes category plans and strategy to ensure the right solution for C&W business lines.
Encourages creation and brings new best in class ideas and approaches to the table for developing and executing category strategies and working within the supply market to ensure Cushman & Wakefield meets or exceeds their objectives.
Monitors preferred supplier utilization, builds roster to ensure capability to deliver across the service line portfolios, and monitors performance to ensure capability to meet account needs.
Utilizes change management techniques to drive the development and utilization of a preferred supplier program.
Drives EBITDA growth through C&W’s preferred suppliers.
Becomes a trusted advisor and subject matter expert on the categories.
Communicates supply category preferred supplier metrics and helps the business drive greater adoption of the preferred supplier network.
Working with C&W Legal Counsel to ensure consistent templates to enable effective negotiations and risk mitigation.
Incorporates industry best practices into category delivery.
Building and managing diverse supplier relationships
Develops and maintains strong relationships with business units and the category management team.
Promotes compliance with C&W’s code of conduct.
Utilizes demand planning to target value from supplier agreements.
Working cross-functionally with other departments including Finance, Operations, Technology, HR, Project Management, etc. for delivery of category strategies.
Creates a working environment that encourages high performance and innovation.
Requirements
category management
procurement
data analytics
cpsm
bachelor’s
contract negotiation
7-10 years of facilities category management and/or operational experience from within the supply chain
Ability to build relationships at all levels
Contract negotiation and ongoing management skills
Demonstrated subject matter expertise in MRO or supplies procurement
In-depth knowledge of Procurement and fundamentals
Professional certifications preferred e.g., CPSM, CIPS, C.P.M., or evidence of continued professional growth
Bachelor’s degree
Capacity to develop innovative strategies and solutions, creative problem solver
Strong interpersonal and analytical skills
Analytics, ability to mine data to drive in depth analysis
Ability to independently lead & manage multiple projects
Ability to develop and understand data analytics, to mine data to drive in depth analysis of client 3rd party spend.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1917
Year of establishment
The company was established in 1917, marking over a century of operation in the commercial real-estate services sector.
$9.5B in Revenue
Annual revenue generated in 2023
In 2023, the company generated over $9.5 billion in revenue, reflecting its significant presence in the global market.
$191B in Deals
Total transaction volume in 2023
The company facilitated over $191 billion in deals in 2023, showcasing its substantial influence in the real-estate market.
4.3B sq ft Managed
Global commercial space managed
The company manages over 4.3 billion square feet of commercial space worldwide, highlighting its extensive portfolio.
With operations across ~400 offices in 60+ countries, it bridges global scale with deep local market insight.
Typical projects range from agency leasing and capital-markets advisory to project development and integrated facilities management.
The firm specializes across sectors including data centers, industrial/logistics, life sciences, retail, government, and healthcare.
A standout fact: it advises marquee assets like ports, rail hubs, and sports venues.
Culture + Values
Driven – We celebrate determination. Our intrinsic motivation, proactiveness, and service attitude outperform expectations for our colleagues, clients, and communities.
Resilient – We tackle challenges with grit. We navigate uncertainty with courage and adapt to deliver impactful outcomes.
Inclusive – We value curiosity and collaboration. We seek out different perspectives, listen actively and turn feedback into solutions.
Visionary – We foster forward thinking. Our continuous quest for improvement is guided by our desire to design a better future for our colleagues, clients and communities.
Entrepreneurial – We act like owners. We are resourceful, creative, and agile, and we balance competing needs to create impactful solutions for the real estate industry.
Environment + Sustainability
43% Drop
Emissions Reduction
Achieved a significant reduction in total Scope 1 & 2 emissions since 2019.
68% Reduction
Office Emissions Efficiency
Improved energy efficiency in offices, reducing emissions per thousand sq ft since 2019.
50% Target
GHG Emission Reduction
Committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 market-based GHG emissions by 2030.
100% Renewable
Corporate Electricity
Aiming to source all electricity for corporate offices from renewable sources by 2030.
Science-based targets approved by SBTi to reach net zero emissions across the entire value chain by 2050.
Partnering with clients to set science-based targets by 2025.
52% reduction in entire value chain emissions since 2019.
Electrify vehicle fleet globally by 2035.
Waste reduction and recycling programs implemented globally by end-2024.
Single-use plastics eliminated from offices by end-2025.
Inclusion & Diversity
1,400 Veterans Hired
Military & Veteran Program
The program has successfully integrated over 1,400 veterans into the workforce as part of its commitment to supporting military talent.
1,400+ Veterans
Veteran Employment Initiative
Over 1,400 veterans have been hired through the company's dedicated Military & Veteran Program, reflecting its strong commitment to military talent.
Nine Employee Resource Groups active (e.g., Women’s Integrated Network, LGBTQ+ Integrated Network, Veterans, Parents & Caregivers Together).
Employee Resource Groups contribute to measurable inclusion via professional development, community engagement, recruitment and cultural observances.
Aiming to elevate women's representation—no specific percentage disclosed.