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As a CBRE Procurement Director, you will assist with the overall planning and direction of the procurement function.
This job is part of the Procurement function. They are responsible for sourcing and purchasing goods, services, or raw materials from vendors and suppliers.
What You’ll Do
Provide formal supervision to employees. Supervise the training and development of staff. Conduct performance evaluations and coaching. Supervise the recruiting and hiring of new employees.
Coordinate and lead the team's daily activities. Establish work schedules, assign tasks, and cross-train staff. Set and track staff and department target dates. Mentor and coach as needed.
Assist with the creation and implementation of company-wide policies and procedures, playbooks, and other organizational materials.
Develop, communicate, implement, and lead the execution of local and regional sourcing and procurement strategies to support program, corporate, and client goals and objectives.
Design, and develop purchasing information systems. Prepare monthly reports of departmental activities, and metrics.
Manage annual procurement budget and supplier base of vendors.
Serve as a liaison between the business and client sourcing, and internal departments.
Resolve vendor disputes and develop organization requirements of goods, services, supplies, and equipment.
Apply a robust knowledge of multiple subject areas, the business, and key drivers which impact departmental and cross-functional performance
Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Persuade managers and other colleagues to take action while being guided by the organization's functional business plans.
Negotiate with external partners, vendors, and customers of divergent interests to reach a common goal.
Identify and solve multifaceted, complex, operational, and organizational problems using the appropriate resources within or outside the department.
Significantly improves and changes existing methods, processes, and standards within job field.
What You’ll Need
Bachelor's Degree preferred with 8-12 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered. C.P.M., C.P.S.M. or N.A.C.M. certifications or eligibility, required.
Experience in the areas of staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, mentoring, measuring, appraising, and rewarding performance and retention is preferred.
Ability to lead the exchange of sensitive, complicated, and difficult information, convey performance expectations, and handle problems.
Leadership skills to set, lead and achieve targets with a direct impact on multiple department results within a function.
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
Experienced organizational skills and a sophisticated inquisitive demeanor.
Sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate mildly intricate figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.
Why CBRE?
- CBRE prides itself on its RISE values of Respect, integrity, Service and Excellence! CBRE is the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.
Disclaimers
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
NOTE: Some, but not all, of our positions may have an additional requirement to comply with COVID-19 health and safety protocols, including COVID-19 vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing. If you have questions about the requirement(s) for this position, please inform your Recruiter.
