Procurement Director

at  CBRE

Posted
24-Mar-2024
Service line
GWS Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
Purchasing/Procurement
Location(s)
Remote - US - Remote - US - United States of America

ABOUT THE ROLE

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.