[Hiring] Software Category Manager @JLL

Role Description

The Category Manager, Software and Data Subscriptions is a senior procurement role reporting to the Category Director, Software, responsible for developing, managing and executing global category sourcing strategies across enterprise software, SaaS applications, and data/market subscription services. This position partners with IT application owners, business stakeholders, and senior technology leaders across JLL’s regions to align sourcing strategies with business objectives, drive measurable value, and ensure JLL has access to market-leading software and data services.

This role owns end-to-end category management for the following sub-categories:

• Data & Market Subscriptions (research subscriptions, market data feeds, and information services), coordinated with the Professional Services category where subscriptions sit within that spend pool
• Enterprise Software
• SaaS Applications & Enterprise Licensing (including license optimization and true-up management)
• Software Asset Management support and renewal calendar ownership
• Vendor Consolidation & Rationalization across the software and data subscription supply base

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of strategic sourcing experience, with the majority in software, SaaS, and/or data/information services categories.
• Demonstrated experience managing category strategies across multiple regions.
• Proven ability to lead complex, high-value procurement projects from strategy through execution.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience in contract negotiation, TCO analysis, and supplier performance management.
• Ability to build and sustain relationships with senior technology and business stakeholders.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams across procurement, IT, finance, and operations.
• Demonstrated success adopting AI to accelerate and enhance job functions.
• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in a relevant field such as Business, Supply Chain, Information Technology, or related discipline.

Requirements

• Familiarity with major enterprise software publishers and SaaS commercial/licensing models.
• Working knowledge of software asset management (SAM) practices and license true-up processes.
• Experience sourcing market data or research subscription services.
• MBA or relevant advanced degree.
• CPSM, CIPS, or equivalent procurement certification.
• Experience in corporate real estate, facilities management, or professional services environments.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

Company Description

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously.