Procurement Manager - Remote PST

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) works with clients to make real estate a significant contributor to organizational productivity and performance. Our account management model is at the heart of our client-centric approach to delivering integrated real estate solutions. Each client is entrusted with a dedicated leader and is supported by regional and global resources, demonstrating the industry's most robust platform. CBRE GWS delivers consistent, measurably superior outcomes for our clients at every stage of the lifecycle, and across industries and geographies. About the role:

• As a CBRE Procurement Manager, you'll be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing service providers for outsourced services. You will also assist a client or department with the execution of sourcing and procurement strategies.
• This job is part of the Procurement function. They are responsible for sourcing and purchasing goods and services, from vendors and suppliers.

What you'll do:

• Work with business stakeholders, operational shared services team members, and sponsors to coordinate, and execute strategy at local and regional levels.
• Set and track deadlines. Mentor and coach as needed.
• Lead and manage end-to-end RFx processes (RFI, RFQ, RFP) across multiple categories, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and procurement best practices.
• Develop, issue, and manage RFx documents, including scope of work, evaluation criteria, and timelines, in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Evaluate supplier responses using qualitative and quantitative analysis, and facilitate cross-functional evaluation teams to ensure objective and compliant selection processes.
• Negotiate terms, pricing, and service levels with vendors based on RFx outcomes, ensuring optimal value and risk mitigation.
• Maintain documentation and audit trails for all RFx activities in accordance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Continuously improve RFx templates, tools, and processes to enhance efficiency, transparency, and supplier engagement.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and maintain contracts and other business documents in support of the purchase of goods and services.
• Review the process of contract terminations, expirations, extensions, and renewals. Inform peers and corporate management staff of changes or results.
• Manage supplier and contractor certification process. Conduct periodic visits to supplier work locations to review vendor performance.
• educate on outsourcing practices and the value of applying them.
• Analyze account-wide facility management services spend, suppliers, operations, and statement of works to identify opportunities for value creation.
• Assist with creating RTFs, selecting solutions, and negotiating. Prepare and maintain contracts with national and regional service providers. Ensure contracts adhere to company standards.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Influence parties of shared interests to reach an agreement. Deal with sensitive issues.
• Apply knowledge of own discipline and how own discipline integrates with others to achieve team and departmental objectives.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve day-to-day and moderately complex issues which may or may not be evident in existing systems and processes.

What you'll need:

• "Experience procuring construction and construction project management services preferred."
• Bachelor's Degree preferred with 3-5 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 preferred.
• Proven experience managing complex RFx processes in a corporate or public sector environment.
• Strong understanding of procurement regulations, sourcing strategies, and contract negotiation.
• Proficiency with sourcing platforms and procurement systems
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams through structured sourcing events.
• Ability to guide the exchange of sensitive, complicated, and difficult information, convey performance expectations and handle problems.
• Leadership skills to motivate impact on quality, efficiency, and effectiveness of the job discipline and department.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Extensive organizational skills with a strong inquisitive mindset.
• Advanced math skills. Ability to calculate difficult figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.

Why CBRE?

• CBRE provides medical, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, and 401(k) from your start date.
• Professional Development: We are committed to investing in our employees' growth and development through training programs, certifications, and mentorship opportunities.
• Career Advancement: CBRE is a global leader in comme