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At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help build a better working world.
The opportunity EY’s Global Workplace Procurement Services (WPS) team is responsible for developing strategies and negotiating transactions that support and benefit all member firms with a spend of US $450M annually across our 750+ EY offices and 360,000 people worldwide. The Assistant Director – Regional Workplace Services Leader will lead in developing and delivering procurement strategy, sourcing execution, customer engagement, and vendor management across Workplace Services and Real Estate categories, primarily in the United States and other geographies as demand requires.
Your Key Responsibilities
End‑to‑end delivery of sourcing projects and category management activities for EY business stakeholders, along with commercial management of key suppliers.
Act as a trusted business advisor to EY stakeholders, aligning procurement projects with the business pipeline and providing exceptional customer services while delivering both brand and quantitative value through cost savings and cost avoidance.
Adhere to EY Procurement policy and processes, collaborating with Legal (GCO), Risk Management and other EY support functions.
Provide structured management and accurate progress reporting on all projects.
Build and manage a pipeline of Procurement projects in support of category strategy/plan and in collaboration with Procurement leaders and global/local stakeholders.
Lead complex Request for Proposals (RFPs) with strong commercial contractual negotiations, partnering with stakeholders and shared functions such as GCO, Risk Management and Vendor Assurance.
Develop strong relationships with key EY business stakeholders and report procurement progress via regular meetings.
Continuously deliver procurement and category insights to key stakeholders and educate the procurement process to local EY staff and stakeholders as needed.
Show solid knowledge of key suppliers and their position in the market, working through current market intelligence resources and partners to perform the latest research.
Ensure high‑quality execution of sourcing projects in line with Procurement policy and within agreed timelines.
Minimize contractual risks to EY and manage supplier relationships according to EY’s Procurement and Independence policies.
Achieve value targets, innovating new cost‑reduction strategies to improve negotiable spend via sourcing and demand management activities, including spend consolidation and supplier rationalization.
Work collaboratively with other EY Procurement leads to deliver projects in regions lacking category coverage or when sourcing expertise is required.
Provide accurate monthly reporting on deals and submit savings forms in a timely manner.
Skills and Attributes for Success
Demonstrable subject‑matter expertise (SME) in Workplace or Facilities Management and Real Estate Project procurement.
A strong team player, comfortable collaborating virtually and independently.
Excellent communication and networking skills – able to influence senior leaders and a broad range of internal and client‑facing professionals.
Ability to work in a high‑pace, agile environment.
Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure and tight deadlines.
High level of cultural awareness and emotional intelligence.
To qualify for the role, you must have
Strong procurement expertise and commercial acumen to drive sourcing and demand management strategies across a broad array of category services.
Deep background in Workplace or Facilities Management and Real Estate procurement.
Proven track record of leading complex procurement activities, including multi‑regional or global projects.
Ability to align efforts with key stakeholders and influence leaders worldwide.
Experience with Source‑to‑Pay (S2P) processes, including managing sourcing projects on ARIBA and execution of online RFX and e‑Auctions.
Ideally, you’ll also have
Experience in workplace services, facilities services or real‑estate project procurement.
Strong analytical skills and ability to present to senior stakeholders.
A bachelor’s degree or related qualification (recommended but not required).
What We Look For We’re looking for an experienced, high‑energy individual who embraces change and innovation to ensure we can continue to deliver world‑class Procurement programs in an ever‑changing environment.
What We Offer You
A comprehensive compensation and benefits package where base salary and performance are rewarded.
A flexible, hybrid working model with 40‑60% in‑person collaboration.
Generous paid time off and vacation policy.
Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
EY accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis.
Equal Employment Opportunity EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.
EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, including veterans, and may assist with application difficulties. If you need assistance applying online or an accommodation during the application process, please contact EY’s Talent Shared Services Team at ssc.customersupport@ey.com.
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Workplace Services Procurement Assistant Director
role at
EY .
At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help build a better working world.
The opportunity EY’s Global Workplace Procurement Services (WPS) team is responsible for developing strategies and negotiating transactions that support and benefit all member firms with a spend of US $450M annually across our 750+ EY offices and 360,000 people worldwide. The Assistant Director – Regional Workplace Services Leader will lead in developing and delivering procurement strategy, sourcing execution, customer engagement, and vendor management across Workplace Services and Real Estate categories, primarily in the United States and other geographies as demand requires.
Your Key Responsibilities
End‑to‑end delivery of sourcing projects and category management activities for EY business stakeholders, along with commercial management of key suppliers.
Act as a trusted business advisor to EY stakeholders, aligning procurement projects with the business pipeline and providing exceptional customer services while delivering both brand and quantitative value through cost savings and cost avoidance.
Adhere to EY Procurement policy and processes, collaborating with Legal (GCO), Risk Management and other EY support functions.
Provide structured management and accurate progress reporting on all projects.
Build and manage a pipeline of Procurement projects in support of category strategy/plan and in collaboration with Procurement leaders and global/local stakeholders.
Lead complex Request for Proposals (RFPs) with strong commercial contractual negotiations, partnering with stakeholders and shared functions such as GCO, Risk Management and Vendor Assurance.
Develop strong relationships with key EY business stakeholders and report procurement progress via regular meetings.
Continuously deliver procurement and category insights to key stakeholders and educate the procurement process to local EY staff and stakeholders as needed.
Show solid knowledge of key suppliers and their position in the market, working through current market intelligence resources and partners to perform the latest research.
Ensure high‑quality execution of sourcing projects in line with Procurement policy and within agreed timelines.
Minimize contractual risks to EY and manage supplier relationships according to EY’s Procurement and Independence policies.
Achieve value targets, innovating new cost‑reduction strategies to improve negotiable spend via sourcing and demand management activities, including spend consolidation and supplier rationalization.
Work collaboratively with other EY Procurement leads to deliver projects in regions lacking category coverage or when sourcing expertise is required.
Provide accurate monthly reporting on deals and submit savings forms in a timely manner.
Skills and Attributes for Success
Demonstrable subject‑matter expertise (SME) in Workplace or Facilities Management and Real Estate Project procurement.
A strong team player, comfortable collaborating virtually and independently.
Excellent communication and networking skills – able to influence senior leaders and a broad range of internal and client‑facing professionals.
Ability to work in a high‑pace, agile environment.
Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure and tight deadlines.
High level of cultural awareness and emotional intelligence.
To qualify for the role, you must have
Strong procurement expertise and commercial acumen to drive sourcing and demand management strategies across a broad array of category services.
Deep background in Workplace or Facilities Management and Real Estate procurement.
Proven track record of leading complex procurement activities, including multi‑regional or global projects.
Ability to align efforts with key stakeholders and influence leaders worldwide.
Experience with Source‑to‑Pay (S2P) processes, including managing sourcing projects on ARIBA and execution of online RFX and e‑Auctions.
Ideally, you’ll also have
Experience in workplace services, facilities services or real‑estate project procurement.
Strong analytical skills and ability to present to senior stakeholders.
A bachelor’s degree or related qualification (recommended but not required).
What We Look For We’re looking for an experienced, high‑energy individual who embraces change and innovation to ensure we can continue to deliver world‑class Procurement programs in an ever‑changing environment.
What We Offer You
A comprehensive compensation and benefits package where base salary and performance are rewarded.
A flexible, hybrid working model with 40‑60% in‑person collaboration.
Generous paid time off and vacation policy.
Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
EY accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis.
Equal Employment Opportunity EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.
EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, including veterans, and may assist with application difficulties. If you need assistance applying online or an accommodation during the application process, please contact EY’s Talent Shared Services Team at ssc.customersupport@ey.com.
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