Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL), a preeminent global entity in commercial real estate and investment management, proudly announced the promotion of Michael Raphael to the position of Chief Procurement Officer. This strategic elevation, effective from April 1, 2024, entrusts Raphael with the helm of JLL’s worldwide procurement operations, managing the company’s significant annual procurement expenditure on behalf of both JLL and its diverse clientele.
Michael Raphael’s journey with JLL has been marked by a profound depth of experience and accomplishment within the sourcing and procurement landscape. Before stepping into his new role, Raphael contributed his expertise as JLL’s Global Head of Sourcing Solutions Development & Operations. In this capacity, he not only led the global sourcing team in catering to client outsourcing requests but also oversaw the operations team with a keen focus on enhancing service delivery and operational efficiency. Raphael’s extensive tenure includes 17 years in Asia, where his leadership as Chief Procurement Officer for the Asia-Pacific region significantly bolstered JLL’s procurement capabilities across 14 countries.
Under the stewardship of Neil Murray, CEO of JLL Work Dynamics, Raphael has been instrumental in forging robust supplier relationships and advancing JLL’s sourcing and procurement initiatives. A focal point of JLL’s mission under Raphael’s leadership is the integration of sustainability into the core of procurement practices. This commitment aligns with JLL’s broader sustainability goals, including the ambitious target of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2040.
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JLL’s procurement strategy, as articulated by Raphael, prioritizes driving savings and delivering unparalleled value to clients through meticulously orchestrated sourcing and procurement activities. A critical aspect of this strategy is the adoption of responsible procurement practices, emphasizing the sourcing of ethical and sustainable products. Additionally, JLL is dedicated to nurturing and expanding its network of diverse supplier partners globally, ensuring that procurement efforts contribute positively to the communities JLL serves.
As the newly appointed Chief Procurement Officer, Raphael will lead JLL’s Global Procurement Leadership Team and become a vital member of the Global Work Dynamics Board, succeeding Juud Tempelman after an interim period. His appointment underscores JLL’s commitment to enhancing its global service delivery platform, which offers an array of services to over 500 clients across 80 countries, ranging from local sourcing to global procurement.
