COMPANY OVERVIEW

At Motorola Solutions, we’re guided by a shared purpose - helping people be their best in the moments that matter - and we live up to our purpose every day by solving for safer. Because people can only be their best when they not only feel safe, but are safe. We’re solving for safer by building the best possible technologies across every part of our safety and security ecosystem. That’s mission-critical communications devices and networks, AI-powered video security & access control and the ability to unite voice, video and data in a single command center view. We’re solving for safer by connecting public safety agencies and enterprises, enabling the collaboration that’s critical to connect those in need with those who can help. The work we do here matters.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Great communication skills verbal and written
• Contract negotiations experience preferred.
• Experience in the following areas such as IT, Professional Services (solution architecture, network design, integration and deployment), Software, SaaS applications and/or emerging technologies.
• Familiarity with practical applications of AI technologies in business settings
• Experience managing complex strategic sourcing projects and RFx process
• Strong analytical skills with practical experience in data analysis methodologies and tools
• Proven track record of identifying cost reduction opportunities and driving significant, tangible financial benefit to the business
• Ability to support large/complex supplier deals potentially including Software, and Services integrated solutions with customer flow down requirements
• Ability to interact with and present up to Director/VP Levels.
• The following certifications are preferred: Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) from the Institute of Supply Chain Management (ISM), Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute.
• Knowledge of the specific industry’s trends, challenges, and regulations relevant to AI and machine learning applications
  Target Base Salary: $86,500 - $173,000
  Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.
  

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BASIC REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelors Degree in Business, IT, Management, or Supply Chain
• 4+ years of experience working as a Procurement Category Manager, or a Purchasing Manager required.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

10-25%

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and execute long term agreements through formal RFx methodologies.
• Analyze spend data and industry dynamics to identify, prioritize, and launch sourcing initiatives.
• Identify value/ savings opportunities, processes, and best practices.
• Establish positive relationships across the business units to ensure active and early participation in supplier related matters.
• Lead negotiations in both financial and business matters, including commercial terms and risk mitigation for strategic contracts
• Collaborates with business stakeholders to understand requirements, budgets and current gaps and challenges to develop best strategic sourcing strategies.
• Support strategic sourcing best practices including driving supplier segmentation, scorecards, and facilitating strategic business reviews in collaboration with business partners.
• Lead supplier contract renewals and leverage competitive pricing, quality and customer service.
• Develop strategic relationships with existing or new key suppliers and ensure appropriate engagement levels exist to drive partnership objectives.
• Identify process improvements to increase efficiencies and maximize spend opportunity.
• Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on business initiatives and procurement strategies.
• Developing relationships with senior leadership.
• Providing subject matter expertise on complex purchasing, legal & contractual issues.
• Performing supplier relationship management and reviews.
• Organized to work on multiple priorities and projects simultaneously
• Team player in a transformative environment