at Motorola Solutions in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
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.Department OverviewThe Supply Chain and Procurement organization is a fast-paced and dynamic environment, delivering best-in-class communications equipment and solutions for customers around the world. "We aim to be a trusted advisor to our business partners - providing innovative solutions at the best possible value for their sourcing needs"Job Description
This role will deliver high quality, innovative and proven cost-effective methodologies to support company and department objectives. This role will interface and foster a collaborative environment with cross functional teams. You'll provides essential procurement and supplier expertise in the areas of strategic sourcing and category management with strong commercial and contractual experience.
Day to Day Responsibilities:
Develop, maintain, and implement category strategy plans that benchmark market innovations and competitors, identify opportunities for operational efficiencies, drive cost savings, manage risk, improve safety, drive innovation, and ensure the continuous development of categories managed.
Demonstrate subject matter expertise to structure commercial negotiations, agreements, SLA's, and total cost of ownership in ways that optimize expenditures, operating expenses, cash flow, and risk management (legal, data information security and privacy, and insurance) ensuring alignment with their business strategies.
Identify innovative procurement solutions, facilitate implementation of change initiatives, and exert influence to improve business performance, provide cashable savings, and realize process efficiencies for the organization.
Analyze industry dynamics, business requirements, and company data to identify, prioritize, and conduct sourcing initiatives such as RFx.
Identify new or manage existing supplier business relationships, contractual negotiations and obligations, and periodic reviews.
Leverage interpersonal skills to establish positive business relationships reinforcing Procurement engagement and participation in supplier related matters by collaborating with stakeholders to understand requirements, budgets, and challenges.
Apply analytical and research skills to make data-driven recommendations and decisions.
Preferred Qualifications & Skills:
Excellent communication skills verbal and written.
Experience working in a Supply Chain or Procurement environment preferred.
Professional certification (e.g., CPM, CPSM, CIRM, CPIM, MCIPS) preferred.
Strong leadership and time management skills preferred.
Basic Requirements
Required Skills:
Bachelor's Degree in Business, IT, Management, or Supply Chain
7+ years of professional experience within Supply Chain or Procurement required.
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.
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#LI-REMOTETravel RequirementsUnder 10%Relocation ProvidedNonePosition TypeExperiencedReferral Payment PlanYes
Our U.S.Benefitsinclude:
Incentive Bonus Plans
Medical, Dental, Visionbenefits
401K with Company Match
9 Paid Holidays
GenerousPaidTime Off Packages
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
PaidParental & Family Leave
and more!
EEO Statement
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you'd like to join our team but feel that you don't quite meet all of the preferred... For full info follow application link.
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to no discrimination because of race, color, creed, marital status, age, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.