Motorola Solutions · 13 hours ago
Procurement Category Manager - Hardware
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$80K/yr - $180K/yr
8+ years expMotorola Solutions is a global community focused on enhancing public safety through technology. They are seeking a Procurement Category Manager to provide procurement expertise in strategic sourcing and category management, particularly in the hardware domain, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement cost-effective methodologies.
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Responsibilities
Lead and execute long-term agreements through formal RFx methodologies
Analyze spend data and industry dynamics to identify, prioritize, and launch strategic sourcing initiatives for hardware categories
Identify value/savings opportunities, process improvements, and best practices within the hardware category
Establish positive relationships across 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
Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements, budgets, and current gaps and challenges to develop the best strategic sourcing strategies for hardware
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 within the hardware category
Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on business initiatives and procurement strategies related to hardware
Develop relationships with senior leadership
Provide subject matter expertise on complex purchasing, legal, and contractual issues
Perform supplier relationship management and reviews
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in business, finance or similar business discipline
2+ years of procurement or supply chain experience
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position
Proven experience in budget planning and cost reduction strategies
Demonstrated ability in contract negotiations, operating effectively with minimal legal guidance
8+ years of progressive procurement experience, with a focus on Hardware categories preferred
Experience contributing to large/complex supplier deals, including services, integrated solutions, and more
Ability to communicate effectively and facilitate presentations for Director/VP levels
Ability to travel up to 25% (minimal travel required)
Preferred
Preferred certifications: Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (MCIPS), Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) from the Institute of Supply Chain Management (ISM), Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute
Benefits
Incentive Bonus Plans
Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
401K
10 Paid Holidays
Generous Paid Time Off Packages
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Parental & Family Leave
And more!
Company
Motorola Solutions
Motorola Solutions creates mission-critical communication solutions and services for public safety and commercial customers.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1BKey Investors
Silver Lake
2023-01-06Post Ipo Equity· $1B
2011-01-04IPO
Leadership Team
Mahesh Saptharishi
Executive Vice President and CTO
Jack Molloy
EVP and Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
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