Motorola Solutions
Location
Aurora, CO | United States
Job description
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.
This is a remote opportunity and candidates across the United States are encouraged to apply with a preference for central or east coast time zones.
Coach, mentor, and develop a team of category managers to successfully execute strategic procurement initiatives.
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.
Providing subject matter expertise on complex purchasing, legal & contractual issues.
Performing supplier relationship management and reviews.
Experience managing a team.
Contract negotiations without much legal guidance.
Contribute to large/complex supplier deals including services, integrated solutions and more.
Knowledge of various types of Software and related services including perpetual, term and subscription agreements, maintenance and support, and other IT products.
Demonstrated knowledge of information technology and software terminology.
Ability to communicate and facilitate presentations for Director's/VP Levels.
Preferred certifications is a plus: (CPSM), (MCIPS), (CPM) (ISM), or (PMP).
Minimal travel required up to 10%.
Preference for candidates local to the Chicagoland area.
The base salary range for this position is $106,300-$160,000 depending on experience.
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Bachelor's Degree.
10+ years of relevant supply chain & procurement experience required.
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.
Our U.S. Benefits include:
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 skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.
We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please email [email protected].
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