Category Manager - Repair Services

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department Overview

In Global Procurement, we don’t just manage a supply chain; we build the lifelines that connect people in their moments of greatest need. Every component we source and every partnership we forge directly impacts the reliability of the communication systems used by police, fire, and emergency services worldwide. We are a team of strategic orchestrators, navigating a complex global landscape to ensure that when the call for help comes, the technology is ready. Join us in building a more resilient world.
The Procurement team is moving beyond traditional sourcing goals to create value for the enterprise by improving profitability, increasing supplier collaboration, and supporting new solution development. We are a client focused team designed to bring value and help lead innovations within the enterprise.

Job Description

The Sr. Procurement Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the organization's Repair Services procurement activities. This includes developing and implementing procurement strategies, sourcing and negotiating contracts with service providers, and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and policies. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills, excellent negotiation abilities, and a proven track record of success in procurement.

Scope of Responsibilities / Expectations, Strategy Execution:

• Execution of the Global Repair Services Strategy.

• Supplier Management: Handle supplier management, including ownership of supplier relationships.

• Sourcing: Conduct RFQ exercises, cost negotiations, and project awards.

• Contracting: Lead contract negotiations.

• Escalation: Serve as the primary point of contact for escalation issues for internal operational teams.

• Financial Performance: Continually pursue cost efficiencies and achieve annual cost reductions.

• Solution Sourcing: Manage the supply chain by sourcing, reviewing, and procuring Repair Services solutions.

• Vendor Selection: Evaluate, select, and recommend new vendors to management.

• Market Analysis: Study market trends and identify risks when sourcing and procuring service commodities.

• Budgetary Oversight: Ensure that project-approved budgets are adhered to.

• Issue Resolution: Resolve vendor disputes and any category-related issues.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, economics, or a similar field.

• Experience: At least 5 years' experience in supply chain or commodity management.

• Legal Knowledge: Knowledge of contract law and regulations.

• Management: Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to work with various departments.

• Independence: Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Organizational Skills: Excellent time management and organizational abilities.

• Market Knowledge: Solid knowledge of financial markets influencing service and commodity pricing.

Location: Employee must be based in the Greater Chicago Area with the expectation to be in office 3 days per week.

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Target Base Salary Range: $145,000.00 - $160,000.00

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.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, economics, or a similar business field

• 5+ years of experience in supply chain, operations or commodity management

• 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%

Relocation Provided

None

Position Type

Experienced

Referral Payment Plan

Yes

Our U.S. Benefits include:

• Incentive Bonus Plans

• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

• 401K with Company Match

• 10 Paid Holidays

• Generous Paid Time Off Packages

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Paid Parental & 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 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 complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.