Procurement Manager

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

The Supply Chain organization is a fast-paced and dynamic environment, delivering best-in-class communications equipment and solutions for customers around the world. Our purpose is to deliver exceptional value and customer experience through agility, speed, and collaboration. We plan what products and services are needed, source efficiently and ethically from a diverse supply base, launch new products, make and deliver solutions on time, and exceed customer expectations through outstanding quality, service, and support. We are designed to bring value, lead technology innovation, and provide Motorola Solutions a competitive advantage on revenue, cost, cash, and delivery.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• •Strategic Sourcing & Negotiation: Develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies, including leading competitive bidding processes (RFx), negotiating favorable terms and conditions, and managing contract lifecycle. Secure optimal pricing, quality, and service levels.
• •Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement. Conduct regular performance reviews and manage supplier performance to meet business objectives.
• •Cost Reduction & Process Improvement: Identify and implement cost reduction initiatives, process improvements, and best practices. Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to demonstrate the value delivered.
• •Stakeholder Management: Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, from individual contributors to senior leadership, to understand business requirements and align procurement strategies with overall organizational goals. Present confidently and persuasively.
• •Contract Management: Manage the entire contract lifecycle, from negotiation and execution to renewal and termination. Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements.
• •Budgeting & Financial Analysis: Develop and manage budgets, forecast spend, and analyze financial data to identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• •AI acumen : Leveraging advanced AI tools (Gemini, Appscript, Notebook LM etc) to perform spend analytics, automate administrative workflows, mitigating contracting risks, and drive data-driven vendor negotiations.

Basic Requirements

• •Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Commercial Management, or a related field.
• •Professional Certification: Membership or certification from a relevant body (e.g., MCIPS or WorldCC) is highly desirable.
• •Experience: 5+ years of demonstrable experience Engineering and Manufacturing capital equipment purchase and managed services is an added advantage.
• •Legal Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of contract law
• •Commercial Acumen: Proven success in negotiating complex commercial agreements and managing high-value service portfolios.
• •The role currently has no direct reports.
• •Skills: * Expertise in document drafting, review, and contract lifecycle management software.
• •Strong analytical skills to interpret performance data and financial models.
• •Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills, comfortable presenting to and negotiating with senior executive stakeholders.

Travel Requirements

Under 10%

Relocation Provided

None

Position Type

Experienced

Referral Payment Plan

No

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.