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.

Motorola Solutions is building talent pipelines to meet future hiring demands. This is a pipeline role, while there is not an immediate opening, we want to build relationships with prospective candidates like you. If your background is a match to our requirements, we'll follow up with an exploratory conversation.

Motorola Solutions is seeking a Procurement Manager to work at one of our locations in Chicago (Hybrid) managing our EMS (Electronics Manufacturing Services).

Responsibilities:
* Contract negotiations and EMS management.
* Obtain the best terms and contractual conditions while ensuring internal customer satisfaction.
* Manage the EMS daily to achieve high performance, cost transparency, and savings in accordance with the organization's strategic goals.
* Execute strategic initiatives, requests for quotations and cost reduction events.
* Define and improve sourcing strategies at business or site level.
* Developing and influencing category strategies that align with organizational objectives.
* Support New Product Introductions to drive optimal cost for the organization in the region in line with short, medium and long term strategies.
* Build strong and collaborative relationships with the EMS to develop a trusted relationship over time.
* Performing quarterly business reviews (QBR) with suppliers and stakeholders to ensure compliance and continuous improvement
* Engages cross-functional colleagues (quality, technical, operations, finance, etc.) in category
sourcing activities to ensure alignment with common goals and priorities

Preferred Qualifications:

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain effective relationships.

* An advanced level of understanding of the EMS industry, manufacturing processes, and cost control (P&L)
* Ability to influence and shape category strategies.
* Demonstrated success in achieving and exceeding savings targets.

* Fluent in English, and Spanish preferred.
* Up to 25% travel domestically and to Mexico to visit MSI sites and key suppliers.

Required Skills:

* Bachelor's degree in Business, Manufacturing Engineering, Management, or Supply Chain Management
* Five years of experience in Strategic Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, or Supply Chain Management required.

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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 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 .