Sr. Procurement Manager - Distribution 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. Our critical communications, video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike, enabling the coordination that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals and safer businesses. 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

NOTE: This is a hybrid role - Candidate must reside in the Chicagoland area with the ability to work from the office as needed.

Job Summary:

This Senior Procurement Manager role is a critical individual contributor position responsible for leading the development and execution of a comprehensive global category strategy focused on distribution services. The successful candidate will help in building  a best-in-class supply base, analyze market trends, and drive long-term commercial strategies that optimize cost, quality, and supply assurance. This role requires deep expertise in procurement best practices, strong negotiation skills, and a proven ability to manage complex supplier relationships within the materials and manufacturing services sector.

Responsibilities:

• Category Strategy Development & Execution: Lead the development and execution of a cohesive global category strategy for distribution services, aligning with Motorola's overall business objectives.

• Supplier Management: Manage overall supplier relationships, including performance monitoring, capability development, capacity planning, contract negotiation, risk mitigation, and driving continuous improvements in cost and quality.

• Strategic Sourcing & Negotiation: Lead supplier negotiations within a framework of strategic contractual relationships, managing non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and corporate supplier agreements.

• Cost Optimization: Identify and implement cost savings opportunities through negotiations, event-driven activities, alternate sourcing strategies, and value engineering initiatives to achieve assigned cost reduction goals.

• Supply Assurance: Ensure supply assurance by maintaining an appropriate Preferred Manufacturer List (PML) with the right distribution services technology capabilities and scalable business setups.

• Market Analysis & Risk Management  Monitor current market conditions to identify potential supply challenges and develop robust supply continuity plans. Proactively identify and mitigate potential risks within the supply chain.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Lead cross-functional teams to identify and drive projects that improve cost, quality, and delivery to Motorola.

• Performance Metrics & Reporting: Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of the category strategy and supplier performance. Provide regular reporting to stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

• 5 years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, and supplier management, with a strong focus on distribution services.

• Proven experience in developing and executing global category strategies.

• Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management skills.

• Deep understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and supply chain dynamics.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal