Sr. Category Manager - Repair Services
About The Position
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. NOTE: This is a hybrid role - Candidate must reside in the Chicagoland area with the ability to work from the office as needed. 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.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, economics, or a similar field
- At least 5 years' experience in supply chain or commodity management
- Knowledge of contract law and regulations
- Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to work with various departments
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Excellent time management and organizational abilities
- Solid knowledge of financial markets influencing service and commodity pricing
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required.
- Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.
Responsibilities
- Execution of the Global Repair Services Strategy.
- Handle supplier management, including ownership of supplier relationships.
- Conduct RFQ exercises, cost negotiations, and project awards.
- Lead contract negotiations.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for escalation issues for internal operational teams.
- Continually pursue cost efficiencies and achieve annual cost reductions.
- Manage the supply chain by sourcing, reviewing, and procuring Repair Services solutions.
- Evaluate, select, and recommend new vendors to management.
- Study market trends and identify risks when sourcing and procuring service commodities.
- Ensure that project-approved budgets are adhered to.
- Resolve vendor disputes and any category-related issues.
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
