Procurement Category Manager - Cybersecurity Software

Motorola Solutions; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

Motorola Solutions is seeking a Senior Global Category Manager to drive cybersecurity and network operations software sourcing. Develop global strategies, negotiate complex contracts, and mentor procurement teams in a multinational setting.

The role requires leading RFx processes, optimizing costs, and aligning procurement with business goals across Chicago and Boston regions. A strategic leader with strong analytics and collaboration skills will thrive here.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or related field.
• Extensive experience in strategic sourcing and category management with focus on cybersecurity/software.
• Proven ability to manage large, enterprise-wide contracts.
• Expertise in RFx processes from development to contract execution.
• Experience with eProcurement platforms and procure-to-pay processes.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated success in managing projects/programs to completion.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a global team.
• High urgency, integrity, dependability, and results-orientation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for cybersecurity and network operations software.
• Lead and negotiate high-value contracts with global suppliers and manage full lifecycle.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships and conduct performance reviews.
• Lead RFx processes from development to contract execution.
• Achieve cost savings and demonstrate ROI for procurement initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across global units.
• Coach and mentor junior procurement team members.
• Identify and implement process improvements to reduce costs and increase efficiency.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Category management

Contract negotiation

RFx processes

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Project management

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/ related

Tools

eProcurement platforms

Procure-to-pay systems

Job description

Overview

Senior Global Category Manager – cybersecurity and network operations software. A strategic procurement leader who can drive sourcing strategy for these critical areas, negotiate complex contracts, and mentor procurement teams in a global environment.

What You'll Do

• Global Sourcing Strategy: Develop and execute comprehensive global sourcing strategies for cybersecurity and network operations software, including market and spend analysis and opportunities for cost optimization.
• Contract Negotiation & Management: Lead and negotiate complex, high-value contracts with global suppliers, manage the full contract lifecycle from initiation to renewal, and mitigate risk.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, drive collaboration, conduct regular performance reviews, and foster strategic partnerships.
• RFx Management: Lead and execute RFPs, RFQs, and other formal sourcing methodologies from development through contract execution, leveraging eProcurement platforms and procure-to-pay processes.
• Cost Savings & Financial Management: Achieve ambitious cost savings targets and demonstrate clear ROI for procurement initiatives.
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with internal stakeholders across global business units, align sourcing strategies with business objectives, and secure senior leadership buy-in.
• Team Leadership & Mentorship: Coach and mentor junior procurement team members, share best practices, and promote professional development.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize the procurement process.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field (preferred).
• Extensive experience in strategic sourcing and category management with focus on cybersecurity and network operations software.
• Proven ability to manage and negotiate large, complex, enterprise-wide contracts.
• Expertise in RFx processes, from development to contract execution.
• Experience with eProcurement platforms and procure-to-pay processes.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated success in managing projects/programs to completion.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a global team.
• High urgency, integrity, dependability, and results-orientation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with international procurement.
• Relevant Data Protection / Privacy Management qualification.

Location

Location: Greater Chicago or Greater Boston Area with the expectation to be in office up to 3 days per week.

Compensation

Target Base Salary Range: $110,000.00 - $125,000.00. Pay within this range varies based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.

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
• 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.