Procurement Category Manager - Services

Motorola Solutions; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 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 seasoned Category Manager - Services to lead end-to-end procurement for third-party systems implementation partners, professional services, and full-lifecycle field services. You will craft strategy, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost reductions while aligning with business objectives.

Based in the Greater Chicago Area, this role requires strong negotiation, data analysis, and contract knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• 4+ years of procurement, strategic sourcing, and category management experience.
• Proven expertise in strategically sourcing end-to-end services for large-scale technology deployments, including third party systems implementation partners, professional services, and full-lifecycle field services (install, maintain, support).
• Proven track record of achieving significant cost reductions through strategic sourcing and negotiation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of contract law and procurement best practices.
• Proficiency in using ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and e-sourcing tools.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Category Strategy Development & Management: Drive transformation by developing and executing innovative, solution-oriented sourcing strategies for our systems integration services.
• Market Analysis & Sourcing: Conduct in-depth market research and analysis to identify trends, assess supplier capabilities, and inform sourcing decisions. Proactively identify and evaluate potential suppliers.
• Competitive Bidding & Negotiation: Spearhead the development of robust Statements of Work (SOWs) and performance-based contracts, leading negotiations to optimize our total cost of ownership
• Cost Reduction Initiatives: Drive aggressive cost reduction initiatives through negotiation, value engineering, process improvements, demand management, and alternative sourcing strategies.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Cultivate strategic alliances with key service partners, implementing rigorous vendor performance management to ensure alignment with our business objectives.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate supply chain risks related to assigned service categories, including project deployment delays, single-source dependencies, financial stability of suppliers, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders (e.g., pre and post Sales teams, engineering, project and product management, legal) to understand business needs and ensure alignment on procurement strategies.
• Contract Management: Manage the entire contract lifecycle, from drafting and negotiation to execution and compliance. Ensure contracts are properly maintained and tracked.
• Compliance & Ethics: Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and relevant regulations.
• Reporting & Analytics: Develop and maintain accurate procurement data, reports, and analytics to track performance, identify opportunities, and support decision-making.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to streamline procurement operations and enhance efficiency.

Skills

Category Management

Strategic Sourcing

Contract Negotiation

Cost Reduction

Supplier Relationship Management

Market Analysis

Risk Management

Stakeholder Management

Data Analysis

ERP Systems

Education

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

Tools

SAP

Oracle

e-sourcing tools

Job description

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.

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

In Global Procurement, we don’t just manage a supply chain; we build the lifelines that connect people in their moments of greatest need. Every component we source and every partnership we forge directly impacts the reliability of the communication systems used by police, fire, and emergency services worldwide. We are a team of strategic orchestrators, navigating a complex global landscape to ensure that when the call for help comes, the technology is ready. Join us in building a more resilient world.

The Procurement team is moving beyond traditional sourcing goals to create value for the enterprise by improving profitability, increasing supplier collaboration, and supporting new solution development. We are a client focused team designed to bring value and help lead innovations within the enterprise.

Overview

The Procurement Category Manager - Services is a key role responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies for a portfolio of services categories, with a primary focus on third party systems implementation partners, professional services, and full-lifecycle field services (install, maintain, support).

This role requires a strategic thinker with strong sourcing acumen, negotiation skills, and a proven track record of achieving significant cost reductions. The successful candidate will manage supplier relationships, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure alignment with overall business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Category Strategy Development & Management: Drive transformation by developing and executing innovative, solution-oriented sourcing strategies for our systems integration services.
• Market Analysis & Sourcing: Conduct in-depth market research and analysis to identify trends, assess supplier capabilities, and inform sourcing decisions. Proactively identify and evaluate potential suppliers.
• Competitive Bidding & Negotiation: Spearhead the development of robust Statements of Work (SOWs) and performance-based contracts, leading negotiations to optimize our total cost of ownership
• Cost Reduction Initiatives: Drive aggressive cost reduction initiatives through negotiation, value engineering, process improvements, demand management, and alternative sourcing strategies. Identify and implement innovative cost savings opportunities.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Cultivate strategic alliances with key service partners, implementing rigorous vendor performance management to ensure alignment with our business objectives.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate supply chain risks related to assigned service categories, including project deployment delays, single-source dependencies, financial stability of suppliers, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders (e.g., pre and post Sales teams, engineering, project and product management, legal) to understand business needs and ensure alignment on procurement strategies.
• Contract Management: Manage the entire contract lifecycle, from drafting and negotiation to execution and compliance. Ensure contracts are properly maintained and tracked.
• Compliance & Ethics: Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and relevant regulations.
• Reporting & Analytics: Develop and maintain accurate procurement data, reports, and analytics to track performance, identify opportunities, and support decision-making.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to streamline procurement operations and enhance efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• 4+ years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, and category management.
• Proven expertise in strategically sourcing the end-to-end services for large-scale technology deployments, with demonstrated success in managing third party systems implementation partners, professional services, and full-lifecycle field services (install, maintain, support).
• Proven track record of achieving significant cost reductions through strategic sourcing and negotiation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of contract law and procurement best practices.
• Proficiency in using ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and e-sourcing tools.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Key Skills

• Category Management
• Strategic Sourcing
• Contract Negotiation
• Cost Reduction
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Market Analysis
• Risk Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Data Analysis
• ERP Systems

Location

Employee must be based in the Greater Chicago Area with the expectation to be in office up to 3 days per week.

Target Base Salary Range: $105,000.00 - $125,000.00

Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a similar business field
• 4+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain or similar business experience
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.

Travel Requirements

Under 25%

Relocation Provided

None

Position Type

Experienced

Referral Payment Plan

Yes

Our U.S. Benefits Include

• 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.

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.

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