Sr. Manager - Global Software Procurement

motorolasolutions; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 175,000; 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

Employee stock purchase plan

Parental & family leave

Job summary

Motorola Solutions is seeking a Senior Manager of Software Procurement to lead global sourcing for embedded software, AI tools, and enterprise software platforms. You will set commercial strategies and drive high-value negotiations aligned with product engineering and IT roadmaps.

The role oversees a global team, partners with R&D and Legal, and manages ELAs, IP licensing, and complex SOWs to secure favorable terms and TCO. Hybrid work model in the Chicago area.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of direct people management leading global procurement teams.
• Deep knowledge of embedded software licensing models and emerging AI technologies.
• Experience navigating IP, software copyright, and technology agreements in high-tech industries.

Responsibilities

• Lead a global team of sourcing professionals and drive commercial rigor.
• Architect and execute multi-year sourcing strategies for embedded software and AI tools.
• Negotiate Enterprise Licenses, IP licenses, and SOWs for optimal terms and TCO.
• Collaborate with R&D, Engineering, Product Management, Legal, and IT leadership to integrate third-party tech.
• Direct SRM programs, QBRs, and scorecards with major software vendors.
• Ensure compliance with IP, OSS governance, third-party risk, and AI ethics standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Strategic sourcing

Contract negotiations

Cross-functional collaboration

SRM

Risk & compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

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.

Department Overview

In Global Procurement, we build the digital lifelines that power critical safety and security technology worldwide. Our team is evolving beyond traditional sourcing to drive enterprise value, optimize profitability, and accelerate innovation alongside our technology partners.

Job Description

Role Purpose As Senior Manager of Software Procurement, you will lead a team of strategic sourcing professionals managing global procurement for embedded software, artificial intelligence (AI) solutions, and enterprise software platforms. Reporting directly to the Director of Indirect and Software Procurement, you will establish commercial strategies, drive high-value negotiations, and align software investments with core product engineering and IT roadmaps.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Development: Mentor, scale, and lead a global team of sourcing professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, commercial rigor, and continuous professional development.
• Category Strategy: Architect and execute multi-year sourcing strategies across embedded software, AI tools/technologies, and enterprise software applications (SaaS, cloud, and legacy systems).
• Commercial Negotiations: Lead high-stakes negotiations for Enterprise License Agreements (ELAs), third-party IP licensing, AI integration services, and complex Statements of Work (SOWs) to secure best-in-class commercial terms and total cost of ownership (TCO).
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with R&D, Engineering, Product Management, Legal, and IT leadership to integrate third-party embedded and AI technologies seamlessly into internal operations and customer-facing products.
• Supplier Governance & SRM: Direct executive-level Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) programs, quarterly business reviews (QBRs), and performance scorecards with critical global software vendors.
• Risk & Compliance Management: Collaborate with Corporate Risk, Cybersecurity, and Legal teams to enforce compliance regarding software intellectual property, open-source software (OSS) governance, third-party risk, and AI ethical standards.

Preferred Qualifications & Leadership Experience

• 3+ years of direct people management experience leading global procurement or sourcing teams.
• Deep knowledge of embedded software licensing models, emerging AI technologies, and enterprise SaaS frameworks.
• Proven track record navigating complex IP, software copyright, and technology agreements within high-tech, telecommunications, or safety technology sectors.

Target Base Salary Range: $120,300 - $175,000

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.

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Basic Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Computer Science, IT, Finance, or a related field.
• 6+ years of progressive strategic sourcing, procurement, or software contract management experience.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely without requiring employer work permit sponsorship.

Travel Requirements

Under 10%

Relocation Provided

None

Position Type

Experienced

Referral Payment Plan

Yes

Our U.S.Benefitsinclude:

• Incentive Bonus Plans

• Medical, Dental, Visionbenefits

• 401K with Company Match

• 10 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 complete Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.