Strategic Hardware Procurement Leader (Hybrid)

Motorola Solutions; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive Bonus Plans

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401K

Generous Paid Time Off Packages

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

A leading global technology company is looking for a Procurement Category Manager in Chicago. This hybrid role involves strategic sourcing for hardware categories, requiring 8+ years of procurement experience. Strong negotiation skills and the ability to communicate with senior leadership are essential. The successful candidate will lead sourcing initiatives, manage supplier relationships, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize procurement strategies. The position offers a competitive salary range of $80,000 - $180,000, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive procurement experience, focus on hardware categories.
• Ability to communicate effectively at Director/VP levels.
• Experience with large, complex supplier deals.

Responsibilities

• Lead long-term agreements through RFx methodologies.
• Analyze spend data and identify strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Collaborate with business units to develop sourcing strategies.

Skills

Budget planning

Contract negotiations

Procurement experience

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in business, finance or similar

Tools

Supplier management tools

Job description

A leading global technology company is looking for a Procurement Category Manager in Chicago. This hybrid role involves strategic sourcing for hardware categories, requiring 8+ years of procurement experience. Strong negotiation skills and the ability to communicate with senior leadership are essential. The successful candidate will lead sourcing initiatives, manage supplier relationships, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize procurement strategies. The position offers a competitive salary range of $80,000 - $180,000, along with comprehensive benefits.