EMS Category Manager

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we're guided by a shared purpose - helping people be their best in the moments that matter - and we live up to our purpose every day by solving for safer. Because people can only be their best when they not only feel safe, but are safe. We're solving for safer by building the best possible technologies across every part of our safety and security ecosystem. That's mission -critical communications devices and networks, AI-powered video security & access control and the ability to unite voice, video and data in a single command center view. We're solving for safer by connecting public safety agencies and enterprises, enabling the collaboration that's critical to connect those in need with those who can help. The work we do here matters.

Department OverviewThe Product Procurement Team works with the Business, Engineering, Supply Chain and other critical functional teams to create and execute the product outsourcing strategy. The team source and manages a pool of qualified suppliers to support and enable our business' outsourcing needs.
Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Category Manager, with at least 5 years prior experience in managing Global EMS suppliers. The responsibilities of the EMS Category Manager includes but not limited to :

• Execution of the Global EMS Strategy

• Overall EMS suppliers management, including suppliers relationships ownership

• RFQ exercise, cost negotiations and project awards

• Contract negotiations

• Escalation point for internal operation teams

• On-going drive for cost improvement and annual cost reduction

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Basic Requirements

In order to be successful, the candidate has to have: 

• Must have at least a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain or any related field/

• Minimum 5 years prior experience and proven track records in managing Global EMS suppliers.

• Effective problem solving skills, strong negotiation skills and excellent communication skills with proven ability to work with people from various levels and functions.

• Strong data analysis skills and good understanding in forecasting methods.

• High proficiency in MS Office / Google Documents; specifically, advance MS Excel / Google Sheets skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

• Prior project management experience will be an added advantage

• Energetic, Positive, and a Team Player personality.

• Willing to work in Bayan Lepas, Penang.

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Travel RequirementsUnder 10%
Relocation ProvidedNone
Position TypeExperienced

Referral Payment PlanNo

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 email [email protected].