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Department OverviewThe Supply Chain and Procurement organization is a dynamic, high-impact environment committed to delivering best-in-class communications equipment and solutions to customers globally. Our core mission is to drive exceptional value and customer experience through agility, speed, and collaborative partnerships. We are the central engine for value creation and technology innovation, spanning the entire lifecycle from strategic planning and ethical sourcing to on-time delivery and post-sales support.
Moving beyond traditional sourcing, the Procurement team is a client-focused, strategic partner dedicated to unlocking enterprise value. We achieve this by maximizing profitability, fostering deep supplier collaboration, and actively supporting the development and launch of innovative new solutions. We are the driving force helping to lead innovation within the enterprise.
Job Description
This pivotal role requires expertise in strategic sourcing, category management, and Network Operations procurement. The Manager will deliver innovative, cost-effective methodologies and possess exceptional commercial and contractual acumen to lead cross-functional sourcing initiatives.
Key Categories of Managed Spend
You will manage and lead sourcing for major, high-value categories, including:
Civil/Infrastructure Works & Equipment: Telecom Site Acquisition, Civil Works (Site Prep, Tower Erection, Shelters), Generators.
Installation & Commissioning Services (Telecom Equipment).
Site Equipment: Ancillaries, Microwave components.
OEM Sourcing: Hardware & Software.
Core Responsibilities
The responsibilities are focused on strategic impact and project execution:
Sourcing Strategy: Set long-term commercial strategic direction for third-party regional project requirements. Achieve assigned targets for margin improvement.
Contract & Risk Management: Negotiate high-value, complex contracts, ensuring "back-to-back" terms to minimize risk between customer and supplier agreements. Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) on technical, legal, and contractual issues.
Technical Alignment: Partner with Engineering and PMO to translate technical needs into clear Scopes of Work (SOWs) for tenders. Conduct optimal supplier evaluations (commercial, technical, deployment).
Supply Base Development: Understand communication systems technical needs to optimally source equipment and services. Collaborate on developing a robust supply base and provide input to Global Category Managers on performance/strategy.
Cross-Functional Leadership: Develop a comprehensive understanding of regional needs. Engage with regional business teams and senior leadership on critical projects. Define governance standards.
Operational Excellence: Project-manage multiple simultaneous sourcing efforts. Use eProcurement systems for contract and PR approvals.
Basic Requirements
Education: Bachelor's degree (Supply Chain, Business, Law, IT, or related field) or equivalent experience.
Experience: 5+ years in Procurement, Category Management, or a directly relevant role.
Skills: Expert negotiation skills (financial, commercial terms, risk mitigation). Proven experience with the procure-to-pay (P2P) process.
Soft Skills: Demonstrated project management success. Strong sense of urgency and results-orientation. Excellent written and verbal communication in English and Portuguese. Creative problem-solver who can build relationships.
Attributes: Ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities, and exercise sound judgment in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Experience
Experience with international procurement.
Relevant Data Protection / Privacy Management qualification.
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Travel RequirementsNone
Relocation ProvidedNone
Position TypeExperiencedReferral Payment PlanYes
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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