Strategic Sourcing Manager, Acquisition Alignment - Vancouver, BC, Canada - Motorola Solutions

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Strategic Sourcing Manager, Acquisition Alignment

Apply locations Vancouver, Canada time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id R45903

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.

Aperçu de l'entreprise

Chez Motorola Solutions, nous sommes guidés par un objectif commun: aider les gens à donner le meilleur d'eux-mêmes dans les moments les plus importants - et nous sommes à la hauteur de notre engagement en créant des solutions sécurisées. Parce que les gens ne peuvent donner le meilleur d'eux-mêmes que lorsqu'ils se sentent en sécurité et qu'ils le sont. Nous créons des solutions sécurisées en développant les meilleures technologies intégrées à travers les écosystèmes de sûreté et de sécurité. Qu'il s'agisse d'appareils et de réseaux de communications essentiels, d'une sécurité vidéo et d'un contrôle d'accès basés sur l'IA ou d'une capacité d'unir la voix, vidéo et les données dans un seul centre de commandement. Nous créons des solutions sécurisées en connectant les agences de sécurité publique et les entreprises, permettant ainsi une collaboration essentielle entre les personnes qui ont besoin d'aide et les personnes pouvant aider. Le travail que nous accomplissons ici est primordial.

Department Overview

The Global Procurement Organization provides the resources, processes, governance, systems and controls for acquiring goods and services efficiently, effectively and ethically from a diverse supply base that provides Motorola Solutions a competitive advantage on cost, quality, technology, service and delivery.
The Global Product Procurement Organization is responsible for the acquisition of all Hardware, Software and Supply Chain Services required for Motorola to design, build and distribute Video, Radio and Accessory products. The Global Procurement team is evolving from more traditional sourcing and procurement goals by looking beyond simple cost savings and creating value for the corporation by improving product profitability, increasing supplier collaboration and leveraging supplier roadmaps to bring new solutions to our business partners. We are a client focused team designed to bring value and help lead innovations, revenue and savings within the business.

Job Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic Strategic Sourcing Manager, Acquisition Alignment who is a problem-solver, eager to rise to the challenges of a continuously evolving technological industry, and wants to make an impact on the safety of people and businesses globally.

Reporting to the Director of Global Procurement, your focus will be on direct and indirect procurement alignment of newly acquired companies to Motorola and acceleration of leverage. This includes engagement across cross-functional stakeholders, alignment of supply strategy, cost optimization and integration. Your role will be instrumental in delivering best-in-class solutions, including enablement, consolidation, auditing and strategic initiatives that meet the Procurement priorities and support the successful and accelerated integration of acquisitions into Motorola's portfolio.

An ideal candidate will be a high-energy individual with a demonstrated ability to successfully navigate through ambiguities and challenges using facts, data, and a strong curiosity of AI technology. They will possess open-mindedness and effective communication skills to explore AI-based efficiencies and collaborate with stakeholders across the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Actively engage with newly acquired Video companies and drive Direct and Indirect Procurement alignment with product roadmaps and comprehensive sourcing strategies
• Identify, drive and accelerate cost efficiency and integration targets for acquisitions
• Collaborate with Product, Engineering, EMS partners, and Supply Chain Management to optimize the supply base of newly acquired companies
• Conduct supplier analysis for newly acquired entities, and manage the overall supplier qualification process to ensure a strong and diversified supplier base
• Develop and create solutions for competitive bidding and RFx initiatives to optimize new acquisition cost structures and leverage Motorola's purchasing power
• Support the newly acquired Video companies' adoption of Motorola standard procurement/purchasing systems, including iProcurement
• Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers and explore creative supplier solutions to enhance value and innovation
• Contribute to Event Driven Cost Reduction initiatives within the acquired companies, including multi-sourcing, alternate materials, and other cost reduction initiatives
• Drive working capital and inventory optimization initiatives for new acquisitions
• Manage supply contract alignment and agreement assignments to Motorola
• Continually benchmark the industry to monitor AI technology trends and ensure best practices in AI adoption are incorporated into Motorola's Procurement strategy for acquired companies
• Work on projects and assignments as required, following approved guidelines and methodologies.

This is a hybrid role that requires 3 days onsite per week

Basic Requirements

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, IT, Management, or Supply Chain Management
• 5-7 years of Supply Chain experience with proven abilities in: Sourcing, Negotiation, Contracts, Project Management required.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to independently assess, define and solve complex Supply Chain and Procurement issues required.

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Travel Requirements

10-25%

Relocation Provided

None

Position Type

Experienced

Referral Payment Plan

Yes 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 .

Motorola Solutions adopte, favorise et promeut les principes de diversité, d'équité et d'inclusion. Nous encourageons et accueillons les candidatures de toutes les personnes qualifiées, quelles que soient leur race, origines ethnique, religion ou croyance, orientation sexuelle, identité et expression sexuelle, statut d'anciens combattants ou tout autre statut protégé par la Loi.

Nous sommes fiers de notre culture axée sur les personnes et les communautés, encourageant ainsi chaque Motorolan d'être la version la plus authentique de lui-même dans ses responsabilités afin de tenir la promesse d'un monde plus sécuritaire.

Si vous souhaitez vous joindre à notre communauté mais croyez que vous ne possédez pas toutes les exigences requises pour le poste convoité, nous aimerions tout de même connaître les raisons pour lesquelles vous pensez être un excellent candidat pour notre équipe.

Nous offrons également des mesures d'adaptation pendant toutes les étapes du processus d'embauche afin de favoriser l'inclusion des personnes vivant avec un handicap physique et/ou mental. Si vous avez besoin de mesures d'adaptation, svp nous faire parvenir un courriel à .

About Us

MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS OVERVIEW

At Motorola Solutions, we believe our people are our greatest strength. More than 20,000 strong, we're a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere.

As we have for nearly a century, we design and advance technology – intentionally, purposefully, responsibly – that prioritizes people and helps save lives. We build and connect critical communications, video security and command center technologies to help protect people, property and places. And our solutions enable the collaboration between public safety agencies and enterprises that's critical for a proactive approach to safety and security.

Because we believe that the next big idea can come from anyone, anywhere at any time, we're transforming the technology of today with tomorrow in mind. Anything is possible with the freedom to think outside the box. Connect with a career that matters and help us to build a future of safer, together. Learn more .

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