Director of Supply Chain Manufacturing, Repair, an

at Motorola Solutions in Chicago, Illinois, United States 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 OverviewIn Global Procurement, we don't just manage a supply chain; we build the lifelines that connect people in their moments of greatest need. Every component we source and every partnership we forge directly impacts the reliability of the communication systems used by police, fire, and emergency services worldwide. We are a team of strategic orchestrators, navigating a complex global landscape to ensure that when the call for help comes, the technology is ready. Join us in building a more resilient world. The Procurement team is moving beyond traditional sourcing goals to create value for the enterprise by improving profitability, increasing supplier collaboration, and supporting new solution development. We are a client focused team designed to bring value and help lead innovations within the enterprise. 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 Responsibilities:

Global Leadership:

Provide proven professional leadership to a global Procurement team overseeing critical Supply Chain Services, including Manufacturing, Repair, Distribution, and Logistics.

Financial Impact:

Deliver measurable results in driving annual net cost reductions and optimizing working capital management.

Market Intelligence:

Conduct comprehensive market research and analysis to assess outsourced solutions, evaluate market trends, perform competitive benchmarking, and identify commercial best practices and technological advancements in Manufacturing, Repair, and Operations (MRO).

Strategic Execution:

Develop and execute cohesive, forward-looking strategies that address current and future organizational needs, supply chain resiliency, market trends, government regulations, and evolving business environments.

Operational Excellence:

Demonstrate a track record of success across forecasting, sourcing, compliance, quality assurance, complex negotiations, and contract management.

Process Innovation:

Drive the invention and implementation of process improvements, automation, and operational best practices to support scalable growth with a global reach.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Lead and influence cross-functional teams, partnering closely with Product Management, Product Design, Technical, and Business Development units to achieve strategic objectives.

Talent Management:

Direct and mentor a global team comprising both individual contributors and people managers.

Preferred Skills:

Communication:

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Executive Leadership:

5+ years of proven executive leadership experience.

Organizational Complexity:

Demonstrated success navigating complex corporate structures, including the integration of mergers and acquisitions (M&A).

Departmental Management:

Full-cycle department management experience, including recruiting, hiring, and performance management.

Global Vision:

A broad global perspective and strategic vision for Supply Chain and Procurement functions.

Execution & Negotiation:

Strong managerial acumen paired with advanced negotiation skills.

Industry Expertise:

A robust industry network and deep experience within the Electronics Manufacturing sector.

Sourcing Excellence:

Proven capability leading complex, end-to-end RF(x) processes and high-value contract negotiations.

Agility:

Ability to thrive in a high-energy environment, seamlessly balancing tactical execution with long-term strategic initiatives in parallel. Role Requirement Candidates must possess professional experience in Manufacturing, General Procurement, or Sourcing at the Director level or higher to be considered for this role.

Location:

Employee must be based in the Greater Chicago... For full info follow application link. Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to no discrimination because of race, color, creed, marital status, age, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account