Global Category Manager - Cybersecurity Software

Overview

Senior Global Category Manager – cybersecurity and network operations software. A strategic procurement leader who can drive sourcing strategy for these critical areas, negotiate complex contracts, and mentor procurement teams in a global environment.

• Global Sourcing Strategy:
  Develop and execute comprehensive global sourcing strategies for cybersecurity and network operations software, including market and spend analysis and opportunities for cost optimization.
• Contract Negotiation & Management:
  Lead and negotiate complex, high-value contracts with global suppliers, manage the full contract lifecycle from initiation to renewal, and mitigate risk.
• Supplier Relationship Management:
  Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, drive collaboration, conduct regular performance reviews, and foster strategic partnerships.
• RFx Management:
  Lead and execute RFPs, RFQs, and other formal sourcing methodologies from development through contract execution, leveraging eProcurement platforms and procure-to-pay processes.
• Cost Savings & Financial Management:
  Achieve ambitious cost savings targets and demonstrate clear ROI for procurement initiatives.
• Stakeholder Management:
  Collaborate with internal stakeholders across global business units, align sourcing strategies with business objectives, and secure senior leadership buy-in.
• Team Leadership & Mentorship:
  Coach and mentor junior procurement team members, share best practices, and promote professional development.
• Process Improvement:
  Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize the procurement process.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field (preferred).
• Extensive experience in strategic sourcing and category management with focus on cybersecurity and network operations software.
• Proven ability to manage and negotiate large, complex, enterprise-wide contracts.
• Expertise in RFx processes, from development to contract execution.
• Experience with eProcurement platforms and procure-to-pay processes.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated success in managing projects/programs to completion.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a global team.
• High urgency, integrity, dependability, and results-orientation.

• Experience with international procurement.
• Relevant Data Protection / Privacy Management qualification.

Location:

Greater Chicago or Greater Boston Area with the expectation to be in office up to 3 days per week.

Target Base Salary Range: $ - $. Pay within this range varies based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.

• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K with Company Match
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off Packages
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental & Family Leave
• And more

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.