Procurement 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 Overview**: The ‘Project Procurement’ organization is responsible for 3rd Party Spend required as part of our total solution offering to Customers. Our offerings range from Full Turnkey Radio systems to pure System Integration projects scope.

The aim of the Department is to actively drive the development and execution of a consented procurement strategy to ensure company offerings to customers -Pre, Post award and Managed Services— are competitive, in keeping with offering world class solutions and at attractive margins, using lowest total cost of ownership approaches.
**- To act as the primary interface from Project Procurement & Supply perspective for activity on 3rd Party Supply requirements necessary for successful bid submission at Pre-Sales stage and for successful execution of Project at Post award and Manages Services stages.
- Ensure Project Procurement is considered a strategic partner in responding to customer opportunities by partnering with internal clients (e.g., Business Development; Services; Project Management; Bid & Quote; and Engineering).
- Oversee the review of all categories with the aim to reduce cost, minimize risk, protect continuity of supply, and exploit emerging opportunities.
- Ensure Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) perspective on all categories, including price/cost analysis principles etc.
- Spearhead vendor relationship to ensure ongoing productivity in categories under management and future relationship is developed with new potential vendors.
- Oversee design of negotiation strategies and lead negotiations to deliver against business objectives and achieve sustainable relationships with vendors.
- Develop and build KPIs on savings, process lead time, compliance, vendor leverage and customer satisfaction.
- Work closely with business partners at i) Bid (pre-award), ii) Project (post award), and iii Managed Service stages to ensure a unified Procurement value-add and delivery strategy.
- Knowledge share with Global Category Managers to ensure a One Procurement approach.
- Participate in developing annual cost reduction/margin enhancement objectives, gaining buy-in from Project Team & execute on plan and meet/exceed the goal.
- Execute contracts with liaison of Legal to ensure contracts are in place prior to execution of procured Equipment, Supply & Services.
- Execute any ‘cost claim’ issues with suppliers, ensuring equitable value achieved for deficiencies against contract by the supplier.
- Working with other Internal Functions (e.g., Finance, Logistics, Project Management) to facilitate the successful execution of the “Purchase to Pay” cycle to ensure Internal Controls are met and Suppliers are paid in accordance with the agreed terms. Investigate & escalate overdue payment issues with the appropriate internal teams.
- Monitor & Report on Projected P&L Spend versus actual executed spend.
- 5-10% of time travelling is required within Asia region.

Prime Categories of Experience/ Exposure to include**:

- Supply of Tower, Shelter, Power, Genset, Microwave, RF, Telephony, CAD Solution, Audio & Data Logging, Trainborne, Digital & Satellite Maps.
- Services such as Civil/Infrastructure works (examples may include: Telecom Site Acquisition Services, Site Preparation, Tower Foundation works, Tower Erection, Fencing, Warehouse).
- Services such as Telecom Installation Work, Integration, Commissioning, Warranty & Support and Operation and Management.
- Supply and Installation of Technology (OEM Hardware & Software).
- Professional Services (IT integration, Design Consulting, Contract Labor etc).
- Services such as RF/Drive Test Services.

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**Basic Requirements**:

- At least 3-5 years of working experience in Procurement and Supply Chain function.
- Certification of CIPS or equivalent will be preferred.
- Well versed with ERP Systems, Databases, E-bidding Tools.
- Deep knowledge of Telecom Network/Technology and understanding of commercial categories.
- Experience in Bid & Quote/Project type environment for Infrastructure e.g., Telecom, IT System Integrator or Energy will be a plus.
- This is a hands on role so it’s essential the applicant has high levels of personal initi