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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.\nDepartment Overview\nThe Supply Chain organization is a fast-paced and dynamic environment, delivering best-in-class communications equipment and solutions for customers around the world. Our purpose is to deliver exceptional value and customer experience through agility, speed, and collaboration. We plan what products and services are needed, source efficiently and ethically from a diverse supply base, launch new products, make and deliver solutions on time, and exceed customer expectations through outstanding quality, service, and support. We are designed to bring value, lead technology innovation, and provide Motorola Solutions a competitive advantage on revenue, cost, cash, and delivery.Job Description\nRole Overview\nMotorola Solutions is seeking a highly strategic, results-driven individual to serve as the primary alliance manager for our largest external manufacturing provider. You will act as the general manager of this critical partnership, taking end-to-end ownership of contracting, sourcing strategies, executive escalations, and overall commercial relationship management.\nIn this high-visibility role, you will be the definitive bridge between our primary external manufacturing partner and internal stakeholders. You will partner extensively with our Supply Planning team to resolve critical shortages and ensure supply continuity, while working closely with Motorola Solutions Supply Chain and Engineering leadership to drive strategic alignment, cost optimization, and operational excellence.\nKey Responsibilities\nSupplier Relationship Management: Serve as the primary commercial point of contact and strategic alliance manager for our largest external manufacturing provider. Cultivate a collaborative, high-performing partnership that aligns with Motorola Solutions' long-term business objectives.\n Contracting & Commercial Negotiations: Lead the negotiation of Master Supply Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), pricing structures, and commercial terms. Ensure contracts provide optimal flexibility, risk mitigation, and cost-competitiveness.\nStrategic Sourcing: Develop and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies for the external manufacturing portfolio. Drive continuous cost reduction initiatives, capacity planning, and value-engineering opportunities.\nEscalation Management & Issue Resolution: Act as the point of escalation for critical supply constraints, quality excursions, or commercial disputes. Drive rapid root-cause analysis and implement sustained corrective actions.\nSupply Planning Alignment: Partner with the Supply Planning team to navigate critical material needs, expedite requests, and proactively mitigate supply chain disruptions to protect customer delivery schedules.\n Cross-Functional Leadership: Influence and collaborate effectively across Motorola Solutions' Supply Chain and Engineering leadership. Ensure seamless alignment on New Product Introductions (NPI), end-of-life (EOL) transitions, and engineering change orders (ECOs).\n Performance & KPI Management: Own the supplier scorecard process. Organize and lead Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) with the partner's leadership and Motorola Solutions executives to review performance against SLAs, operational metrics, and strategic initiatives.\nAdditional Qualified Skills:\nContracting Expertise: Proven track record of independently negotiating complex, multi-million dollar external manufacturing contracts and MSAs.\nCross-Functional Acumen: Demonstrated ability to bridge the gap between technical engineering requirements and commercial supply chain strategies.\nCommunication Skills: Exceptional executive presence, with the ability to clearly present data, influence senior leadership, and drive consensus across diverse global teams without formal direct reports.\nTarget Base Salary Range: $120,300 - $180,000\nConsistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.\nBasic Requirements\nEducation: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.\n Experience: 8+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management, with at least 3+ years specifically managing tier-one Contract Manufacturers (CM) or Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) providers.\nTravel Requirements\nUnder 10%Relocation Provided\nNonePosition Type\nExperiencedReferral Payment Plan\nYesOur U.S. Benefits include:\nIncentive Bonus Plans\n\nMedical, Dental, Vision benefits\n\n401K with Company Match\n\n10 Paid Holidays\n\nGenerous Paid Time Off Packages\n\nEmployee Stock Purchase Plan\n\nPaid Parental & Family Leave\n\nand more!\n\nEEO Statement\nMotorola 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.\nWe 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.\nWe’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. 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