Supply Chain Associate

Motorola Solutions Supply Planning Subject Matter ExpertAt 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.We are looking for a Supply Planning Subject Matter Expert to lead our North America Supply Planning / Purchasing team. While this role does not have direct supervisory responsibilities (e.g., performance reviews or hiring decisions), this position offers a great opportunity for individuals looking to begin developing their leadership skills within a professional environment. You will play a pivotal role in guiding day-to-day operations, mentoring team members, and establishing best practices for delivering our Mission-Critical equipment to customers.Key Responsibilities:Operational Excellence: Oversee the end-to-end PO lifecycle, optimize material flow with 3rd party providers, and leverage analytics to resolve planning exceptions.Execute and optimize planned orders and purchase orders for external suppliers to guarantee seamless material flow.Partner with 3rd party equipment providers to coordinate direct-to-customer and factory-bound deliveries.Spearhead expediting activities for material shortages from partner suppliers to align with production schedules.Own the end-to-end delivery lifecycle, from PO placement to final customer receipt.Strategic Alignment: Partner with demand planning and inventory teams to align supply with trends and meet inventory and cash targets.Leverage AI tools and advanced analytics to resolve supply planning exceptions and detect trends in supplier delivery and demand changes.Lead cross-functional projects to optimize inventory and supply plans.Stakeholder Management: Lead cross-functional briefings for factory management and global category leaders to communicate supply status and mitigate risks.Lead cross-functional alignment meetings to proactively communicate supply status and mitigate risks.Deliver daily / weekly briefings on material demand, shortages, and status to Factory Scheduling and Management during Weekly Information Meetings.Proactively communicate updates regarding material status and changes to all relevant stakeholders.Desired Qualifications:Purchasing / Supply Planning Expertise: 5+ years of hands-on purchasing/procurement experience with a deep understanding of supplier management and ERP purchasing workflows.Informal Leadership Skills: Demonstrated experience or strong desire to coach, train, and guide colleagues.Communication & Collaboration: Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence without formal authority.Education & Skills:Bachelors in Supply Chain or other applicable degreeSupplier Collaboration (E2Open or similar)Oracle Value Chain Applications (ASCP)APICS Certified (CPIM/CSCP)Target Base Salary Range: $75,000 - $120,000 USDConsistent 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.Basic Requirements:Bachelors Degree2 or more years Planning experienceLegal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.Travel Requirements: Under 10%Relocation Provided: NonePosition Type: ExperiencedReferral Payment Plan: YesOur U.S. Benefits include:Incentive Bonus PlansMedical, Dental, Vision benefits401K with Company Match10 Paid HolidaysGenerous Paid Time Off PackagesEmployee Stock Purchase PlanPaid Parental & Family Leaveand more!EEO StatementMotorola 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 complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.