Motorola Solutions
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Supplier Diversity Program Specialist

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Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we create technologies our customers refer to as their lifeline. Our technology platforms in communications, software, video and services help our customers work safely and more efficiently. Whether it’s helping firefighters see through smoke, enabling police officers to see around street corners, or reliably keeping the lights on in homes and businesses around the world, our work supports those who put their lives on the line to keep us safe. Bring your passion, potential and talents to Motorola Solutions, and help us usher in a new era in public safety and security.


Department Overview
The Supply Chain and Procurement organization is a fast-paced and dynamic environment, delivering world-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

The Supplier Diversity Program Manager will support the management, execution, and development of the Supplier Diversity Program. This highly visible role will work directly with Procurement, Suppliers, Customers and external partners to increase business opportunities with diverse suppliers.

Responsibilities:

  • First line responder; ability to pivot between strategy and operations

  • Work with Procurement to ensure diverse supplier inclusion through strategic sourcing activities

  • Work with Sales to ensure competitive advantage and contract compliance

  • Maintain Supplier Diversity intake process including supplier registration and correspondence

  • Educate our partners and provide appropriate program documentation 

  • Track and eport diversity spend against corporate, category and customer goals

  • Identify and establish business relationships with potential diverse suppliers

  • Communicate and design messages to increase internal awareness and engagement 

  • Serve as outreach liaison to external organizations and partners, as required

Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with procurement sourcing processes and methodologies within a global organization

  • Strong organizational, project and time management skills

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

  • Highly motivated and able to think clearly under pressure

  • Ability to grow, evolve with the role and organization 

  • Team oriented, motivated self-starter with strong relationship building skills

  • Demonstrated ability to collaboratively reach out across organizational boundaries, mobilize resources and subject matter experts from many teams and groups to achieve objectives


Basic Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree required


Travel Requirements
Under 10%
Relocation Provided
None
Position Type
New Grad
Referral Payment Plan
No


EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran's status, or, any other protected characteristic.

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What are Motorola Solutions Perks + Benefits

Motorola Solutions Benefits Overview

Our U.S. benefits include:
- Incentive Bonus Plans
- Medical, Dental, Vision benefits effective Day 1
- 401K with Company Match and Day 1 vesting
- 9 Paid Holidays
- Generous Paid Time Off Packages
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Parental & Family Leave
- and more!

Culture
Volunteer in local community
Partners with nonprofits
Open door policy
OKR operational model
Team based strategic planning
Open office floor plan
Remote work program
Our remote work program includes telecommuting at Manager discretion.
Diversity
Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff
Highly diverse management team
Mandated unconscious bias training
Diversity manifesto
Diversity employee resource groups
Hiring practices that promote diversity
Health Insurance & Wellness Benefits
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Pet insurance
Mental health benefits
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
401(K) matching
Employee stock purchase plan
Performance bonus
Charitable contribution matching
Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits
Generous parental leave
Family medical leave
Adoption Assistance
Vacation & Time Off Benefits
Unlimited vacation policy
Paid holidays
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
Free snacks and drinks
Company-sponsored happy hours
Onsite office parking
Relocation assistance
Professional Development Benefits
Job training & conferences
Tuition reimbursement
Lunch and learns
Promote from within
Mentorship program
Continuing education available during work hours
Online course subscriptions available
Paid industry certifications

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