Global Supply Planner (GSP)

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions we believe that everything starts with our people. Were 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 thats 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.

Department Overview

Job Description

We are looking for a Global Supply Planner to coordinate and optimize our international supplier product this role you will analyze forecasts (NET REQUIREMENTS AND NET BOOKED ORDERS) manage raw material allocations to our EMS partners and balance inventory to support seamless factory operations.

You will act as a vital bridge between Business Operations and global Distribution Centers (DCs) converting high-level demand forecasts into reliable execution-ready build plans.

Key Responsibilities

• EMS & Supplier Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for EMS partners managing Land Mobile Radio (LMR) and Video solutions. Dictate production priorities based on negotiated line capacities ensure alignment and escalate supply assurance issues when necessary.

• Cross-Functional Alignment: Act as the strategic liaison between the Sales team Business Operations and global Distribution Centers (DCs) to translate commercial demand plans into actionable factory build plans.

• Inventory Optimization & Order Management: Monitor and balance raw material supply to meet production needs while optimizing inventory levels.

• Occasionally purchase orders are required; this is not a primary function of the GSP and involves orders for services or indirect materials. We do not handle raw material purchases here.

• Data-Driven Performance Tracking: Utilize ERP/MRP systems to analyze data forecast material needs track supplier performance and drive continuous improvement in the supply chain.

• Operational Efficiency: Balance cost quality and timely delivery across the supply chain by fostering strong supplier relationships and resolving operational bottlenecks proactively.

• NPI & Engineering Support: This position facilitates or monitors engineering changes or the introduction of new projects only as a monitor; there is an engineering team dedicated to this as well as program managers who lead it. GSP is only a facilitator passively monitoring with the EMS and escalating issues if the engineering or supply assurance team needs support. Facilitate the execution of Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and support the rollout of New Product Introductions (NPI) as required.

At Motorola Solutions we offer a people-first culture where your work directly impacts the safety and security of communities enterprises and public safety personnel globally. If you are an analytical professional looking to translate complex metrics into operational success we invite you to join us in our continuous pursuit of building a safer world.

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Basic Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Business Administration Engineering International business or similar.

• 5 years of experience in supply chain management roles such as a Planner (production planning) MPS ( Master planner scheduler) Demand planning or New project/product introduction planning Direct buyer NPI Buyer Direct materials planner NPI materials planner Customer service and/or Program manager.

• Expertise with new product launching is highly preferred.

• Must reside in Guadalajara with the ability to work hybrid (3 days from Guadalajara Technology Park located Carretera Guadalajara-Nogales Km. 13.5 - Prolongación Avenida Vallarta in Zapopan Jalisco)

• The domain of Google suite is preferable.

• SCM Systems Proficiency: Proficiency with major Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g. SAP Oracle) and dedicated Supply Chain Management (SCMS) software.

• Data Analysis: Demonstrated ability to monitor interpret and present complex supply chain data using advanced analytical tools (e.g. Microsoft Excel SQL Power BI Tableau) to inform strategic decision-making and report generation for executive leadership.

• Process Methodologies: Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives preferably utilizing methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma or other accredited performance enhancement frameworks.

• Soft Skills: Negotiation communication problem-solving attention to detail organization relationship building Team work player

Travel Requirements

Relocation Provided

Position Type

Referral Payment Plan

EEO Statement

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.

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 youd like to join our team but feel that you dont quite meet all of the preferred skills wed still love to hear why you think youd be a great addition to our team.