Transportation Leader

Company Overview

At 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.

Department Overview

The Global Logistics team plays a vital role in our supply chain by coordinating the flow of materials to our distribution centers and ensuring finished products reach our customers. We work closely with our Third-Party Logistics providers to manage all transportation, customs brokerage, and freight payment operations. Ultimately, our team takes ownership of the cost, quality, and delivery of these services, ensuring we consistently meet our customers' needs while supporting MSI's broader business goals.

Job Description

As our Transportation Leader, you will use your logistics expertise to guide and improve our daily operations out of our Elgin, Illinois hub. In this key role, you will oversee all types of suppliers and customer orders, taking full responsibility for both inbound and outbound freight. You will manage our 3PL partners, lead continuous improvement efforts, and work closely with North America Logistics Manager and project managers to make sure every customer order is delivered on time and according to their contract. If you hold your work to high standards and enjoy a fast-paced environment, we invite you to apply to join our logistics team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct and optimize Third-Party Logistics partners providing premium transportation and logistics services, holding them strictly accountable to top-tier service level agreements.
• Command the daily flow of inbound supply logistics and the outbound execution of complex customer orders, ensuring uninterrupted operational velocity.
• Partner dynamically with internal supply chain and logistics staff to champion key strategic initiatives and crush departmental goals.
• Coordinate tightly with internal Project Managers to guarantee that custom, high-stakes orders are delivered strictly in accordance with contracted customer terms and timelines.
• Relentlessly analyze logistics operations to identify opportunities and drive transformative improvements in Cost, Quality, and Delivery.
• Take on versatile challenges and operational duties as assigned to support an ever-evolving, high-tech manufacturing and distribution environment.

Required Qualifications & Technical Expertise:

• Deep, hands-on experience managing High-Value Products, navigating complex International Air & Ocean Freight Logistics, and overseeing rigorous Shipping & Receiving processes.
• Demonstrated expertise in global trade compliance, specifically managing export controls for dual-use goods.
• Proven ability to navigate international export regulations.
• Proven expertise in the safe handling, routing, and compliance of Battery Dangerous Goods.
• A strong commitment to delivering excellent customer service, maintaining high quality standards, and continuously improving processes.
• A proven background handling complex contracts or specialized project logistics is highly desired and will set you apart.

Target Base Salary Range: $75,000  - $125,000 USD

Consistent 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.

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Basic Requirements

• Bachelors Degree. Preference for a Business or a Supply Chain concentration
• 3+ years experience with Logistics Operations utilizing Air, Ocean, and Ground 3PL services.

Travel Requirements

Under 10%

Relocation Provided

None

Position Type

Experienced

Referral Payment Plan

Yes

Our U.S. Benefits include:

• Incentive Bonus Plans

• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

• 401K with Company Match

• 10 Paid Holidays

• Generous Paid Time Off Packages

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Paid Parental & Family Leave

• and more!

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 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.