Supply Chain Finance Manager at Motorola Solutions

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

Silvus Technologies, a leading provider of advanced MANET and MIMO communications systems, is reshaping mesh network technology for mission-critical applications – on the ground, in the air and at sea. Its battle-proven Stream Caster family of MANET radios and proprietary MN-MIMO waveform provides the vital communications link for defense, law enforcement and public safety agencies around the world, and in the toughest operational environments.

With deep roots in DARPA research, Silvus Technologies develops world-class advanced communications technologies that are reshaping the tactical communications landscape. From pure line-of-sight to extreme non-line-of-sight, Silvus radios form a self-healing, self-forming mesh network, enabling secure and reliable connectivity, including video and high-bandwidth data.

Silvus Technologies is a wholly owned subsidiary of Motorola Solutions, Inc.

Would you like to join an incredibly talented group of people, doing very challenging work, with the prime directive of “Keeping Our Heroes Connected”?

Job Description:

Silvus is seeking a Supply Chain Finance Manager who will report to the FP&A Director on the Finance team. The successful individual in this role will bridge the gap between financial planning and operational execution, partnering closely with our Supply Chain and Engineering teams to optimize cost efficiency and profitability for our advanced Mobile Ad-hoc Network (MANET) radios.

The primary duty of this position is to perform high-level financial and operational analysis and lead strategic decision-making related to supply chain cost structure and profitability. This role operates with minimal supervision in exercising independent judgment and discretion on matters of significance to determine appropriate methods and approaches to prioritize and direct work based on business needs.

This position is based at Silvus Technologies’ headquarters in the heart of vibrant West Los Angeles, CA, and is on a hybrid schedule. A minimum of 3 days onsite per week is expected. On-site days are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

The following is a list of at least some of the current essential job functions of the position. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time at its discretion.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inventory & Working Capital: Lead inventory management strategies and Working Capital optimization, including the refinement of vendor terms.

• Product Costing (BOM): Partner with Engineering and Supply Chain on BOM development and maintain strict oversight of COGS detail management.

• Strategic Sourcing Finance: Analyze and determine pricing, sourcing, and tariff strategies, exercising discretion to protect margins and mitigate financial risk.

• Operational Analysis: Interpret complex financial and operational data to make recommendations to finance leadership regarding vendor strategy, pricing, and cost controls.

• Process Improvement: Enhance data systems and proactive tools to reduce cycle times for key supply chain metrics.

• Executive Support: Design and oversee financial reporting frameworks to guide forecasting, budgeting, and strategic decision-making.

• Perform other related duties of which the above are representative.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field. MBA preferred.

• Experience: 8+ years of experience in a finance, operational finance, or supply chain role.

• Leadership: 2+ years of supervisory or management experience.

• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Google Sheets or Microsoft Excel and the ability to transform raw data into usable formats while automating repetitive processes.

• Strong knowledge of GAAP, Cost Accounting, and manufacturing environments.

• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen, or U.S. Permanent Resident) due to clients under U.S. federal contracts.

• All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Experience with Google Apps Script, Power Query, SQL, Python, Alteryx, or related data preparation tools.

• Experience with Oracle or similar ERP and Business Intelligence (BI) tools.

• Experience forecasting and analyzing operational cash flows.

• Background in manufacturing, Management Consulting, or Private Equity.

• Background in product costing, cost accounting, or a strong supply chain function.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Office environment.

• Lift up to 20 lbs.

COMPENSATION: $135,000 – $175,000 / annually

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The pay range is NOT a guarantee. It is based on market research and peer data and will vary depending on the candidate’s education, experience and qualifications.

NOTE - As a US Federal Contractor, Silvus Technologies requires that ALL candidates being considered for employment for any position (regardless of level) MUST be a U.S. Person (permanent resident or citizen). Stricter U.S. Citizen ONLY requirements (needed for some Engineering or R&D roles) will be included in the Required Qualifications section of the posted position. This does NOT apply to international positions; only job postings for positions located in the US.All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.

Silvus is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion or belief, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

**Silvus does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to Silvus Technologies.

Basic Requirements:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field. MBA preferred.

• Experience: 8+ years of experience in a finance, operational finance, or supply chain role.

• Leadership: 2+ years of supervisory or management experience.

• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Google Sheets or Microsoft Excel and the ability to transform raw data into usable formats while automating repetitive processes.

• Strong knowledge of GAAP, Cost Accounting, and manufacturing environments.

• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen, or U.S. Permanent Resident) due to clients under U.S. federal contracts.

Travel Requirements:

None

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.