IT Business Services Lead (US Remote)

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. Our critical communications, video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike, enabling the coordination that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals and safer businesses. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department Overview

Our IT organization has a critical role in driving extraordinary business results. Through a strong partnership with other areas of our business, we bring innovative thinking to every conversation and deliver with integrity. We’re looking for people who bring great ideas and who make our partners’ ideas better. Intellectually curious advisors (not order takers) who focus on outcomes to creatively solve business problems. People who not only embrace change, but who accelerate it.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to join our IT organization focusing on Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Optimization. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading the planning, execution, and delivery of IT optimization projects resulting from mergers and acquisitions. This role requires a strong understanding of a wide variety of IT systems, excellent project management skills, tremendous collaboration skills, and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT Optimization projects from inception to completion, ensuring that all objectives are met within the stipulated time and budget constraints.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, finance, legal, and business unit stakeholders, to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.

• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including resource allocation, timelines, and risk management strategies.

• Monitor and report on project progress to senior management and other stakeholders, providing regular updates on milestones, deliverables, and potential issues.

• Facilitate the integration of IT systems, applications, and infrastructure from acquired companies into Motorola Solutions' IT ecosystem.

• Drive the optimization of IT operations post-M&A to achieve efficiencies, cost savings, and enhanced performance.

• Ensure that all IT Optimization activities comply with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Manage vendor relationships, including negotiating contracts and overseeing the performance of third-party service providers.

• Conduct post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and best practices for future M&A activities.

Required Skills:

• Proven track record of managing complex IT projects with multiple stakeholders in a corporate environment.

• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, enterprise applications, and system …