Director of Strategic Sourcing

Minuteman Security Technologies Inc•Andover, MA

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Strategic Sourcing Director to lead end-to-end supply chain operations across multiple offices supporting enterprise-level security and life-safety system deployments. This role oversees direct and indirect material procurement, supplier management, inventory, and logistics to ensure consistent, reliable delivery of integrated security technologies across all regions. The Director will manage and optimize price and inventory levels of approximately $70M of annual spend and manage a team of 1-2 people. The ideal candidate has expertise in multi-site operations, technology/hardware supply chains, and building scalable processes that support both day-to-day projects and large rollout programs. Ideal candidates will be located in Andover, MA; Manchester, NH; or, Raleigh, NC. What you’ll be doing (and doing well!): Procurement & Supplier Management · Source, negotiate, and manage vendor relationships for security and life-safety system hardware (cameras, access control devices, alarms, servers, networking equipment, etc.). · Establish long-term supplier partnerships, volume discounts, and vendor-managed inventory where appropriate. · Ensure high-quality, standardized components that support consistent system design. Supply Chain Strategy & Leadership · Develop and execute a multi-site supply chain strategy that supports company growth, optimizes cash flow, and ensures quality project deployments · Lead structured negotiation processes with suppliers to secure net cost/price reductions and favorable terms and conditions, ensuring cost-effectiveness and reliability in the supply chain. · Build structured enterprise-wide approach; operationalize economies of scale, develop category strategies scalable processes to support enterprise clients and repeatable multi-site rollouts. Cost, Performance & Risk Management · Track and improve supply chain KPIs (lead times, fill rates, inventory turns, supplier performance, cost savings). · Analyze total cost of ownership, negotiate pricing, and optimize spending across categories. · Build supply chain resilience, alternate sourcing plans, and risk-mitigation strategies. Inventory, Materials & Kitting · Oversee inventory levels across all sites to reduce excess stock while maintaining customer service levels. · Ensure accurate BOM management and coordination with engineering and project management. Logistics & Deployment Support · Manage national logistics to support distributed site installations. · Ensure timely delivery of materials to local warehouses and field teams. · Support rapid response for urgent jobs, service calls, and maintenance needs. Cross-Functional Collaboration · Partner with Engineering, PMO (Program Management Office), Project Managers, Operations, and Finance to align supply chain strategy with business and project goals. · Support standardization of components across all security system solutions and client programs. · Provide executive-level reporting on supply chain performance, forecasts, and risks.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.
10+ years of supply chain/procurement experience in multi-site or technology-focused environments.
Must be passionate about driving down costs and optimizing spend.
Continuous improvement mindset; not afraid to challenge existing or conventional thinking / analyses.
Ability to operate in a matrixed environment and influence without authority.
Strong background in procurement, logistics, vendor management, and cost optimization.
Experience with large rollout programs, kitting/pre-configuration, and multi-site inventory management.
Excellent leadership, negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
Ability to travel in the US (10%-20%).

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting hardware-based technology deployments (security, IT infrastructure, telecom, industrial systems, etc.) (preferred).

Responsibilities

Source, negotiate, and manage vendor relationships for security and life-safety system hardware (cameras, access control devices, alarms, servers, networking equipment, etc.).
Establish long-term supplier partnerships, volume discounts, and vendor-managed inventory where appropriate.
Ensure high-quality, standardized components that support consistent system design.
Develop and execute a multi-site supply chain strategy that supports company growth, optimizes cash flow, and ensures quality project deployments
Lead structured negotiation processes with suppliers to secure net cost/price reductions and favorable terms and conditions, ensuring cost-effectiveness and reliability in the supply chain.
Build structured enterprise-wide approach; operationalize economies of scale, develop category strategies scalable processes to support enterprise clients and repeatable multi-site rollouts.
Track and improve supply chain KPIs (lead times, fill rates, inventory turns, supplier performance, cost savings).
Analyze total cost of ownership, negotiate pricing, and optimize spending across categories.
Build supply chain resilience, alternate sourcing plans, and risk-mitigation strategies.
Oversee inventory levels across all sites to reduce excess stock while maintaining customer service levels.
Ensure accurate BOM management and coordination with engineering and project management.
Manage national logistics to support distributed site installations.
Ensure timely delivery of materials to local warehouses and field teams.
Support rapid response for urgent jobs, service calls, and maintenance needs.
Partner with Engineering, PMO (Program Management Office), Project Managers, Operations, and Finance to align supply chain strategy with business and project goals.
Support standardization of components across all security system solutions and client programs.
Provide executive-level reporting on supply chain performance, forecasts, and risks.
Focus on excellence in everything you do and each interaction you have with all clients
Absorb the training. Make yourself an expert on our portfolio of solutions
Always understand that you are the face of the company to our customers
Every project and service call are different so you must enjoy variety in your workday
Work closely with Minuteman’s sales, management, and operations teams to best serve our customers
Turn challenges into opportunities