Director, Supply Management, AEHG

ASSA ABLOY•New Haven, CT

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director, Supply Management leads the development and execution of the supply management and supply chain strategy for the Access & Egress Hardware Group (AEH). This role is responsible for building strong functional capabilities, improving supply base performance, optimizing inventory and cost, mitigating supply risk, and driving consistent supply chain practices across the group. AEH operates within a decentralized, multi-site organizational structure. The Director provides direct leadership to the Category Management, Supplier Quality, and Inventory/Sourcing functions, while providing functional leadership and strategic direction to Supply Chain Managers across AEH operating locations through dotted-line relationships. Site Supply Chain Managers maintain their local reporting relationships while partnering closely with the Director to execute group-wide strategies, standards, priorities, and performance objectives. The Director will also establish supply chain best practices and train sites on their adoption, particularly for emerging technologies. Success in this role requires an accomplished supply chain leader who can influence without direct authority, create alignment across independently operated locations, and build strong relationships with site leaders and cross-functional partners. The Director must balance the development of consistent group-wide strategies and standards with the unique operational requirements of each business and location. Based in New Haven, CT, this position reports directly to the President of the Access & Egress Hardware Group.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field required
Minimum of 10 years of experience in full-cycle supply chain management, including procurement and logistics
Demonstrated success leading in a matrixed, multi-site environment and influencing without direct authority
Strategic thinker who executes with confidence and speed
Proven ability to engage and influence effectively at the highest levels of the organization
Knowledge of and experience with Lean, Six Sigma, operations, and inventory management
Strong executive presence with excellent presentation, written and verbal communication skills
Strong leadership capabilities and interpersonal skills
Strong negotiation skills
Demonstrated track record of successful process, productivity, quality and cost improvements
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems
Ability to travel approximately 30%, including international travel

Nice To Haves

advanced degree preferred
experience with supply chain analytics tools preferred

Responsibilities

Lead the development and deployment of supply management policies across AEH
Establish and enforce policy on supplier terms and conditions
Drive improvements in payment terms, cost, service, and inventory
Minimize supply risk and maintain compliance with environmental, health, and safety (EH&S) regulations and policies
Lead all supply chain activities within AEH, including logistics planning, materials management, inventory planning, freight cost optimization, scheduling, order planning and fulfillment, and indirect spend
Drive continuous business improvement processes using technology, labor and asset solutions to improve service levels, cost position, and productivity
Establish, analyze, and report on supply chain key performance indicators (KPIs) and business and quality metrics, and implement programs to monitor performance
Establish annual strategic objectives, action plans, and critical success factors for each operating entity in the group
Own the material management goals for AEH, such as material throughput, part shortages, and inventory accuracy, and implement plans to achieve them
Drive lean transformation throughout the supply chain and continuous improvement across the procurement process
Develop team members through mentoring, coaching, performance management, and ongoing career development
Maintain the privacy and confidentiality of information, protect the assets of the organization, act with ethics and integrity, report non-compliance and adhere to all applicable laws and regulations
Partner with site teams to ensure inventory accuracy and drive continuous improvement
Build effective supplier relationships that drive improvements in quality, delivery, cost, and service
Support cross-functional teams in resolving quality issues with internal and external partners
Perform additional duties and projects as assigned