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Minuteman Security & Life Safety · 2 weeks ago

Director of Strategic Sourcing

Andover,MA,US

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

Minuteman Security & Life Safety is seeking an experienced Strategic Sourcing Director to lead end-to-end supply chain operations across multiple offices. This role involves overseeing procurement, supplier management, and logistics to ensure the reliable delivery of security technologies.

Physical SecurityProfessional ServicesSecurity

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

Qualification

Strategic sourcingVendor managementSupply chain strategyCost optimizationMulti-site operationsInventory managementNegotiation skillsAnalytical skillsContinuous improvement mindsetLeadership skillsCommunication skills