Director of Strategic Sourcing at Minuteman Security Technologies Inc

Andover, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain Management, Vendor Management, Procurement, Logistics, Cost Optimization, Negotiation, Inventory Management, Kitting, Multi-Site Operations, Risk Management, Performance Tracking, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Continuous Improvement, Analytical Skills, Leadership

Industry

Security and Investigations

Description

Description Job Overview Summary 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. What we like about you: 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. Experience supporting hardware-based technology deployments (security, IT infrastructure, telecom, industrial systems, etc.) (preferred). 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%). Responsibilities: · Own It: Focus on excellence in everything you do and each interaction you have with all clients · Learn: Absorb the training. Make yourself an expert on our portfolio of solutions · Represent: Always understand that you are the face of the company to our customers · Diversity: Every project and service call are different so you must enjoy variety in your workday · Work as One Team: Work closely with Minuteman’s sales, management, and operations teams to best serve our customers · Find a way: Turn challenges into opportunities · Play To Win. What success looks like: Reduced material costs without sacrificing quality or reliability. Standardized and scalable supply chain processes across all branches. Strong, reliable supplier relationships supporting long-term company growth. Improved inventory accuracy, turnover, and project readiness across all sites. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement Minuteman Security & Life Safety is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability or genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Minuteman Security & Life Safety provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of these protected characteristics. Further, Minuteman Security & Life Safety takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants and employees are treated without regard to any of these protected characteristics in all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and separation from employment. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Drug-Free Workplace Statement Minuteman Security Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that offers a smoke-free and drug-free workplace.

Responsibilities

The Director of Strategic Sourcing will lead end-to-end supply chain operations, overseeing procurement, supplier management, and logistics to ensure reliable delivery of security technologies. They will also develop and execute supply chain strategies to optimize cash flow and support company growth.