Director, Supply Management

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions

. Lead the development and deployment of supply management policies across AEH .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeNew Haven • Connecticut • United StatesLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supply chain management, including procurement, logistics, and inventory management, while driving continuous improvement and strategic initiatives. Proven ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders, and optimize supplier relationships to enhance operational efficiency and compliance.

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Supply Chain ManagementLean Six SigmaInventory ManagementStrategic PlanningLeadership Development

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Hard Skills

ProcurementLogistics PlanningMaterials ManagementCost OptimizationKPI AnalysisProcess ImprovementQuality MetricsNegotiationFull-Cycle Supply Chain ManagementCompliance with EH&S Regulations

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsExecutive PresencePresentation SkillsCommunication SkillsMentoring

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeERP Systems

Industry Keywords

Supply Management PoliciesSupplier Terms and ConditionsContinuous Business ImprovementMatrixed EnvironmentCross-Functional Teams

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the development and deployment of supply management policies across AEH
Establish and enforce policies on supplier terms and conditions
Drive improvements in payment terms, cost, service, and inventory
Minimize supply risk and maintain compliance with EH&S regulations and policies
Lead logistics planning, materials management, inventory planning, freight cost optimization, scheduling, order planning and fulfillment, and indirect spend
Drive continuous business improvement using technology, labor, and asset solutions
Establish, analyze, and report supply chain KPIs and business and quality metrics
Establish annual strategic objectives, action plans, and critical success factors for each operating entity
Own material management goals including material throughput, part shortages, and inventory accuracy
Drive lean transformation and continuous improvement across procurement
Develop team members through mentoring, coaching, performance management, and career development
Partner with site teams to ensure inventory accuracy and continuous improvement
Build supplier relationships to improve quality, delivery, cost, and service
Support cross-functional teams in resolving quality issues
Report directly to the President of the Access & Egress Hardware Group
Perform additional duties and projects as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

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 thinking and confident, speedy execution
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

Benefits

Comp & perks

Regular feedback, training, and development opportunities
Career growth opportunities locally, regionally, or internationally
Diverse and inclusive teams
Opportunity to work for a global leader in access solutions