Director, Supply Management - Indirect & Services

Director, Supply Management
- Indirect Spend & Services

Ameristar Perimeter Security USA, an ASSA ABLOY branded company, is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Director, Supply Management
- Indirect Spend & Service. The Indirect Category Manager is responsible for leading the strategic sourcing, category management, and supplier relationship management for all indirect spend categories across the Business Segment Perimeter Security
- Entrance Systems division. This role develops and executes sourcing strategies that optimize cost, quality, service, and innovation across areas such as facilities, MRO, professional services, IT/telecom, logistics, corporate services, and capital projects.

What you will be doing:

• Category Strategy & Sourcing
• Develop and implement multi-year category strategies for all major indirect spend areas.
• Conduct market analysis, spend assessments, and supplier evaluations to identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvement, and supplier consolidation.
• Lead competitive bid events (RFPs, RFQs, e-auctions), negotiations, contract development, and supplier onboarding.
• Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)
• Manage supplier performance through regular business reviews, KPIs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build strong strategic partnerships that support Entrance Systems' operational, engineering, and corporate objectives.
• Ensure suppliers meet standards for quality, delivery, compliance, and sustainability.
• Operational & Financial Impact
• Deliver measurable cost reductions, value creation, and budget alignment for indirect categories.
• Track performance against annual procurement goals and report results to senior leadership.
• Support capital expenditure procurement and ensure adherence to project timelines and objectives.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner closely with Engineering Services, Operations, HR, Facilities, IT, Finance, and Corporate Procurement teams.
• Influence stakeholders to drive adoption of preferred suppliers, standardized processes, and optimized category strategies.
• Support business area / segment procurement initiatives, including digital transformation and supplier risk management.
• Compliance & Governance
• Ensure procurement activities align with corporate policies, legal requirements, and ethical standards.
• Maintain contract documentation, supplier records, and purchase agreements.
• Support audits, risk assessments, and compliance reviews.

The skills and experience you need:

• Education & Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Finance, or related field required.
• 5+ years experience in indirect procurement, category management, or strategic sourcing.
• Experience with in manufacturing, industrial products, or engineered solutions environments preferred.
• Skills & Competencies
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Excellent analytical, financial modeling, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and drive change.
• Solid understanding of ERP systems, procurement platforms, and data analytics tools.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Preferred Certifications
• CPSM, CSCP, CPM, or equivalent procurement/supply chain certifications (preferred but not required).
• Success Indicators
• Year-over-year cost savings and value creation across indirect categories.
• Improved supplier performance and reduced supplier risk.
• Effective cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Increased contract coverage and spend under management.