AlarMax Promotes Matt Ehrman to Senior Vice President, Supply Chain

Ehrman will lead all AlarMax national supply chain functions including purchasing, forecasting and vendor negotiations.
Published: October 27, 2025

PITTSBURGH AlarMax has promoted Matt Ehrman to senior vice president, supply chain, reflecting the company’s “commitment to building a world-class supply chain infrastructure to support its dealers, branches and vendor partners nationwide.”

Ehrman brings “decades of experience across security, distribution and retail channels, with “a reputation for forging high-impact supplier relationships and creating smarter, more responsive systems for inventory and fulfillment,” according to the AlarMax announcement.

Since joining AlarMax, he has been “instrumental in streamlining purchasing strategies, improving lead time predictability and helping ensure that the right products are available to customers when and where they need them,” the announcement says.

“We’re not just meeting demand; we’re anticipating it,” says Ehrman in the company announcement. “Our supply chain is becoming a true engine for growth and that only happens when you have strong vendor alignment, smart systems, and trusted partnerships. I’m grateful for the opportunity to lead a team that’s committed to continuous improvement.”

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Why Did AlarMax Promote Matt Ehrman?

In his expanded role, Ehrman will lead all national supply chain functions including purchasing, forecasting and vendor negotiations, with an emphasis on scale, speed, and service.

“Matt has a sharp instinct for what our customers need—and how to get it to them faster,” says Scott Shelander, president of AlarMax. “His strategic thinking, collaborative leadership style and deep experience in the channel make him an essential part of our future.”

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