Manager of Equipment and Inventory presso SmartSource

SmartSource^®, an ABCOM Technology Group company, has more than 35 years of experience serving clients' business technology needs in the events, staffing, legal, government, finance, education, entertainment, and meeting production industries. The company provides service throughout North America through its fully staffed and equipped offices in major metropolitan markets. SmartSource draws from its extensive inventory of IT, AV, and interactive technologies to deliver solutions as varied as computers for contract staff, office equipment for temporary spaces, or multi-story video walls for trade shows and events. The SmartSource team is passionate about leveraging its expertise to empower clients to excel.

SmartSource will afford you an exciting career opportunity. We offer a fast-paced and dynamic work environment. Most importantly, you will be provided with the support and environment to excel and succeed with an industry leading company. If you are enthusiastic, highly motivated and looking for a great opportunity, we encourage you to apply today.

 Job Summary:

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Manager to oversee our entire portfolio of rental technology equipment. Reporting to the Director of Logistics and Fulfillment, this role will be responsible for driving efficiency, minimizing loss, and maximizing the value of our assets throughout their lifecycle. You will develop and implement asset management strategies, oversee inventory control processes, and lead a geographically dispersed team of asset and inventory professionals working across multiple locations. 

This is a high-impact role for a leader who can bridge operational detail with strategic vision, ensuring our customers receive quality equipment—on time, every time. 

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute asset management strategies to optimize return on investment and reduce loss, theft, or obsolescence. 
• Supervise all phases of inventory management — from receipt and tracking to deployment, return, and storage. 
• Implement and oversee robust systems for asset tracking, maintenance, and condition reporting. 
• Partner with sales, logistics, and operations teams to forecast demand and optimize asset deployment. 
• Establish and enforce procedures for accuracy, integrity, and loss prevention. 
• Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts for equipment acquisition and servicing. 
• Track performance metrics (including KPIs) and provide regular reporting using tools such as Power BI. 
• Lead, mentor, and develop a geographically distributed team, fostering strong communication, accountability, and collaboration across locations. 
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and company operational guidelines. 
• Drive continuous process improvement to increase efficiency and asset longevity. 

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, logistics, operations, or a related field (MBA preferred). Commensurate work experience is acceptable. 
• Significant experience in asset and/or inventory management, preferably in an equipment rental or technology-based environment. 
• Proven track record of managing inventory systems, analytics, and risk mitigation strategies. 
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and leadership abilities, including managing remote or multi-location teams. 
• Proficiency with Power BI and other reporting tools. 
• Exceptional problem-solving skills with attention to detail. 

If you are passionate about maximizing asset performance, driving operational excellence, and leading high-performing teams across locations, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and play a key role in delivering our customers the best in rental technology solutions.

SmartSource is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. SmartSource does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including non-binary/third gender), transgender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or affectional preference, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, military status, marital status, or status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. SmartSource makes reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Rehabilitation Act, and applicable state and local laws.