Inventory Control Manager

AI Fire is a leading provider of fire and life safety services in the U.S. offering national account services via its vendor network at Academy Fire and serving local and regional customers through Impact Fire’s employed technicians across 45+ district offices nationwide. AI Fire has completed over 45 acquisitions and will continue to build upon its well-established acquisition and integration model with its new private equity partner. Benefits of joining AI Fire When you join AI Fire you will receive: Competitive compensation Pay is on a weekly cycle, every Friday Career Advancement Opportunities Competitive benefits, including healthcare, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off and holidays Company paid short and long-term disability Immediately vested in our 401(k) company match Full-time employees participate in our Shared Ownership Program which offers a monetary bonus aligned to the company's long-term success. This program fosters an ownership mindset and ensures that every employee meaningfully shares in the success they help create. Exceptional guidance and support from our managers Collaborative culture & environment Opportunity to work alongside some of the best talent in the fire protection industry We’re Hiring: Inventory Control Manager AI Fire is searching for a remote Inventory Control Manager that will spearhead the transition to a perpetual inventory model across our 53+ districts. This is a high-visibility leadership role requiring an "ownership mindset" to standardize operations across a rapidly expanding, multi-site footprint. You will bridge the gap between field operations and corporate finance to ensure inventory integrity nationwide. What You’ll Do: Standardize SOPs: Develop and lead company-wide inventory controls and standard operating procedures across all existing and newly acquired districts. Operational Analysis: Monitor inventory data, variance reports, and shrinkage trends to identify root causes and implement corrective actions. Finance & Audit Alignment: Partner with Finance to manage valuation, reconciliations, and internal audit readiness for the inventory lifecycle. District Engagement: Travel to districts to lead cycle counts, conduct spot checks, and provide hands-on training to local teams on inventory best practices. KPI & Process Improvement: Drive the development of reporting tools and KPIs to optimize stock levels, accuracy, and operational efficiency. What We’re Looking For: 5+ years of experience in inventory control, warehouse management, or multi-site operations. Systems Expertise: Advanced Excel skills and professional experience with NetSuite or similar ERP systems. Implementation Experience: A proven track record of transitioning manual or periodic systems to perpetual inventory models. Independence & Adaptability: Ability to drive results independently across diverse district environments and manage the complexities of a high-growth business. Prior Fire & Life Safety inventory experience is a plus but not required. Travel Requirements: Up to 50% travel for ongoing district support. Successful completion of a drug test and pre-employment background screening is required. For consideration, please apply on-line. Employment with an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) including disability/veterans. Apply To This Job