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Description
At Autocar Parts, we fight for the customers’ needs. We invest in and grow businesses that disrupt their industries by putting the customers’ needs first. From big data to industrial manufacturing, we deliver tools that transform the work of the people that use them. We are privately owned and expect our team members to act with an owner mindset: Relentless about creating value for the customer. Dogged about finding efficiencies and eliminating waste. Standing arm in arm with the rest of the team until the job is done—and ready to do it again the next day, with a smile.
It is not easy to do things differently. But we do it—because we are passionate about improving our business and the lives of the people who use our tools.
Summary
The Supply Chain Planning Manager leads the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) process while owning material planning, inventory optimization, and item master data governance. Responsible for translating demand and supply signals into system-driven planning parameters that ensure optimal inventory levels, high service performance, and efficient network flow.
Location: Highland Park, IL
What We Offer
Competitive compensation that recognizes your skills, experience, and impact
Performance-based annual bonuses that reward results and contributions
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage to support your well-being
401(k) with a 4% company match to help you invest in your future
8 paid company holidays to rest, recharge, and maintain work-life balance
Key Responsibilities
Lead monthly SIOP process across demand, supply, and finance
Own inventory strategy including service levels, turns, and excess & obsolete inventory
Manage material planning strategy and ensure alignment with demand signals
Oversee transfer order strategy to balance inventory across locations
Own item master data and planning parameters (lead time, Min/Mult Qtys, reorder points, that are in line with the sourcing rules and negotiated terms)
Ensure system settings drive correct purchasing and inventory behavior that meet our business objectives
Monitor KPIs such as fill rate, back-orders, inventory value, inventory turns
Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, Product Marketing, and Finance
Lead and develop the SIOPs and Planning Team
Key Outcomes
SIOP decisions are effectively translated into system execution
Inventory is optimized across the network
Service levels are achieved with minimal excess inventory
Planning parameters accurately drive purchasing and transfers
Requirements
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, or related experience
Experience
5–10+ years in supply chain, planning, or purchasing leadership roles
Strong ERP and data analytics experience
Job Duties Disclaimer
The duties and responsibilities outlined here are representative but not exhaustive of the tasks that the employee may be required to perform. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other tasks as necessary to meet business needs.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Autocar Parts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Reasonable Accommodations (ADA Compliance)
Autocar Parts complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Employees who require assistance or accommodation should contact Human Resources.
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Worksite address
highland park, IL, 60035, US
Who can apply
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