Project Manager
Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
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Job Summary
NAPA Chicago Distribution Center is excited to offer this unique NAPA vendor managed inventory opportunity in partnership with the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA).
The Role:
The Supply Chain Project Manager is a data-driven professional responsible for supporting end-to-end inventory procurement and operational performance through analysis and system management. This role owns key
reporting processes monitors inventory health and backorder performance ensures data accuracy across supply chain systems and delivers actionable insights that improve service levels inventory efficiency and overall operational effectiveness. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical capabilities with attention to detail and cross-functional collaboration to drive continuous improvement across the supply chain.
What youll be doing:
- Own and maintain supply chain data integrity across systems including price synchronization partavailability updates lead-time maintenance and ERP data validation (e.g. JDE Manhattan).
- Develop maintain and enhance operational KPI reporting including weekly dashboards and monthlymanagement reports translating data into actionable insights to improve fill rate productivity andservice performance.
- Analyze inventory performance and stock health including stock-outs obsolescence discontinue items inactive SKUs and category-level inventory trends.
- Monitor and manage backorder performance including active backorder review and follow-up analysisto improve product availability and customer satisfaction.
- Lead cycle count reporting and inventory accuracy analysis identifying root causes of discrepancies and partnering with operations to improve count integrity.
- Generate and analyze sales and demand trends including NAPA sales data commodity index trackingand category-level performance to support forecasting and replenishment decisions.
- Serve as a data and reporting resource to cross-functional teams supporting technical servicesoperations and leadership with ad hoc analysis and continuous process improvement initiatives
What youll need:
- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Business Finance Analytics or a related field (orequivalent work experience).
- Automotive aftermarket experience or parts knowledge preferred
- 25 years of experience in supply chain inventory analysis procurement support or operationsanalytics.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel including pivot tables lookups formulas and data analysisfunctions; experience building recurring KPI and management reports.
- SQL knowledge a plus
- Experience working within ERP systems (e.g. JDE or similar platforms) with demonstrated ability tomanage pricing lead times part availability and inventory data accurately.
- Experience analyzing inventory performance metrics including fill rate stock-outs obsolescence andbackorder management.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze large data sets and translate findings into actionable operationalrecommendations.
- Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple recurring reporting deadlines (weekly and monthly) while responding to adhoc data requests.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present data clearly to cross-functional stakeholders.
- Excellent cross-functional collaboration and communication skills with the ability to work effectivelywith buyers vendors IT and finance teams.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing demands and manage urgent or time-sensitive requests.
- Attention to detail and accuracy particularly in data entry system updates and documentationmanagement.
We offer a competitive starting salary of $68000for this position. Please note that total compensation may vary based on individual skills experience and qualifications. We believe in rewarding our employees fairly and encourage candidates to discuss their unique backgrounds during the interview process.
Benefits:
Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical dental and vision plans.
Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match.
Paid Time Off: Vacation personal days holidays sick days and paternal leave
Additional Perks: Employee stock purchase plan tuition reimbursement professional development opportunities and wellness programs.
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Required Experience:
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