Strategic Supply Chain Planner - Data-Driven & Impactful

GVW Parts, LLC; Highland Park (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + bonus

Medical, dental, vision, and life and

AD&D insurance

Short‑term and long‑term disability

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

High‑impact role with ownership

Job summary

Autocar Parts in Highland Park, IL is seeking a Supply Chain Planner who thrives on analytics, collaboration, and proactive decision‑making to ensure the right parts are available when customers need them.

You will manage a supplier base, optimize inventory, monitor schedules, and lead cross‑functional improvements. A Bachelor’s in a related field and 2+ years’ experience, plus strong Excel and communication skills, are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Mathematics, Business, or related field.
• 2+ years of supply chain planning experience, preferably in a distribution environment.
• Strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Self-starter who can work independently and adapt to changing priorities.
• Understanding of: Demand Planning, Inventory Planning, DRP, and safety stock.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute procurement activities with manufacturers and suppliers.
• Maintain relationships with domestic and international suppliers.
• Monitor production schedules, shipments, and open POs to ensure on-time delivery.
• Identify material availability risks and communicate them.
• Analyze planning data to improve forecasting and replenishment accuracy.
• Track orders and shipments in ERP systems.
• Lead monthly supplier collaboration meetings.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and projects.
• Manage supply and demand to meet inventory targets.

Skills

Analytical skills

Planning skills

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Self-starter

Adaptability

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain

Tools

NetSuite

BI tools

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Job description

Autocar Parts in Highland Park, IL is seeking a Supply Chain Planner who thrives on analytics, collaboration, and proactive decision‑making to ensure the right parts are available when customers need them.

You will manage a supplier base, optimize inventory, monitor schedules, and lead cross‑functional improvements. A Bachelor’s in a related field and 2+ years’ experience, plus strong Excel and communication skills, are expected.