Supply Chain Planning Manager

Gvw Group, Llc; Highland Park (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Performance-based bonuses

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with 4% company match

8 paid company holidays

Job summary

Gvw Group, Llc is seeking a Supply Chain Planning Manager to lead the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) process while managing material planning and inventory optimization. You will oversee inventory strategies and ensure optimal inventory levels to meet service performance.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in supply chain and 5-10 years of relevant experience. Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage and a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years in supply chain, planning, or purchasing leadership roles.
• Expertise in inventory strategy and material planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly SIOP process across demand and supply.
• Manage material planning strategy to align with demand signals.
• Monitor KPIs for fill rate and inventory turns.

Skills

Strong ERP experience

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field

Job description

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.