Supply Chain Planning Manager

Autocar Parts LLC; Highland Park (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus program

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

8 paid holidays

Job summary

Autocar Parts LLC seeks a Supply Chain Planning Manager in Highland Park, IL to lead the SIOP process and own material planning. You will optimize inventory, improve service levels, and align demand signals with planning parameters across the network.

The role requires 5–10+ years in supply chain leadership, strong ERP and data analytics skills, and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. This on-site position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or related field.
• 5–10+ years in supply chain, planning, or purchasing leadership roles.
• Strong ERP and data analytics experience.

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 align 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).
• Ensure system settings drive correct purchasing and inventory behavior.
• 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.

Skills

Supply chain leadership

Planning

Purchasing leadership

ERP systems

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain or related field

Tools

ERP software

Job description

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.