Inventory Management

Overview Location : Atlanta (Cumberland/Vinings) - 4 days in office, 1 day remote This is a highly visible leadership opportunity within NAPA’s Inventory Planning & Replenishment team. The Senior Manager will lead a team responsible for inventory optimization, supplier performance, service levels, and working capital management across a critical portfolio of imported products. As NAPA continues investing in supply chain transformation, advanced planning capabilities, and process improvement initiatives, this leader will have the opportunity to drive meaningful change, develop talent, influence key business decisions, and help shape the future of one of North America’s largest automotive aftermarket supply chains. Client overview NAPA Auto Parts distributes automotive replacement parts, accessories, and service items throughout the U.S. More than 800,000 parts are sold under the NAPA brand, as well as Key National Brands. NAPA is widely recognized for quality parts, service, and knowledgeable people, with 20,000+ employees throughout the United States. Its stores and distribution centers sell to both the retail and commercial automotive aftermarket customers covering all domestic and foreign motor vehicle models. NAPA is a leading automotive aftermarket distributor and a wholly owned subsidiary of Genuine Parts Company (NYSE: GPC), a $23.5B global distribution leader known for its financial strength, operational excellence, and long-term growth. GPC recently announced plans to separate its Automotive and Industrial businesses into two independent public companies by 2027, with NAPA becoming the standalone Automotive platform. This strategic separation will enable sharper focus, increased agility, and targeted investment within each business, positioning NAPA to accelerate growth and innovation across the automotive aftermarket. NAPA’s culture is strengthened by a commitment to diversity and inclusion. The goal is to create a culture where they value, respect, and provide fair treatment and equal opportunities for all employees. Functions and responsibilities The Senior Manager, Inventory Planning & Replenishment, serves as a strategic leader responsible for balancing customer service, inventory productivity, supplier performance, and working capital objectives across an assigned portfolio of products. This individual will lead a team of Senior Analysts and Analysts responsible for inventory planning, replenishment, forecasting, and supplier management activities while partnering closely with Merchandising, Sales, Suppliers, and Supply Chain leadership. Lead and develop a team of Senior Analysts and Analysts responsible for inventory planning, replenishment execution, supplier management, and inventory optimization Drive achievement of key performance metrics including service levels, fill rates, inventory turns, inventory health, excess inventory reduction, and working capital performance Develop inventory stocking and replenishment strategies that optimize customer service while improving inventory productivity Partner with Category Management, Sales, Suppliers, and Supply Chain leadership to align inventory strategies with overall business objectives Own supplier performance management activities including scorecards, service reviews, inventory planning discussions, and accountability initiatives Support new product introductions, supplier transitions, promotional activities, and seasonal inventory planning efforts Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, talent development, and data-driven decision making Represent Supply Chain in business planning discussions and communicate inventory performance and recommendations to leadership Professional qualifications The ideal candidate will bring a strong combination of inventory planning expertise, leadership capability, business acumen, and analytical strength. This individual will possess the ability to influence stakeholders across multiple functions while operating effectively in a fast-paced and evolving environment. Qualifications include: 10+ years of supply chain, inventory planning, replenishment, logistics, operations, or related experience 5+ years of leadership experience managing high-performing teams Demonstrated experience within inventory planning and replenishment, demand planning, supply planning, forecasting, inventory optimization Experience managing inventory performance metrics including service levels, inventory turns, working capital, and excess inventory Experience working within complex distribution, retail, manufacturing, automotive aftermarket, or consumer products environments Experience supporting imported products, long-lead-time supply chains, global sourcing, or supplier-driven inventory models preferred Strong analytical capabilities including scenario modeling, forecasting, inventory analysis, and business case development Advanced Excel skills required; experience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar business intelligence tools preferred Personal qualifications We seek a collaborative, results-oriented leader who thrives in an environment of change and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will combine strong leadership skills with business judgment, intellectual curiosity, and a passion for developing people. The candidate’s personal characteristics should include: Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization High energy with a self-starter mentality and ability to manage multiple priorities Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to organize and present ideas and the ability to foster collaborative relationships Demonstrates confidence, accountability, and a willingness to challenge the status quo while building consensus Strong influencing skills working cross-functionally with other departments, field management, as well as leadership Financially savvy with the ability to balance service, inventory investment, and working capital objectives Bachelor's degree required ; Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Engineering, Finance, or related discipline preferred. MBA or advanced degree a plus. NAPA offers an attractive compensation package that includes a competitive base salary commensurate with experience and bonus based upon individual performance and corporate results. #J-18808-Ljbffr