International Merchandise Manager

O'Reilly Auto Parts • Headquarters, KY

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About The Position

The International Merchandise Manager supports the Director of International Merchandise and the in-country Merchandise teams on the critical projects necessary to develop and enact tools, processes, and business strategies that align with the U.S. operation. They are responsible for overseeing projects from planning through completion, establishing organizational strategies that will achieve stated goals, and creating accountability for responsible parties. They will work within the U.S. Merchandise team and across various supply chain departments to align strategies and processes, and to facilitate collaboration. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Project Management & Leading Meetings Establish the stated objectives, critical understandings, and obstacles related to any given project Establish time bound deliverables and responsible parties to meet objectives Measure performance and ensure stakeholder accountability Maintain project tracking and provide summary level status updates Process Documentation and Training Assist in the development of process documentation for new or changing processes Identify process gaps and opportunities to enhance existing processes Business Analysis and Collaboration Support in-country business opportunities through reporting and Ad Hoc analysis Coordinate with U.S. teams and suppliers to align business strategies and facilitate collaboration

Requirements

• B.S. or B.B.A in Business Administration
• Self-motivated to high levels of achievement
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and planning abilities
• Team player with strong interpersonal, collaboration, and negotiation skills
• Ability to establish time bound deliverables and accountability throughout the course of a project
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to see both strategic and tactical sides of projects
• Willingness to travel internationally
• Ability to work in a fast paced and dynamic work environment
• Ability to aggressively pursue progress and create solutions to issues as they arise
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word, Point

Nice To Haves

• Automotive aftermarket experience strongly preferred but not required
• B.S. or B.B.A with a concentration in General Business, Marketing or Finance
• 1-2 years of related experience in Merchandise, Category Management, or other supply chain role
• Technological proficiency and digital fluency with a demonstrated ability to serve as a functional liaison between business stakeholders and IT/data management teams
• Experience with Project Management tools
• Experience with Confluence, Jira, and other tools used in project management and documentation
• Bilingual skills in French or Spanish are advantageous

Responsibilities

• Project Management & Leading Meetings Establish the stated objectives, critical understandings, and obstacles related to any given project
• Establish time bound deliverables and responsible parties to meet objectives
• Measure performance and ensure stakeholder accountability
• Maintain project tracking and provide summary level status updates
• Process Documentation and Training Assist in the development of process documentation for new or changing processes
• Identify process gaps and opportunities to enhance existing processes
• Business Analysis and Collaboration Support in-country business opportunities through reporting and Ad Hoc analysis
• Coordinate with U.S. teams and suppliers to align business strategies and facilitate collaboration

Benefits

• Competitive Wages & Paid Time Off
• Stock Purchase Plan & 401k with Employer Contributions Starting Day One
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Team Member Health/Wellbeing Programs
• Tuition Educational Assistance Programs
• Opportunities for Career Growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees