Manager Inventory & Product Management

O'Reilly Auto Parts • Headquarters, KY

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About The Position

Manager Inventory & Product Management is responsible for leading inventory processes and supporting product management initiatives across retail stores. This role focuses on optimizing inventory flow, improving operational processes, and driving efficiencies in areas such as annual inventory, cycle counting, stock accuracy, merchandising, planograms, and store returns. The position partners cross-functionally to implement system and process improvements that reduce costs, enhance service levels, and streamline store operations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management and supply chain processes.
• Experience working with inventory systems and operational workflows.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience using SQL or similar data tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to drive process improvements.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with O’Reilly store operations or similar retail environment.
• Experience with Zebra inventory systems or similar technologies.
• Background in large-scale process improvement or operational transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team responsible for executing inventory and product management initiatives across stores.
• Manage and optimize inventory processes including annual inventory, cycle counts, stock checks, merchandising standards, planograms, and store returns.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on inventory systems, processes, and operational workflows to identify and implement improvements.
• Drive process redesign and system enhancements to improve inventory accuracy, reduce administrative burden, and increase operational efficiency.
• Partner with Inventory Control, and Distribution Center Operations and other teams to align on inventory strategies and execution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to identify opportunities for operational efficiencies and improved store performance.
• Lead projects aimed at improving inventory flow, system utilization, and overall store productivity.
• Utilize data and systems (e.g., Zebra technologies, SQL, Microsoft tools) to analyze performance and support decision-making.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to inventory accuracy, operational efficiency, and cost management.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and development to team members.

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: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees