Inventory Manager

AutoNation

. Partner with product and category managers, procurement, marketing, dealership associates, field leadership, and internal business stakeholders to execute purchasing, sales, and inventory stocking strategies for aftermarket parts and accessories .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $82,500 - $137,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in inventory management and strategy, utilizing advanced data analysis and reporting tools to optimize parts inventory levels and improve stocking strategies. Proficient in stakeholder communication and collaboration to ensure inventory accuracy and address operational challenges.

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Inventory ManagementData AnalysisCDK ProficiencyMS Excel ExpertiseStatistical Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Inventory ManagementData AnalysisStatistical AnalysisSQLExcelPowerPointAccessKPI ReportingStocking StrategySales Trend Analysis

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsCritical Thinking

Tools & Technologies

CDKMS ExcelPowerPointAccessSQL

Industry Keywords

Aftermarket PartsE-CommerceProduct ManagementInventory AccuracySales Channels

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with product and category managers, procurement, marketing, dealership associates, field leadership, and internal business stakeholders to execute purchasing, sales, and inventory stocking strategies for aftermarket parts and accessories
Coordinate and monitor parts inventory levels nationwide for assigned parts lines, including dealership inventory and e-commerce
Assess product stocking positions and identify opportunities for improvement
Derive stocking models for individual locations using historical sales data, industry trends, and demand
Evaluate competitive purchases and create action plans for assigned categories
Maintain repositories of historical parts inventories and purchases for non-stocked items
Compare sales and inventory trends to previous periods and recommend stock increases or decreases
Report on sell-through opportunities for aged and non-conforming inventory positions
Develop measurement tools and recurring reporting practices to identify changing market trends
Communicate proactively with store leadership and parts teams to ensure inventory accuracy and address inventory-related issues
Communicate recommendations, trends, and compliance updates to stakeholders
Support Product Management, Customer Service, E-Commerce, and Sourcing teams
Generate reports and administer KPI dashboards
Report to the Director, AutoNation Parts Operations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in business, analytics, engineering, or data
Minimum of 5 years of experience in inventory management and strategy
Demonstrated experience using CDK to manage parts inventory, process adjustments, generate reports, and maintain inventory accuracy across multiple store locations
Expertise in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Access/SQL
Advanced proficiency in relational databases (SQL, Access)
Advanced proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and graphs
Knowledge of descriptive and inferential statistics
Has held Parts Manager, Assistant Part Manager, or Parts Wholesale Manager positions
Basic familiarity with product management
Basic familiarity with marketing and online sales channels
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong data analysis skills
Ability to think critically and take appropriate action as needed
Master's degree in business, analytics, engineering, or data and 10 years of experience in inventory management and strategy (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation and 401k matching
Insurance plans (health, dental, vision)
Maternity benefits
Associate purchase and discount programs for new and pre-owned vehicles, services, parts, collision, accessories, and AutoGear
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