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WORLDPAC · 3 days ago

Inventory Obsolescence Manager

Oakbrook Terrace, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$81K/yr - $108K/yr

5+ years exp

WORLDPAC is a market leader in automotive parts distribution, seeking an experienced Inventory Obsolescence Manager to reduce and manage slow-moving, obsolete, and excess inventory. The role involves leading disposition efforts, ensuring compliance, and implementing processes to prevent future inventory accumulation.

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Responsibilities

Measurable reduction in SLOB/E&O inventory levels and associated carrying costs

Documented, executed disposition plans and go-to-market strategies for targeted inventory categories

Regular, transparent reporting on disposition activity, value recovery, and process KPIs

Practical recommendations and implemented process improvements to minimize recurring SLOB/E&O

Complete compliance and audit-ready documentation for all disposition activities

SLOB & E&O Consolidation and Analysis

Review inventory and FY26 (and beyond) targets for obsolete, reserved, and dead stock

Analyze trends and root causes; lead corrective actions

Coordinate consolidation and physical transfers from branches and DCs to disposition locations

Ensure accurate tracking and documentation of inventory movements in AS400 (or other ERP)

Continuously improve processes to reduce future SLOB/E&O accumulation

Disposition Strategy & Execution

Develop and execute multiple disposition channels: discounted customer sales, vendor sell-back, approved donations, and compliant scrap/disposal

Identify and implement alternative channels (third-party resale, marketplaces, etc.) to maximize recovery value

Stakeholder Management

Collaborate with Operations, Purchasing, Finance, Accounting, Sales and Vendor Relations to align strategy and maintain transparency

Negotiate with vendors and third parties for buybacks, returns, or alternative disposition channels

Serve as the primary point of contact for all SLOB/E&O disposition matters; manage cross-functional projects

Compliance & Documentation

Ensure all activities comply with internal controls, audit requirements and environmental regulations

Maintain traceable documentation for inventory adjustments and disposals; reconcile with finance and accounting

Produce regular reports and maintain records of disposition activity, value recovered, and KPIs

Qualification

Inventory ManagementAnalytical SkillsERP/WMS SystemsNegotiation SkillsProject ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business or related field — or equivalent experience

5+ years of experience in inventory/materials management, supply chain or related operational roles, with extensive reserve and E&O management

Strong analytical skills and demonstrated ability to drive root-cause corrective actions

Excellent organizational, communication and negotiation skills

Experience with ERP/WMS systems (AS400, SAP, or similar)

Comfortable managing multiple projects and working cross-functionally; occasional travel to branches/DCs as needed

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Company

WORLDPAC

Worldpac is a distributor of automotive parts and accessories firm that offers services for repair shops and automotive businesses. It is a sub-organization of Advance Auto Parts.

Founded in 1995

Newark, California, USA

1001-5000 employees