Analyst, Inventory Deployment and Channel Strategy

Genuine Parts Company is hiring an Inventory Deployment and Channel Strategy Analyst to support inventory optimization, deployment across channels, and service-level performance across the NAPA network. The role uses data and analysis to improve inventory flow, customer availability, and inventory decisions while partnering with planning, distribution, and store teams.

What you'll do:

• Analysis of investment and timing to implement newly stocked skus into stores
• Monitor key inventory metrics including fill rate, in-stock percentage, inventory turns, weeks of supply, excess inventory, and service levels
• Identify inventory opportunities and risks through proactive analysis
• Support replenishment and inventory planning activities to improve inventory productivity and customer service
• Recommend actions to improve inventory health and network performance
• Develop, maintain, and enhance inventory reporting and dashboards
• Analyze large datasets to identify trends, opportunities, and root causes
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of inventory and performance reporting
• Translate analytical findings into actionable business recommendations
• Support recurring KPI reporting and performance reviews
• Investigate inventory and service performance issues
• Identify drivers of fill rate gaps, inventory shortages, and excess inventory

What they're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or related field required
• 1-3 years of experience in inventory planning, replenishment, supply chain, merchandising, analytics, finance, or related disciplines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience working with large datasets and reporting tools
• Ability to communicate analytical findings effectively
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Experience in retail, distribution, automotive aftermarket, or supply chain environments
• Experience with inventory planning or replenishment systems
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or other analytics tools
• Knowledge of inventory optimization concepts and forecasting methodologies
• Experience supporting cross-functional business initiatives

Benefits:

• Hybrid work arrangement.