Full-Time
Manager, AI Enablement
Posted on 9/14/2026
O'Reilly Auto Parts
10,001+ employees
Automotive parts retailer with nationwide stores
No salary listed
Springfield, MO, USA
In Person
On-site position; remote work is not an option.
Bachelor's
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- Experience leading AI, automation, digital transformation, enterprise AI platform management, technology governance, or related technology initiatives.
- Demonstrated success leading technical teams and developing talent within a complex and evolving technology environment.
- Strong working knowledge of AI technologies, generative AI capabilities, architecture and integration patterns, and AI evaluation and operational-quality practices, with the ability to apply them within business operations.
- Knowledge of AI governance, privacy, information security, vendor risk management, identity and access management, and regulatory compliance practices.
- Ability to evaluate business needs and translate them into scalable technology solutions that balance innovation, risk, and operational value.
- Experience establishing standards, processes, and enablement practices that improve the consistent adoption of AI and other applicable technology solutions.
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Experience managing multiple priorities, balancing competing demands, and driving results through cross-functional teams.
- Develop and maintain the enterprise AI governance framework with Legal, GRC, Privacy, Information Security, and business partners, including AI use-case classification standards, approval pathways, risk-tiering, and readiness practices.
- Establish and oversee a centralized enterprise AI intake and portfolio-management process for AI initiatives across the organization.
- Drive a federated model for AI adoption and solution delivery by enabling Technology and business teams with approved platforms, standards, solution patterns, and skill development.
- Provide centralized governance, portfolio visibility, and reporting to monitor AI use, adoption, benefits, risk signals, and cost and consumption trends.
- Define and maintain common AI platform and solution patterns, implementation standards, evaluation requirements, controls, and templates.
- Lead the development and continuous improvement of repeatable enablement and delivery patterns for approved enterprise AI platforms and technologies.
- Partner with business leaders to identify and assess opportunities for automation and AI-enabled process improvement.
- Lead AI use-case discovery with business stakeholders, apply approved solution patterns, and communicate the benefits, risks, and limitations of AI capabilities.
- Define AI-specific identity, access, and security requirements for agents, integrations, and platform services.
- Partner with FinOps and platform owners to monitor AI usage, licensing, and consumption trends; support forecasting, showback, optimization, and periodic value reviews.
- Maintain a catalog of approved AI use cases, prototypes, and production services.
- Coordinate AI initiative lifecycle practices, including design, evaluation, readiness, and reassessment.
- Establish performance measures and reporting for adoption, effectiveness, value realization, and operational performance of AI solutions.
- Evaluate emerging AI technologies and lead continuous improvement efforts that strengthen AI capabilities, governance, and business outcomes.
- Lead and develop a geographically distributed team by establishing clear expectations, building technical capability, and fostering collaboration across global locations.
- Coordinate AI-specific evaluation, governance, and readiness practices with Information Security, Privacy, Legal, GRC, and business partners to support compliance.
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or a related field; equivalent relevant working experience will be considered.
- Experience with enterprise AI platforms, automation tools, AI application-development services, and related technologies.
- Experience supporting AI adoption, change management, and enterprise enablement programs.
- Familiarity with AI architecture, agent frameworks, and AI platform management concepts.
O’Reilly Auto Parts sells aftermarket automotive parts, tools, and accessories to both everyday drivers and professional mechanics through a network of over 6,100 stores. Customers purchase items in-person or online, supported by a distribution system that ensures parts are available for a wide variety of vehicle makes and models. The company distinguishes itself by balancing retail sales with a heavy focus on serving professional installers and jobbers through high service levels and consistent part quality. Its goal is to become the dominant supplier in the automotive aftermarket by providing the best combination of price and service to every customer.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Springfield, Illinois
Founded
1957
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Q2 2026 sales reached $4.89 billion, up 8%, with net income $715 million.
- O'Reilly opened 110 net new stores in 2026, targeting 225 to 235.
- Ultra Premium DEF launches nationwide, deepening diesel-category relevance and basket size.
What critics are saying
- EEOC sued O'Reilly June 23, 2026 over disability discrimination at Belleville, Michigan.
- Another EEOC suit targets Orlando sexual harassment and retaliation, damaging employer brand.
- A $10 billion Genuine Parts bid fight threatens focus, discipline, and capital returns.
What makes O'Reilly Auto Parts unique
- 6,500-store footprint spans the U.S., Puerto Rico, Mexico, and Canada, driving convenience.
- 2026 guidance raises comparable sales to 4%-6% and operating margin to 19.3%-19.8%.
- Colin Yankee joined July 13, 2026, strengthening inventory and transportation execution.
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Company News
Introducing next generation diesel exhaust fluid - Ultra Premium DEF. September 1, 2026 Hot Shot's Secret(TM), the fastest-growing performance chemical brand in the USA, introduces Ultra Premium DEF(TM), a next-generation diesel exhaust fluid with patent-pending additive technology that stabilizes the fluid, helps clean the SCR system, and protects it from crystal buildup. The first rollout of Ultra Premium DEF will begin soon at O'Reilly Auto Parts stores nationwide. SCR-related fault codes can cause downtime, lost revenue, and costly repairs. When used as directed, Ultra Premium DEF improves reliability, provides long-term Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) protection, and can clear many DEF/SCR OBD trouble codes, including P20EE, P20EF, P204F, P207F, P20E8, and P218F. "Innovation has always been at the heart of Hot Shot's Secret, and we had no interest in bringing another commodity DEF to market," says Hot Shot's Secret Brand Manager Josh Steinmetz. "Our team saw an opportunity to do something better. By incorporating our patent-pending Premium DEFender(TM) technology directly into the fluid, we created a product designed to help protect the SCR system while supporting long-term performance and reliability." As an API (American Petroleum Institute) certified DEF, Ultra Premium DEF is recommended for any diesel vehicle or equipment with an SCR system, including pickups, cars, vans, semi-trucks, agricultural and construction equipment, and industrial applications. Made with high-grade synthetic urea and triple-filtered for purity, it exceeds industry standards for DEF fluid. Lubrication Specialties President Brett Tennar adds, "While most know Hot Shot's Secret for fuel and oil additives, we actually develop a broad range of products - oils, specialty products, greases, and maintenance solutions. This expertise gives us a unique understanding of diesel systems and why we've earned the reputation as 'The Diesel Experts.' This launch reflects the hard work and dedication of teams across our company, and we are very excited for our partnership with O'Reilly Auto Parts to bring this innovation to diesel owners nationwide."
EFG International AG bought a new stake in O’Reilly Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:ORLY – Free Report) in the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm bought 13,557 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock, valued at approximately $1,248,000. A number of other hedge funds have also recently […]
O'Reilly Automotive (ORLY) has just raised over US$1.6b through several fixed rate senior unsecured note offerings. This fresh financing is an important development for investors tracking the company’s capital structure. See our latest analysis for O'Reilly Automotive. At a share price of US$91.05, O'Reilly Automotive has seen short term weakness with a 1-day share price return that declined 1.65% and a 7-day share price return that declined 2.65%. However, momentum over the past month looks...
O'Reilly Automotive (ORLY) raises guidance - can margins keep up with growth? Published on august 3, 2026 at 4:38 pm by ali ahmed in news. O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:ORLY) recently reported solid financial results for the second quarter of 2026. For the quarter ended June 30, 2026, sales increased by $367 million, or 8%, to $4.89 billion from $4.53 billion in the same period last year. Gross profit also increased 8% to $2.52 billion compared to the same period one year ago, while the gross margin remained unchanged at 51.4% of sales. Despite the strong quarterly performance, some Wall Street analysts lowered their price targets on O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:ORLY) while keeping their positive ratings on the stock. Morgan Stanley cut its price target from $112 to $108 and maintained its Overweight rating. The research firm said the company's second-quarter results were broadly in line with expectations and believes its underlying earnings power remains intact. DA Davidson also reduced its price target on O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:ORLY) to $106 from $114 while keeping its Buy rating. The firm noted that the company indicated it is not pursuing a deal with GPC, with both companies now stepping away from the transaction. According to DA Davidson, the market had not reacted favorably to the potential deal. DA Davidson noted that O'Reilly Automotive, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:ORLY) selling, general, and administrative expenses pressure have reached their peak, which should support stronger incremental margins. The firm also pointed out that the company's implied guidance for the second half of 2026 could prove to be conservative even as it navigates margin pressure. The company's latest results showed continued operational strength. Net income increased 7% year-over-year to reach $715.1 million, even though net margin slightly dropped down to 14.6% from 14.8%. Interest expense increased from $57.3 million to $69.9 million, partially offsetting higher operating profit. O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:ORLY) also raised its outlook for 2026 and now expects revenue of $18.9 billion to $19.2 billion with operating margins ranging between 19.3% and 19.8%. The company continued to expand its stores and return capital to shareholders. O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:ORLY) has opened 110 net new stores across North America so far in 2026 and remains on track to achieve its goal of opening 225 to 235 net new stores this year. During the second quarter, the company repurchased 16.7 million shares of its common stock at an average price of $90.40 per share, investing a total of $1.51 billion. While O'Reilly Automotive, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:ORLY) latest results and higher guidance support its near-term outlook, investors still face some risks as the investment case for the stock depends on steady demand for aftermarket parts, disciplined store expansion, and effective cost management. If the company can deliver on its updated 2026 revenue and margin guidance, it could be the biggest near-term catalyst. However, rising wage costs, tariffs, and increasing supply chain complexity could continue to pressure margins. The company also remains exposed to potential tariff or sourcing changes that could pressure product costs. In addition, inflation-driven increases in store-level wages and occupancy expenses remain key risks that investors should look out for. Hedge fund interest in O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:ORLY) has also slightly weakened recently. According to Insider Monkey's database of elite hedge funds, 67 hedge funds held positions in the company in the first quarter of 2026, down from 69 funds in the fourth quarter of 2025. Its competitor, AutoZone, Inc. (NYSE:AZO), saw an even larger decline in hedge fund ownership, with the number of hedge funds falling from 74 to 63 over the same period. Short interest points to a relatively more favorable view of O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:ORLY). As of July 15, 2.79% of the company's float was sold short, compared with 3.40% for AutoZone, Inc. (NYSE:AZO). The lower level of short interest indicates that investors are placing fewer bearish bets against O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:ORLY) than against its rival. Overall, O'Reilly's strong comparable sales, higher guidance, store expansion, and aggressive buybacks support the bull case. However, the key question is whether this growth can translate into stronger incremental margins in the second half of the year. While we acknowledge the potential of ORLY to grow, our conviction lies in the belief that some AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns and have limited downside risk. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than ORLY and that has 100x upside potential, check out our report about the cheapest AI stock.
O'Reilly Auto Parts to open in former David's Bridal space. TUPELO - The former David's Bridal store in The Shops at Barnes Crossing has a new tenant taking its spot. O'Reilly Auto Parts is opening in the location, said Alex Wilson, a broker with Flowood-based commercial real estate brokerage and management services company NAI UCR. When it opens, the location will be the third O'Reilly store in Tupelo. Wilson said O'Reilly is opening in what he described as "one the strongest retail corridors in North Mississippi" on North Gloster. * Get the latest local and national business news from Daily Journal Business Editor Dennis Seid in this exclusive Facebook group. "We had a number of different types of retailers interested following David's Bridal's nationwide closures, but the landlord saw O'Reilly as the best fit to back-fill the space," he said. Wilson also noted there are other properties up for grabs. "We still have a few other retail options available in Tupelo including the former Bed Bath & Beyond and Han's Beauty within the same center at Shops at Barnes Crossing, as well as the West Main Walmart shadow center, and a high-end former Tupelo Grillehouse restaurant space in Downtown Tupelo." He added that there have been discussions with several prospects on the spaces "but have not been able to get a deal across the finish line with any of them yet." The Shops at Barnes Crossing opened in 2005, with Bed Bath & Beyond as an anchor tenant of the nearly 75,000-square-foot retail center. BBB closed nationwide in 2023.