Data Quality & Process Governance Analyst

Advance Auto Parts; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Advance Auto Parts in Raleigh, NC seeks a Merchandising Data Quality & Process Governance Analyst to drive data integrity across SKU and vendor lifecycles. You will lead data health initiatives, develop vendor scorecards, and govern end-to-end workflows from onboarding to lifecycle management.

The role requires evaluating data quality, guiding improvements, and partnering with Merchandising to ensure data strategies align with product lifecycle objectives.

Qualifications

• Foundational understanding of Data Governance, Data Quality, and Master Data Management (MDM) principles in retail/supply chain.
• Ability to translate complex data issues into actionable business insights and perform root-cause analysis.
• Experience in governing workflows to maximize data accuracy and minimize operational friction.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to drive compliance and organizational change.

Responsibilities

• Data Quality Management: Perform daily audits and root-cause analysis for data defects in SKU and vendor master data; lead remediation efforts to ensure data health.
• Vendor ContentScorecarding: Develop and distribute vendor data health scorecards; monitor supplier data standards and support seamless integration.
• Process Governance: Manage end-to-end workflows for SKU onboarding and vendor setup; identify friction points and suggest process improvements.
• SOPs: Maintain documentation for merchandising data processes and ensure alignment with governance policies.
• Merchandising Partnership: Serve as a technical liaison to align data strategies with product lifecycle management.
• KPI Reporting: Track and report process health and data quality metrics to leadership.

Skills

Data Governance

Data Quality

MDM principles

Root Cause Analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Information Management, or Business Administration

Tools

SQL

Excel

Job description

Job Description

Job Summary: The Merchandising Data Quality & Process Governance Analyst executes the tactical roadmap for data integrity and process excellence. This role focuses on the end-to-end SKU and vendor lifecycle, ensuring that merchandising workflows are followed and that the data powering product and supplier relationships is business-ready to drive operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data Quality Management: Perform daily audits and root-cause analysis for data defects in SKU and vendor master data; lead remediation efforts to ensure data health.

• Vendor ContentScorecarding: Own the development and distribution of vendor data health scorecards;monitorsupplier compliance with data standards and provide support for seamless integration.

• Process Governance: Execute andmonitorend-to-end workflows for SKU onboarding and vendor setup;identifyfriction points in the product lifecycle and suggest process improvements .

• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs):Maintaindocumentation for merchandising data processes, ensuring all SKU maintenance and vendorsetupactivities align with established governance policies.

• Merchandising Partnership: Act as a technical liaison for Merchandising teams to ensure data strategies and process workflows align with product lifecycle management.

• KPI Reporting: Track and report on process health and data quality metrics (KPIs) to provide actionable insights for senior leadership.

Qualifications:

• Foundational understanding of Data Governance, Data Quality, and Master Data Management (MDM) principles, specifically in a retail or supply chain context.

• Ability to translate complex data issues into actionable business insights and perform detailed root-cause analysis.

• Experience in governing workflows to maximize data accuracy and minimize operational friction.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to drive compliance and organizational change across cross-functional departments.

Certifications, Experience, and Education:

• Certifications: None

• Experience: 2–4 years of experience in Data Governance, Data Quality, or Process Management; experiencein a retail or merchandising environment preferred.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Information Management, Business Administration; OR relevant work-related experience.

Location & Work Availability:

This position isHybrid (4days in office,1day remote),based at our corporate headquarters inRaleigh, North Carolina.

Benefits Summary:

We believe in supporting our Team Members and those they love through comprehensive health & wellness benefits. Learn more here:https://jobs.advanceautoparts.com/us/en/benefits

Company Overview:

Advance Auto Parts, Inc.isa leading automotive aftermarket parts provider that serves both professionalinstallerand do-it-yourself customers. As of January 3, 2026, Advanceoperated4,305 stores primarily within the United States, withadditionallocations in Canada, PuertoRicoand the U.S. Virgin Islands. The Company also served 809 independently owned Carquest branded stores across these locations in addition to Mexico and various Caribbean islands.Additionalinformation about Advance, including employment opportunities, customer services, and online shopping for parts, accessories and other offerings can be found atwww.AdvanceAutoParts.com.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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