S&OE Analytics Lead — Hybrid Forecasting & Ops Insights

Advance-Auto-Parts; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Advance Auto Parts is seeking a Sr. Analyst of S&OE to provide data-driven insights and operational support across the organization. You will analyze forecasts, inventory, and performance metrics to improve alignment between sales and operations and enhance overall efficiency, visibility, and customer satisfaction.

This role requires strong analytical skills, advanced BI proficiency, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Supply Chain, Consulting or related field.
• 4–7 years of experience in business analytics, sales and operations management, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze sales, inventory, service, and operational performance metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance dashboards, scorecards, and reports for leadership visibility.
• Analyze forecast accuracy, demand trends, and sales performance to support demand planning and inventory optimization.
• Support S&OE processes by analyzing forecast performance and customer demand.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and reporting accuracy.
• Leverage BI tools, ERP systems and S&OP software to improve decision-making.
• Identify business risks and help develop mitigation plans.
• Collaborate with Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance and Customer Service to communicate insights.
• Support cross-functional projects with data analyses and results communication.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Excel

Power BI

SQL

ERP systems

S&OP software

Blue Yonder (Demand & Fulfillment)

Six Sigma / Lean

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration / Operations Management / Supply Chain

Tools

Power BI

Excel

SQL

ERP systems

Blue Yonder Demand & Fulfillment

Job description

Advance Auto Parts is seeking a Sr. Analyst of S&OE to provide data-driven insights and operational support across the organization. You will analyze forecasts, inventory, and performance metrics to improve alignment between sales and operations and enhance overall efficiency, visibility, and customer satisfaction.

This role requires strong analytical skills, advanced BI proficiency, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives and process improvements.