Sr. Merchandising Specialist

Advance Auto Parts Inc.; West Virginia; Híbrido; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Advance Auto Parts, Inc. is seeking a Senior Merchandising Operations Specialist to lead and optimize merchandising processes and enterprise systems.

You will collaborate with merchandising partners and IT to prevent delays, drive large-scale initiatives, and mentor team members. The role emphasizes process documentation, data stewardship, and cross-functional project support, including plan-o-grams, vendor onboarding, and data accuracy audits.

Formación

• 3+ years in merchandising operations, data management or related roles.

Responsabilidades

• As Senior Merchandising Operations Specialist, provide leadership and expertise to merchandising partners and stakeholders.
• Lead initiatives to improve enterprise systems and processes; prevent delays and support large-scale programs.
• Mentor team members and collaborate with IT and business teams for improvements.
• Create and maintain process documentation and flowcharts; train team members.
• Represent Merch Ops in plan-o-grams, vendor onboarding, vendor flips and test drives; ensure timelines.
• Monitor data accuracy and integrity; communicate anomalies and assist resolution.
• Assist with SKU set up, Ad Control data entry, and Vendor Funding Form execution; perform audits.

Conocimientos

Excel

Microsoft 365

Blue Yonder PMM

MMT

PIM

Power BI

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Multi-priority management

Detail-oriented

Herramientas

PMM (Blue Yonder)

MMT

PIM

Ad Control

Power BI

Descripción del empleo

Job Summary

As a Senior Merchandising Operations Specialist, you will provide leadership and expertise to merchandising partners and stakeholders. This role focuses on improving enterprise systems and processes, preventing delays, supporting large-scale initiatives, and mentoring team members.

Process & System Improvements

Identify gaps in enterprise processes and systems; lead initiatives to resolve issues. Collaborate with IT and business teams to implement improvements. Communicate effectively with stakeholders and provide executive-level updates.

Documentation & Process Development

Create and maintain process documentation and flowcharts. Coordinate reviews and updates to ensure alignment and efficiency. Train team members on new or updated processes.

Large-Scale Initiative Support

Represent Merch Ops in initiatives such as new plan-o-grams, vendor onboarding, vendor flips, and test drives. Provide subject matter expertise and ensure adherence to timelines. Communicate clearly and concisely with leadership and cross-functional teams.

Data Stewardship

Monitor merchandising data accuracy and integrity. Communicate anomalies and support resolution efforts.

Ad Hoc Merch Ops Duties

Assist with SKU set up, Ad Control data entry, and Vendor Funding Form execution. Perform audits and maintain data quality across merchandising systems.

Location & Work Availability

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

Qualifications

Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft 365 applications. Experience with PMM (Blue Yonder), MMT, PIM, Ad Control, and Power BI.

Soft Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively. Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.

Certifications, Experience, and Education: 3+ years in merchandising operations, data management, or related roles.

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. is a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider that serves both professional installer and do-it-yourself customers. As of January 3, 2026, Advance operated 4,305 stores primarily within the United States, with additional locations in Canada, Puerto Rico and 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. Additional information about Advance, including employment opportunities, customer services, and online shopping for parts, accessories and other offerings can be found at www.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.

#LI-EM1 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.

California Residents click below for Privacy Notice: https://jobs.advanceautoparts.com/us/en/disclosures Advance Auto Parts, Inc. is a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider that serves both professional installers and do-it-yourself customers. As of October 5, 2024, Advance operated 4,781 stores primarily within the United States, with additional locations in Canada, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The company also served 1,125 independently owned Carquest branded stores across these locations in addition to Mexico and various Caribbean islands. Additional information about Advance, including employment opportunities, customer services and online shopping for parts, accessories and other offerings can be found at www.AdvanceAutoParts.com.