Sr. Sourcing Manager

Advance Auto Parts Inc.; West Virginia; Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness benefits

Job summary

Advance Auto Parts, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Manager for External Sourcing Strategy & Cost Governance.

The role leads external sourcing programs, establishes governance over item costs, and drives optimization across Merchandising, Sourcing, Finance, IT, and Supply Chain from our Raleigh HQ. Hybrid work arrangement with strong cross-functional impact. The position requires 8+ years in sourcing/procurement with leadership experience, a Bachelor’s in a related field (MBA preferred), and a proven

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise leading external sourcing programs, including FDO, second-source initiatives, supplier onboarding, distributor management, and sourcing process governance
• Strong knowledge of cost governance, cost execution, cost lifecycle management, landed-cost methodologies, financial controls, and commercial compliance
• Demonstrated success leading, coaching, and developing teams while driving accountability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement

Responsibilities

• Lead FDO, second-source, distributor, and other external sourcing programs
• Develop external sourcing plans aligned with merchandising and enterprise priorities
• Drive enhanced visibility of second-source activities through reporting and AI-enabled insights
• Oversee supplier onboarding, program implementation, and process improvement
• Partner with merchants and category teams to identify and execute sourcing opportunities
• Monitor program adoption, execution, and operational effectiveness
• Own the item-cost governance model, standards, controls, and approval processes
• Oversee end-to-end SKU cost execution, lifecycle management, validation, and data integrity
• Govern landed-cost methodologies, freight inputs, tariffs, HTS classifications, and related cost components
• Ensure accurate and timely execution of supplier cost changes across systems
• Resolve complex cost issues through financial root-cause analysis and cross-functional coordination
• Define documentation, approval, tracking, and compliance requirements
• Monitor adherence to commercial commitments and eliminate exceptions
• Support audit readiness and maintain appropriate governance records and controls
• Translate sourcing and governance requirements into scalable processes and system capabilities
• Clarify ownership, decision rights, and handoffs across external sourcing and cost-management activities
• Serve as the escalation point for complex sourcing, cost, and governance issues
• Lead, coach, and develop the External Supply Manager and Cost Analyst
• Establish clear objectives, performance expectations, and development plans
• Build team capabilities in sourcing execution, cost governance, analytics, and process improvement
• Foster accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Present trends, performance insights, and strategic recommendations, helping bring data-driven opportunities to life for business partners.

Skills

External Sourcing Leadership

FDO program

Second-source initiatives

Supplier onboarding

Cost governance

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

Job Description Job Summary:

The Sr. Manager, External Sourcing Strategy & Cost Governance leads external sourcing programs and ensures effective governance of item costs, sourcing processes, and related controls. The role is accountable for Factory Direct Order (FDO) program, second-source initiatives, distributor programs, cost execution, cost integrity, and commercial governance adherence. This position serves as a horizontal enterprise leader, driving growth, transformation, and execution through influence and collaboration across cross-functional teams across Merchandising, Strategic Sourcing, Finance, Merchandising Operations, IT, Supply Chain, Compliance, and international sourcing offices to improve sourcing execution, maintain accurate enterprise cost data, and strengthen financial and operational controls.

Key Responsibilities:

External Sourcing Leadership Lead FDO, second-source, distributor, and other external sourcing programs Develop external sourcing plans aligned with merchandising and enterprise priorities Drive enhanced visibility of second-source activities through reporting and AI-enabled insights Oversee supplier onboarding, program implementation, and process improvement Partner with merchants and category teams to identify and execute sourcing opportunities Monitor program adoption, execution, and operational effectiveness Cost Governance & Execution Own the item-cost governance model, standards, controls, and approval processes Oversee end-to-end SKU cost execution, lifecycle management, validation, and data integrity Govern landed-cost methodologies, freight inputs, tariffs, HTS classifications, and related cost components Ensure accurate and timely execution of supplier cost changes across systems Resolve complex cost issues through financial root-cause analysis and cross-functional coordination Commercial Governance Establish governance processes supporting supplier contracts, incentives, rebates, and funding programs Define documentation, approval, tracking, and compliance requirements Monitor adherence to commercial commitments and eliminate exceptions Support audit readiness and maintain appropriate governance records and controls Cross Functional & People Leadership Translate sourcing and governance requirements into scalable processes and system capabilities Clarify ownership, decision rights, and handoffs across external sourcing and cost-management activities Serve as the escalation point for complex sourcing, cost, and governance issues Lead, coach, and develop the External Supply Manager and Cost Analyst Establish clear objectives, performance expectations, and development plans Build team capabilities in sourcing execution, cost governance, analytics, and process improvement Foster accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement Present trends, performance insights, and strategic recommendations, helping bring data-driven opportunities to life for business partners.

undefinedQualifications:

Demonstrated expertise leading external sourcing programs, including FDO, second-source initiatives, supplier onboarding, distributor management, and sourcing process governanceStrong knowledge of cost governance, cost execution, cost lifecycle management, landed-cost methodologies, financial controls, and commercial complianceDemonstrated success leading, coaching, and developing teams while driving accountability, operational excellence, and continuous improvementStrong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with experience leveraging data, governance controls, and business insights to improve sourcing and business outcomes

undefinedCertifications, Experience, and Education:

Certifications: NoneExperience: 8+ years of progressive experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, cost governance, business operations, or related functions, including 2-3 years in a leadership role. Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional initiatives, influencing senior stakeholders, and driving business outcomes through both direct and indirect leadership.Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. MBA or equivalent advanced degree is a plus

Location & Work Availability:

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