Job Description

Career Snapshot

* Employee Type:
Full-Time

* Location:
Raleigh, NC

* Career Type:
Merchandising

* Date Posted:
17/3/2021

About Us

At Advance Auto Parts we have a passion for YES. Each day we are motivated by a passion to help our Customers. We have a commitment to advance the lives of our fellow Team Members, Customers, and the Communities where we live and work.

When you join our team, you become one of more of over 70,000 knowledgeable and experienced Team Members who are committed to providing outstanding customer service to our customers, communities and each other every day.

With over 5,100 stores in the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands, we are a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider. With opportunities ranging from our front lines in our Stores to our Distribution Centers to our Corporate Support Center and our rapidly growing Professional Business, we have the career for you.

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.

Career Description

Job Description

Job Description

The Sr. Business Analyst provides analysis, executes processes, and utilizes business tools and metrics to ensure that the correct product is carried in the Independent stores. The Analyst will work closely with the Independent field team to ensure connectivity between the Independent Store Owners and their inventory.

Requirements:

Education Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or Mathematics

Previous experience 2+ years business experience (Inventory, Merchandising, Merchandise Planning, or Retail experience preferred)

Other requirements PC and Microsoft Office

Analytical and problem solving skills

Strong attention to detail, planning, and organizational skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work independently and with a high level of energy and initiative

Inventory Planning & Analysis Performs Store/SKU level analysis and develops plans for ways to improve inventory assortment for the stores in collaboration with the field team and store owners. Utilizes tools and databases to identify areas for improvement, make recommendations and create orders for the stores.

Inventory Management Educate store owners and field team members on DAT, our inventory management system (Dynamic Assortment Tool) and the benefits it brings. Set up stores on the Dynamic Assortment Tool (DAT), maintain their DAT profile and provide reporting on DAT performance for stores. Collaborate with the Merchandise Analytics team to problem solve issues with DAT when needed.

Communication/Collaboration- Works cross functionally with merchandising, inventory planning, visual, supply chain, and field teams to find/create solutions for various requests. Communicates issues and recommends solutions. Develops and presents business updates that are tailored to the audience receiving them.

Cross Banner Replenishment Provides store/SKU level analysis to gauge the impact for stores that change their servicing DC as part of the cross banner replenishment initiative. Collaborates with store owners and field team to provide solutions for any issues that arise.

Continuous Learning Eagerly learns new skills and capabilities to improve upon performance and drive value.