Senior Merchandising Specialist

Advance Stores Company • Raleigh, NC

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft 365 applications.
• Experience with PMM (Blue Yonder), MMT, PIM, Ad Control, and Power BI.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.
• 3+ years in merchandising operations, data management, or related roles.
• Experience leading process improvement initiatives and cross-functional projects.

Responsibilities

• 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 setup, Ad Control data entry, and Vendor Funding Form execution. Perform audits and maintain data quality across merchandising systems.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed