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Advance Auto Parts · 2 months ago

Inventory Business Analyst

Raleigh, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Advance Auto Parts is seeking a strategic and results-driven Sr. Business Analyst to join their Inventory Process & Systems team. This role is responsible for leading high-impact initiatives and shaping inventory strategies to drive operational excellence across the aftermarket auto parts retail network.

AutomotiveRetail

Responsibilities

Analyze inventory performance metrics (e.g., inventory turn, fill rate, stock-outs, aging inventory) to identify trends, risks, and opportunities

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Supply Chain, Store Operations, Merchandising, Finance, and IT to align inventory strategies with business goals

Provide end-user support and training for inventory tools, ensuring consistent usage and adherence to best practices

Develop and maintain system documentation, training materials, and user guides to support onboarding, ongoing education, and process improvements

Coordinate with IT to troubleshoot system issues, implement upgrades, and test new features

Lead initiatives to improve inventory accuracy, reduce excess stock, optimize safety stock levels, and grow sales

Support the design and development of dashboards and reports to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and support executive decision-making

Conduct root cause analysis on inventory discrepancies and recommend corrective actions

Support system enhancements and process improvements related to inventory management tools and ERP systems

Provide mentorship and guidance to analysts and business managers and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement

Serve as a subject matter expert in inventory analytics and support management in strategic planning discussions

Qualification

Inventory managementData analyticsSQLExcelERP systemsData visualization toolsForecastingSupply chain principlesProblem-solvingCommunicationCritical thinkingDetail-orientedSelf-starter