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Sr. Assortment Planner

Advance Auto Parts -
Raleigh, NC

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Health insurance

Qualifications

Sales analytics & reporting tools
SQL
Project management
Data-driven problem-solving
Cross-functional collaboration
Project stakeholder communication
Cross-functional communication
Data extraction
Database software proficiency

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Job Description

Job Summary

The Senior Assortment Planner is a strategic contributor responsible for driving sales growth and inventory productivity through the development and management of optimized product assortments across assigned categories. This role leverages advanced analytics, deep understanding of customer and market trends, and strong cross‑functional collaboration to deliver assortments that maximize profitability, improve sell‑through, and support business objectives. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, the Senior Assortment Planner partners closely with Merchandising, Inventory, Supply Chain, and Channel teams to translate insights into actionable assortment strategies that balance customer demand, space constraints, and inventory efficiency.

What will you do?

Assortment Strategy: Define and execute seasonal and promotional assortment strategies that align with enterprise objectives, customer demand, and category growth priorities.

Insight & Analytics: Leverage sales performance, market trends, and customer insights to guide assortment decisions, uncover growth opportunities, and optimize category outcomes.

Cross‑Functional Partnership: Collaborate closely with Merchandising, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Inventory teams to ensure assortments are aligned, promotable, and supported with the right availability.

Inventory Optimization: Monitor inventory health, turnover, and productivity to maximize profitability while minimizing excess and obsolescence risk.

Performance Reporting: Develop and present clear, actionable reporting on assortment performance, highlighting trends, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders.

Market Intelligence: Maintain ongoing awareness of industry trends, competitive offerings, and evolving customer behaviors to inform forward‑looking assortment decisions.

Location & Work Availability

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

Qualifications

Advanced SQL proficiency for data extraction, analysis, and reporting across assortment planning systems.

Experience with assortment optimization tools and methodologies, preferably within the retail sector.

Strong project management capabilities, with a proven ability to manage multiple initiatives with competing deadlines

Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work independently while effectively engaging with project managers and cross-functional stakeholders.

Analytical mindset with attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Comfortable navigating complex datasets and systems, with a focus on driving actionable insights and operational efficiency.

Certifications, Experience, and Education

Certifications: None

Experience: 3-5 years related experience in Inventory Management, Assortment Planning, or Supply Chain

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising, Mathematics or related field; OR equivalent combination of experience and education.

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.

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