Position Summary:
As the Senior Director of Supply Chain Engineering at Advance Auto Parts, you will drive the strategic vision, development, and optimization of our supply chain technology platforms. This role focuses on optimizing the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the end-to-end supply chain processes, systems, and technologies. This role requires a strategic leader with a deep understanding of supply chain operations, advanced analytics, and process engineering, as well as the ability to collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to drive innovation, reduce costs, and improve overall supply chain performance. We are seeking a seasoned leader with deep expertise in software engineering, cloud technologies, AI/ML, and retail supply chain systems/operations.
This position requires four days a week in office at our Raleigh, NC headquarter
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership & Digital Transformation
Define and execute the technology roadmap for supply chain systems, ensuring alignment with business growth and digital transformation initiatives.
• Drive innovation in supply chain technology, leveraging AI/ML for pricing optimization, personalized product recommendations, and demand forecasting.
• Partner with merchandising, supply chain, and e-commerce leaders to optimize inventory visibility, procurement, logistics, inventory management, demand planning and distribution
• Evaluate build vs. buy decisions for supply chain platforms, ensuring scalability, performance, and cost efficiency.
Technology Strategy and Innovation
Oversee the architecture, development, and integration of supply chain-related platforms, including:
• Supply chain and item lifecycle automation.
• Ensure seamless integration of supply chain systems with:
• ERP, supply chain management, order fulfillment, and e-commerce platforms.
• Data analytics, BI tools, and AI-driven decision-making models.
• Drive platform modernization, adopting cloud, microservices, APIs, and event-driven architecture for scalability and agility.
Operational Excellence & Performance Optimization
Ensure high availability, reliability, and scalability of all merchandising platforms.
• Strengthen data quality, governance, and accuracy within supply chain systems.
• Establish automated monitoring, performance tracking, and predictive analytics to reduce downtime and improve response time.
• Drive process improvements using agile methodologies and DevOps best practices.
Cross-Functional Leadership & Team Development
Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team of engineers, architects, and product managers in supply chain technology.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Act as a strategic technology partner to senior leadership, translating business needs into scalable technical solutions.
Vendor & Technology Ecosystem Management
Evaluate and manage relationships with third-party technology vendors, SaaS providers, and consulting partners.
• Drive cost optimization, contract negotiations, and vendor performance management.
• Stay ahead of emerging trends in retail technology, AI-driven merchandising, and supply chain automation.
Qualifications:
Experience:
10+ years in software engineering, with at least 5 years in leadership roles within retail or e-commerce (preferably in the automotive aftermarket).
• Proven experience leading and delivering large-scale supply chain technology solutions.
• Strong understanding of supply chain manaement, inventory systems & logistics technologies
• Experience driving digital transformation and AI/ML adoption in supply chain.
Technical Skills:
Expertise in cloud platforms, microservices, APIs, and agile methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with e-commerce platforms, ERP integrations, and supply chain systems.
• Knowledge of AI/ML applications in supply chain, demand forecasting, and personalization.
• Familiarity with data analytics, BI tools, and automation in retail merchandising.
Leadership & Communication:
Strong executive presence and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels, including C-suite, product, and engineering teams.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making capabilities in a fast-paced environment.
Education:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• A Master’s degree is a plus.
Preferred Skills:
• Experience with automotive aftermarket technologies.
• Understanding of advanced supply chain, order management, and fulfillment systems.
• Proven ability to drive digital transformation initiatives in a growth-focused retail environment.
About Us:
At Advance Auto Parts, we are revolutionizing the automotive retail experience through cutting-edge technology. Join us to lead supply chain technology innovation and make a lasting impact in the future of automotive retailing.
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