• Defines the role of a category

• Defines category strategy based on the role

• Organizes and synthesizes industry,competitorand consumer trends intoworkable category strategies

• Defines future category needs and opportunities

• Definescategories to be included in box-level strategy

• Integrates and links thebusiness planwith the category plan

• Monitors and adjusts resources based on the category role

• Manages complexity of multiple categories and varying sub-class roles (i.e.,prominent category with stake-in-the-ground sub-class) to improve business performance)

Business Acumen – Financial Management

• Plans and coordinatesfinancial managementand budgeting tasks

• Provides input andassistsin creating Advance Auto Parts strategic financial plan

• Sets budgeting guidelines

• Setsguidelines for risk tolerance in financial programs

• Communicates targetsandobjectivesto business units based on strategic

plan

• Addresses complex/extremegapsrelated to budgeting andfinancialmanagement

Supplier Management/Negotiation

• Determinesupplier value targets and selects supplier audience for strategic sourcing discussions

• Determineappropriate facts

• Synthesizesfacts gathered from multiple sources to be used in the negotiations

• Executes supplier negotiations across product categories

• Anticipates and rebuts supplier's points and counterpoints during the

• negotiations

• Assesses effort and time needed to obtain value target sourcing opportunities with each supplier

• AppliesBATNA principles during negotiations

• Evaluates andutilizessupplier performance information/data for future

negotiations anddecisions-making

• Coachesemployees in strategic sourcing processes and actions

Strategic Thinking & Execution

• Develops milestones that will help implement the vision

• Creates thorough implementation plans that addresspossible hurdlesand

• involves support throughout the organization

• Translates corporate strategic vision into day-to-day operational goals

• Articulates and reinforces Advance Auto Parts vision and goals to business team

• Coachesemployees to support vision and strategy through operationalgoal

Communication

• Establishes trust and rapport with senior executives having diverse views on an issue

• Changes others' opinions and perspectives to gain commitment to action

• Uses communication tools and techniques to shift focus in response to group dynamics

• Creates environments conducive to productive communication

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Manages the formation of teams and ensures team can perform

• Facilitates the designation of team roles,goalsand expectations

• Removes barriers (resource or other outside constraints) to effective

• teamwork

• Analyzes team process inefficiencies and recommends improvements

• Assess other teammembers’capabilities and provides feedback for improvements

• Creates team recognition structure and reward possibilities

• Coachesemployees on building teams and the business value driven byteams

Location & Work Availability:

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

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in category management, merchandising, or strategic sourcing.

• Proventrack recordof managing complex category portfolios and leading strategic initiatives.

• Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.

• Advanced negotiation skills with experience managing top-tier supplier relationships.

• Exceptional leadership, communication, and coaching abilities.

• Proficiencyin category management tools, ERP systems, and data analytics platforms.

Certifications, Experience, and Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, or related field (MBA preferred).

Why Join Us?

• Lead high-impact initiatives that shape the future of our business.

• Collaborate with top-tier talent in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• Competitive compensation, benefits, and performance incentives.

• A culture that values innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

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

Advance Auto Parts, Inc. is a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider that serves both professionalinstallerand do-it-yourself customers. As of January 3, 2026, Advanceoperated4,305 stores primarily within the United States, withadditionallocations in Canada, PuertoRicoand 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.Additionalinformation 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.