Pricing Manager-Clearance at Advance Auto Parts

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Retail, Automotive, Consumer GoodsIndustries

5+ years of experience in retail pricing, merchandising, inventory management, or financial planning, preferably in the auto parts or consumer goods industry
Proven track record of managing markdown and clearance processes in a high-SKU, multi-channel retail environment
Strong background in data analysis and business intelligence
Strategic thinking with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities across departments
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results under tight deadlines
Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and process discipline
Change management and continuous improvement mindset
Advanced Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros)
SQL and Power BI for data analysis and visualization
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Supply Chain, or a related field (MBA or advanced degree preferred)

Design and implement markdown and clearance strategies across product categories to balance margin and inventory turnover
Analyze sales, inventory, and margin data to identify underperforming SKUs and recommend markdown actions
Collaborate with merchandising, supply chain, finance, and store operations to align clearance strategies with business goals
Lead development and stewardship of dashboards and reporting tools to monitor markdown effectiveness and clearance performance
Lead process improvement initiatives to streamline markdown workflows and enhance decision-making speed and accuracy
Establish governance and controls to ensure markdowns are executed consistently and in compliance with company policies
Support seasonal and promotional planning with data-driven clearance recommendations
Train and mentor team members and stakeholders on markdown best practices and tools