Facilities Director

Job DescriptionJob Summary:The Director, Facilities is an enterprise leader responsible for the strategic oversight, operational excellence, and risk management of facilities across 4,000+ retail locations. This role owns national facilities strategy, capital planning, and vendor ecosystems, ensuring store safety, uptime, cost discipline, and brand consistency. Serving as a key partner to Operations, Finance, Real Estate, Legal, and ESG, the Director drives scalable solutions that support growth, resiliency, and long‑term value creation.The ideal candidate will have a background inmultisite retail Facilitiesmanagement withthe ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.What will you do?StrategicLeadershipDevelop and drive the multiyear facilities strategy thatoptimizesasset life, reduces total cost of ownership, and enhances the instore customer experience.Lead enterprise-wide capital planning and prioritization(both reactive and proactive), ensuring investments align with brand standards, operational needs, and financialobjectives.Establish long-term asset lifecycle frameworks and preventive maintenance strategies that improve reliability and mitigate business disruption.Partner with Finance, Store Operations, Real Estate, and Construction to align facility priorities with broader enterprise initiatives and market strategies.Strengthen enterprise,field,andvendorrelationships through proactive communication, transparentdecision making, and reliable partnership.Provideexecutivelevelupdates and communication on portfolio health, capital risk, operational readiness, and strategic initiatives.Build a strong talent pipeline, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence within thefacilitiesorganization.Leadenterprise levelchange initiatives, driving adoption of new processes, technologies, and operating models.Budget ManagementOwn the creation, tracking, and management of the annualfacilitiesOpExandCapExbudgets, totaling$100Mcombined.Closelymonitorspendand ensure strict adherence to budget targets.Provide regular reporting and forecasting to finance and senior leadershipalong with insights toidentifyrisks,opportunitiesand solutions.Team & Vendor ManagementManage a team of13facilities professionalssupportingacrossmultiple regions.Lead>300strategic third-party vendor partnerships, ensuring a scalable, high performing ecosystem capable of supporting thousands of geographically diverse locations.Createvendor scorecards to ensure performance monitoring and compliance.Implement regular RFP (Request for Proposal) processes to ensure vendor competitiveness, innovation, and alignment with evolving business needs.OperationalExcellenceOwnenterprisefacilitiesrisk management, including emergency preparedness, disaster recovery coordination, and continuity planning to minimize store downtime.Ensuretimelyresolution ofallmaintenance issuesandcode violations.Implement preventive maintenance programs to reduce downtime and extend asset life.Create and monitor KPIs such as work order completion rates by vendor/trade, cost per store, store satisfaction,workordercompletionof facilities team pliance & SafetyEnsure all locations meet local, state, and federal regulations.Partner with Legal and Risk teams to address violations and mitigate liability.Technology & InnovationChampion innovation in technology, sustainability, and energy management to advance operational efficiency and ESG goals.Leverage facilities management platforms to streamline workflows and reporting.Data-Driven Decision MakingUse data, analytics, and forecasting to proactivelyidentifytrends, risks, and opportunities across the portfolio; guide decisionmaking with actionable insights.Apply excellent analytical skills to interpret complex data sets and performance metrics.Tell a compelling story with data to influence decisions, drive strategy, and communicate impact to senior leadership.Qualifications:Demonstrated experience leading facilities operations for a multi-site portfolio of at least1,000locationsand managing $50Mannual budgets.Provensuccess leading large, geographically dispersed teams and complex vendor networks.Experience successfully managing large capital budgets and complexasset managementprojects.Demonstrated experience leading utilities management programs, including rate analysis, cost optimization, and energy performance tracking across a large retail or multi-site portfolio.Strong understanding of building systems, maintenance protocols, and compliance requirements.Excellent communication, negotiation, and project management skills.Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights and strategic narratives.Proficiencyin CMMS or facilities management software.Strategic thinker with a bias for action.Customer-focused mindset with attention to detail.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed organization.Certifications, Experience, and Education:Certifications: NonerequiredExperience:10+ years of progressive experience in facilities or operations management, preferably in retailor multi-site environments with at least3-5years ofleadership experienceEducation:Bachelor’s degreeinFacilities Management, Engineering,Businessor related field of study;Master’spreferredLocation & Work Availability:This position isHybrid (4days in office,1 dayremote),based at our corporate headquarters inRaleigh, North Carolina.Up to 15% overnight travel within the US markets isrequired.Benefits Summary:We believe in supporting our Team Members and those they love through comprehensive health & wellness benefits. Learn more here:Overview:Advance Auto Parts, Inc. is a leading automotive aftermarketparts provider that serves both professional installers anddo-it-yourself customers. As of December 28, 2024, Advance operated 4,788 stores primarily within the United States, with additional locations in Canada, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The company also served 934 independently owned Carquest branded stores across these locations in addition to Mexico and various Caribbean islands. 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Created: 2026-03-09