Megan Nichols
About Megan Nichols
Megan Nichols is a Senior Manager of Supply Chain Strategy and Operations at Advance Auto Parts, where she has worked since 2022. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Political Science from the United States Naval Academy and a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt from Aveta Business Institute.
Work at Advance Auto Parts
Megan Nichols currently serves as the Senior Manager of Supply Chain Strategy and Operations at Advance Auto Parts, a position she has held since 2022 in Raleigh, North Carolina. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing supply chain initiatives and optimizing operational processes. Prior to her current position, she worked as the Senior Manager of E-commerce Fulfillment and Small Parcel Management from 2019 to 2022, where she focused on enhancing the efficiency of online order fulfillment. Additionally, Megan briefly served as a Project Manager at Advance Auto Parts in 2019.
Education and Expertise
Megan Nichols studied at the United States Naval Academy, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Political Science with a focus on International Relations and Affairs from 2003 to 2007. She furthered her education at Aveta Business Institute, obtaining a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification from 2012 to 2013. This educational background equips her with a strong foundation in strategic operations and process improvement methodologies.
Background
Before joining Advance Auto Parts, Megan Nichols held various positions that contributed to her expertise in supply chain and project management. She worked as a Project Manager at Entergy from 2017 to 2018, where she provided business unit support in the Houston, Texas area. Earlier in her career, she served as a Homeland Defense Action Officer at US Fleet Forces Command from 2011 to 2013, gaining experience in defense operations.
Professional Experience
Megan Nichols has accumulated significant experience in project management and supply chain operations throughout her career. She worked at Advance Auto Parts in multiple roles, including Project Manager and Senior Manager positions. Her experience at Entergy and US Fleet Forces Command further complements her skill set, enabling her to effectively manage complex projects and contribute to operational strategies.