Suzan Joyce Named COO Of Global Parts Network
Joyce will continue in her role as chief financial officer (CFO) for the VIPAR Heavy Duty family of companies. She joined VIPAR Heavy Duty in 2004 and was named CFO in 2008.
Spectra Premium Appoints Director Of Sales – Heavy Duty, USA
In this position, Jason Groom will be responsible for the continued development of the heavy-duty category to all channels of U.S. business, the company said.
Eastern Auto Parts Warehouse Names Jim Turnure As Vice President Of Product
Founded in 1989, Eastern Auto Parts Warehouse operates out of 30 locations and a 200,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art distribution center to serve more than 6,000 professional technicians.
Kennard ‘Ken’ Thole Joins Global Parts Network As Director Of Business Development
Thole brings more than 30 years of heavy-duty aftermarket experience to the position and will report to Jim Pennig, vice president of business development for VIPAR Heavy Duty.
AutoZone Announces Organizational Changes
Rick Smith, vice president store operations, will be promoted to senior vice president, human resources, customer satisfaction in January.
DENSO Products And Services Americas Inc. Announces Organization Changes
These recent changes support the ongoing expansion and growth of DENSO’s aftermarket business, the company says.
Advance Auto Parts Announces Leadership Transition
President George Sherman named interim CEO, effective Jan. 3, 2016. Darren Jackson will retire as CEO after eight years.
Standard Motor Products Announces Key Management Changes
Standard Motor Products has announced that Chairman and CEO Lawrence “Larry” Sills plans to retire as CEO of the company and will become executive chairman of the board of directors effective March 31, 2016. Eric Sills, president, will succeed him as CEO and will be appointed to the board of directors.
Spectra Premium Appoints Director Of Sales – Traditional Aftermarket, USA
In this position, Greg DelGozzo will be responsible for sales of Spectra Premium products in the U.S. traditional aftermarket business division.
AutoZone Announces Organizational Changes
Among the changes, Mark Finestone, senior vice president, merchandising and store development, has been promoted to executive vice president, merchandising, supply chain and marketing.
MAHLE Aftermarket Names Andreas Huber To Lead MAHLE Service Solutions
Huber will be based in Farmington Hills, Mich., and will be responsible for MAHLE Service Solutions, which specializes in the development, manufacturing and distribution of automotive services, tools and maintenance equipment, including air conditioning service, fluid exchange and nitrogen tire inflation systems.
Dorman Products Announces Executive Succession Plan
Mathias Barton has been appointed to serve as the company’s CEO. Barton succeeds Steven Berman, who has assumed the role of executive chairman. The appointments of Barton as CEO and Berman as executive chairman represent the next step in the company’s long-term succession plan.
