Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance has hired Jason Phillips as vice president of sales.

Phillips, who most recently served as director of sales-corporate accounts for American Tire Distributors, has nearly 20 years of experience servicing national and regional automotive service retailers.

In his new role, Phillips will act as the main corporate representative to all national and regional service retail accounts. He also will oversee sales efforts to prospective new Alliance members and direct the national Certified Service Center program that the Alliance markets to independent shops.

“We are fortunate indeed to add an individual with Jason’s skills and experience to the Alliance team,” said John Washbish, president and CEO. “Strategically, the Alliance has been placing ever increasing emphasis on addressing the needs of the expanding national and regional service retail segment. Jason’s knowledge and relationships will enable us to develop improved strategies and tactics to become a better supplier to them.”