Advance Auto Parts Inc. has appointed Jason Howes as vice president of distribution operations.
Howes will be responsible for leading the company’s continued efforts “to build a world-class distribution network that ensures efficient delivery and availability to stores and commercial customers,” the company said. He will report to Charles Tyson, executive vice president of merchandising, marketing and supply chain, and will be based in Roanoke, Va.
“I am excited to have Jason joining the team,” said Tyson. “Jason’s extensive background in supply chain, logistics and distribution center operations will be a tremendous asset to Advance as we continue to enhance our supply chain capabilities.”
Prior to joining Advance, Howes served as senior director of distribution and global strategic operations for Bare Escentuals Beauty Inc. Before that, he was director of operations and inventory management at Corporate Express Inc., where he also previously held the role of warehouse and facilities manager.