Pep Boys hired Scott Sider as its new CEO, effective June 15. Sider also was appointed to the company’s board of directors.
Sider most recently served as Hertz Corp.’s group president for Rent A Car Americas. Sider joined Hertz in 1983 and, over the course of his tenure, assumed many leadership positions of increasing responsibility including area manager of Manhattan, divisional vice president – Western region, and president, off airport operations.
“We are extremely pleased that our comprehensive search has led us to Scott, a proven leader with automotive service and retail experience. The board of directors was unanimous in its selection of Scott and sincerely thanks John for his service as interim CEO,” said Bob Hotz, chairman of the board.
John Sweetwood, who is currently serving as interim CEO, will resume his position as an independent board member.