Craig Barnes
About Craig Barnes
Craig Barnes serves as the Vice President of Merchandising at Advance Auto Parts, a position he has held since 2018. He has extensive experience in the retail and automotive sectors, having previously worked in various executive roles at companies such as Fred's Inc. and Autozone.
Current Role at Advance Auto Parts
Craig Barnes serves as the Vice President of Merchandising at Advance Auto Parts, a position he has held since 2018. He operates from Raleigh, North Carolina, where he oversees merchandising strategies and initiatives. His role involves managing product selection, pricing, and promotional strategies to enhance the company's market presence and customer engagement.
Previous Experience at Fred's Inc.
Before joining Advance Auto Parts, Craig Barnes held multiple roles at Fred's Inc. He served as Executive Vice President and General Merchandise Manager for Merchandising and Marketing for a brief period in 2014. He then transitioned to Executive Vice President of Supply Chain, Real Estate, and Loss Prevention from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, he was the Senior Vice President of Global Sourcing and DMM Hardlines for five months in 2014 and later became Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer for the Front Store from 2014 to 2018.
Experience at Delphi Product & Service Solutions
Craig Barnes worked at Delphi Product & Service Solutions as Vice President of the Global Independent Aftermarket from 2012 to 2014. In this role, he focused on expanding the company's reach within the independent aftermarket sector, leveraging his extensive background in merchandising and supply chain management.
Long Tenure at AutoZone
Craig Barnes spent 24 years at AutoZone, where he held the position of Vice President of Merchandising from 1985 to 2009. His long tenure at AutoZone allowed him to develop a deep understanding of the automotive retail market and establish significant expertise in merchandising strategies.
Role at Carquest Auto Parts
After his time at AutoZone, Craig Barnes joined Carquest Auto Parts as Senior Vice President of Merchandising, Marketing, Supply, and Demand Planning from 2009 to 2012. His responsibilities included overseeing merchandising strategies and ensuring effective supply chain management to meet customer demands.