Heather Coker
About Heather Coker
Heather Coker is an experienced Inventory Planner and Director of Store Operations at Variety Wholesalers, Inc., where she has worked since 2021. She has held various roles in supply chain management, including positions at Advance Auto Parts and Variety Wholesalers, accumulating over a decade of experience in the field.
Work at Variety Wholesalers, Inc
Heather Coker currently serves as the Director of Store Operations at Variety Wholesalers, Inc, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she oversees various operational aspects of the stores, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in store management. Prior to her current role, she worked as a Senior Manager at the same company from 2018 to 2021, where she contributed to the operational strategies and management of store functions. Coker's tenure at Variety Wholesalers spans over a decade, reflecting her extensive experience in retail operations.
Experience at Advance Auto Parts
Heather Coker has accumulated significant experience at Advance Auto Parts, where she has worked since 2016. Currently, she holds the position of Inventory Planner, a role she has maintained for eight years. Her responsibilities include managing inventory levels and ensuring the availability of products. Before her current role, she served as a Supply Planner from 2017 to 2018, where she focused on supply chain management and product distribution. Coker's experience at Advance Auto Parts has provided her with a solid foundation in inventory and supply chain operations.
Education and Expertise
Heather Coker studied at North Carolina State University, where she gained knowledge and skills relevant to her career in inventory and supply chain management. Her educational background has supported her professional development and expertise in retail operations, inventory planning, and supply chain logistics. This academic foundation has been instrumental in her roles at both Variety Wholesalers and Advance Auto Parts.
Background in Retail Operations
Heather Coker has a robust background in retail operations, having worked at Variety Wholesalers in various capacities. She began her career at the company as Manager of Store Operations from 2011 to 2016, where she was responsible for overseeing store activities and ensuring operational standards. This early experience laid the groundwork for her subsequent roles in management and planning within the retail sector.