Jamie Hughes
About Jamie Hughes
Jamie Hughes is a Director of Strategic Accounts in Professional Sales at Advance Auto Parts, where he has worked since 2014. He has extensive experience in the automotive parts industry, having held various positions at CARQUEST Auto Parts prior to his current role.
Current Role at Advance Auto Parts
Jamie Hughes serves as the Director of Strategic Accounts-Professional Sales at Advance Auto Parts, a position held since 2018. In this role, Hughes is responsible for managing key accounts and developing strategies to enhance professional sales. Additionally, Hughes has been working as the Manager of Commercial Customer Lifecycle since 2014, focusing on improving customer engagement and retention within the Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area.
Previous Experience at CARQUEST Auto Parts
Prior to joining Advance Auto Parts, Jamie Hughes had an extensive career at CARQUEST Auto Parts. Hughes worked in various roles, including Retail Merchandising Manager from 2008 to 2014, where responsibilities included overseeing merchandising strategies. Hughes also served as Regional Purchasing Assistant Manager from 2005 to 2008, Replenishment Buyer from 2000 to 2004, and held positions in the Distribution Center as Order Entry and Office staff in 1999 and 2000.
Education Background
Jamie Hughes attended East Carolina University, where a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree was earned. The studies took place from 1995 to 1999, providing a foundation in social work principles that may contribute to professional interactions and customer relationship management in subsequent roles.