Justin Simpson
About Justin Simpson
Justin Simpson is a Category Manager at Advance Auto Parts, where he has worked since 2023. He manages the Appearance and Optics team and has transitioned from a retail/sales closing manager role to this corporate position within a year.
Work at Advance Auto Parts
Justin Simpson has been employed at Advance Auto Parts as a Category Manager since 2023. He is based in Raleigh, North Carolina, where he oversees the Appearance and Optics team. In this role, he is responsible for managing product categories and ensuring optimal performance within his team.
Education and Expertise
Justin Simpson studied at Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, from 2020 to 2024. His education has equipped him with the knowledge and skills necessary for his current role in category management. This academic background supports his expertise in product management and strategic planning.
Background
Before joining Advance Auto Parts, Justin Simpson transitioned from a retail/sales closing manager role to a corporate category manager position within a year. He previously worked at Coleman Lawn Equipment as a Closing Manager in retail/sales for six months in 2022 and at O'Reilly Auto Parts as a Warehouse Worker from 2021 to 2022.
Career Progression
Justin Simpson's career has shown a clear trajectory of advancement. He began as a Warehouse Worker at O'Reilly Auto Parts and then moved to Coleman Lawn Equipment as a Closing Manager. His transition to a Category Manager at Advance Auto Parts marks a significant step in his professional development within the automotive retail industry.