Matt Palmer
About Matt Palmer
Matt Palmer serves as the Vice President of Inventory Assortment at Advance Auto Parts, where he has worked since 2015. He holds a background in Business Administration from Crichton College and has completed leadership and finance certifications from Harvard Business School Online.
Current Role at Advance Auto Parts
Matt Palmer serves as the Vice President of Inventory Assortment at Advance Auto Parts, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing inventory strategies and optimizing product assortment to meet customer demand. Additionally, he has been the Product Solutions Director at Advance Auto Parts since 2015, contributing to the company's product management and development initiatives. His leadership in these roles has focused on enhancing operational efficiency and improving inventory management practices.
Professional Experience in Retail
With over 15 years of experience in the retail industry, Matt Palmer has held various positions that have shaped his expertise in inventory management and merchandising. Prior to his current roles, he worked at CARQUEST Auto Parts as a Senior Merchandising Manager from 2010 to 2014. He also spent several years at AutoZone, where he held multiple positions, including Associate Category Manager and Parts Sales Manager. His diverse background in retail has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of category management and sales strategies.
Education and Expertise
Matt Palmer has a strong educational background in business administration. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Crichton College between 2002 and 2004. He furthered his education at Harvard Business School Online, where he completed a Certificate in Organizational Leadership in 2021 and a Certificate in Leading with Finance in 2020. His studies have complemented his professional experience, particularly in areas such as IT development and retail category management.
Team Management and Innovation
In his current role at Advance Auto Parts, Matt Palmer manages a team that leverages machine learning forecasts to enhance inventory assortment efficiency. This innovative approach aims to optimize inventory levels and improve product availability for customers. His leadership in utilizing advanced technology reflects a commitment to modernizing inventory management practices within the retail sector.