Richard Jolivet
About Richard Jolivet
Richard Jolivet serves as the VP of Global Sourcing & Store Brands at Advance Auto Parts and has extensive experience in product management, particularly from his tenure at Autopart International. He has held various leadership roles in the automotive sector and has a strong educational background in management and automotive aftermarket studies.
Current Role at Advance Auto Parts
Richard Jolivet serves as the Vice President of Global Sourcing and Store Brands at Advance Auto Parts, a position he has held since 2017. In this role, he has been instrumental in developing store brand strategies and enhancing global sourcing operations. His leadership contributes to the company's ability to provide quality products under its store brands, aligning with market demands and customer expectations.
Experience at Autopart International
Richard Jolivet has extensive experience in product management, having worked at Autopart International for over a decade. He began as the Director of Product Management from 2001 to 2009, where he oversaw various product initiatives. Currently, he holds the position of Senior Vice President of Merchandising at Autopart International since 2018, further showcasing his expertise in the automotive aftermarket sector.
Previous Positions in the Automotive Industry
Before his tenure at Autopart International, Richard Jolivet worked at Keystone Automotive Operations as a Sales Manager from 1996 to 1998. His early career laid the foundation for his extensive knowledge in sales and product management within the automotive industry, contributing to his later successes.
Educational Background
Richard Jolivet has a solid educational foundation in business and management. He studied at UMASS Amherst, where he earned a degree in Business Administration with a focus on Management and Operations from 1987 to 1989. He also attended Northwood University, completing a program in Automotive Aftermarket and obtaining the U of A Leadership 2.0 Certificate from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, he studied at Holyoke Community College from 1985 to 1987.