Rick Marek
About Rick Marek
Rick Marek serves as the General Manager at Advance Auto Parts in West Milwaukee, Wisconsin, a position he has held since 2020. He has extensive experience in the auto parts industry, having previously worked in various managerial roles at O'Reilly Auto Parts, CARQUEST Auto Parts, and NAPA AUTO PARTS.
Work at Advance Auto Parts
Rick Marek has served as General Manager at Advance Auto Parts since 2020. He operates from the West Milwaukee location in Wisconsin. In this role, he oversees store operations, staff management, and customer service initiatives. His tenure at Advance Auto Parts has lasted for four years, during which he has contributed to the company's objectives and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at O'Reilly Auto Parts
Prior to his current position, Rick Marek worked at O'Reilly Auto Parts in various roles. He was a Store Manager from 2015 to 2017, managing store operations and team performance. He later transitioned to a Commercial Specialist role from 2019 to 2020, where he focused on commercial sales and customer relations. His experience at O'Reilly Auto Parts spanned several years and included significant responsibilities.
Experience at CARQUEST Auto Parts and NAPA AUTO PARTS
Rick Marek held the position of Store Manager at CARQUEST Auto Parts from 2004 to 2009 for five years. He then moved to NAPA AUTO PARTS, where he continued as Store Manager from 2009 to 2016, accumulating a total of seven years in that role. His time at these companies provided him with extensive knowledge of the auto parts retail industry.
Early Career as Parts Specialist
Rick Marek began his career in the auto parts industry at Andrew Chevrolet, where he worked as a Parts Specialist from 2002 to 2004. This role laid the foundation for his future positions in auto parts management and sales, allowing him to develop essential skills in parts inventory and customer service.