Stephen Whittington
About Stephen Whittington
Stephen Whittington serves as the Senior Manager of Supply Chain Development at Advance Auto Parts, where he leads initiatives to enhance supply chain operations. With extensive experience in logistics and engineering, he has successfully managed significant projects, including the establishment of new distribution centers and the implementation of energy-saving measures.
Current Role at Advance Auto Parts
Stephen Whittington serves as the Senior Manager of Supply Chain Development at Advance Auto Parts. He has held this position since 2018, working remotely. In this role, he leads initiatives to enhance the Computerized Maintenance Management System, focusing on improving operational efficiency across the supply chain. His responsibilities include overseeing various projects aimed at optimizing supply chain processes and ensuring effective management of resources.
Experience at Advance Auto Parts
Prior to his current role, Stephen worked at Advance Auto Parts as the Manager of Logistics Support from 2010 to 2018. During his eight years in this position, he contributed to significant logistics improvements in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area. His efforts included enhancing distribution capabilities and supporting the overall logistics strategy of the company.
Background with BEST BUY CO., INC
Stephen Whittington worked at BEST BUY CO., INC in various engineering roles from 2004 to 2010. He served as a Senior Industrial Engineer from 2004 to 2008, where he assisted in developing a $355 million, five-year plan for restoring aging equipment and facilities. He then transitioned to the role of Senior Project Engineer from 2008 to 2010, where he managed multiple vendor RFPs for construction projects and contributed to logistics improvements.
Education and Expertise
Stephen Whittington earned a Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering from Pennsylvania State University, completing his studies from 1993 to 1998. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in supply chain management, logistics, and industrial engineering. This knowledge has been instrumental in his career, allowing him to implement effective strategies and improvements in various roles.
Key Achievements in Supply Chain Management
Throughout his career, Stephen has achieved notable milestones in supply chain management. He successfully collaborated on the planning and opening of a $30 million, 450,000 square foot greenfield distribution center. Additionally, he doubled eCommerce throughput capacity by implementing a cellular and scalable processing layout across four distribution centers. His initiatives also included planning and executing retrofits for multiple distribution centers, leading to significant operational improvements.