Aaron Athey
About Aaron Athey
Aaron Athey is a Product Director at Spectra Premium Industries, where he has held various roles since 2014. He previously worked at Advance Auto Parts in multiple management positions from 2005 to 2014.
Current Role at Spectra Premium Industries
Aaron Athey serves as the Product Director at Spectra Premium Industries, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he oversees product development and strategic initiatives within the company. His responsibilities include managing product lines and ensuring alignment with market demands. Additionally, he has been the Corporate Director for Aftermarket Product Development since 2018, focusing on enhancing product offerings in the aftermarket sector.
Previous Experience at Advance Auto Parts
Aaron Athey has extensive experience at Advance Auto Parts, where he held multiple positions over several years. He worked as a Category Manager for Engine Management from 2012 to 2013 and for Fuel Systems from 2011 to 2012. He later advanced to the role of Senior Category Manager for Engine Management from 2013 to 2014. His tenure at Advance Auto Parts began with a position as Manager of Inventory Management from 2005 to 2010, where he managed inventory processes and strategies.
Education and Academic Background
Aaron Athey studied at Roanoke College, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a concentration in Marketing. His academic journey spanned from 1997 to 2000, providing him with foundational knowledge in business principles and marketing strategies.
Expertise in Product Development
At Spectra Premium Industries, Aaron Athey has developed expertise in product development, particularly in the aftermarket sector. He has held the position of Corporate Category and Product Development Director for Engine Management, Fuel Systems, and Undercar since 2014. His role involves overseeing product strategies and ensuring that product lines meet customer needs and industry standards.