Kevin Whalen
About
Kevin Whalen is from 波士顿地区. Kevin works in the following industries: "零售", "批发", and "汽车". Kevin is currently Product Solutions Director at Autopart International $310M (division of Advance Auto Parts $9.5B), located in Norton, MA USA. In Kevin's previous role as a Buyer at Autopart International $310M (division of Advance Auto Parts $9.5B), Kevin worked in Norton, MA USA until Nov 2014. Prior to joining Autopart International $310M (division of Advance Auto Parts $9.5B), Kevin was a Purchasing Manager at Miller Golf $7.5M and held the position of Purchasing Manager at Rockland, MA USA. Prior to that, Kevin was a Athletics Merchandiser at Bass Pro Shops $750M, based in Springfield, MO USA from May 2002 to Jul 2003. Kevin started working as Buyer, Golf Hard-lines at Gart Sports $1.1B (Sports Authority) in Englewood, CO USA in Nov 1999. From Apr 1995 to Nov 1999, Kevin was Buyer at Golf Day $110M (division of Trend-Lines Inc), based in Revere, MA. Prior to that, Kevin was a Buyer at Nevada Bob's Golf & Tennis $17M, based in Walpole, MA from Jan 1988 to Jan 1994.
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Kevin Whalen's current jobs
Leadership role at Autopart International +$100M spend on +$220M sales ($330M total company) responsibility in flagship core categories. New product development from inception --> sourcing --> packaging --> marketing --> sales --> comprehensive training. OEF3 brand - conceptualized, developed and brought to market Private Label brake brand in 2019 WORLDPAC ($2B) Private Label integration, sourcing and assortment planning. COGS improvements averaging $850K annually 2012-20 before rebates; $1M annual rebates/allowances; creative China tariff work factory direct 2019-2020. Quality driven to enhance Private Label brand and sales. Developed comprehensive training seminars for field personnel. Vendor management and fill rate responsibilities; Risk management. Global sourcing tours of duty in Canada (6), China (6), Mexico (4), Taiwan (1) & USA (16) Hired, trained & fired in-line with company objectives.
Kevin Whalen's past jobs
Complete replenishment responsibilities - demand review, forecasting, PO issuance, Open Order follow-up and all necessary expediting.
Company relocated to Springfield, TN Complete purchasing responsibilities of customized golf tournament and accessory items.
Custom assortment planning and OTB responsibility (15 locations $16M)
Big Box retail sporting goods - golf department (180 locations). Complete assortment planning and regional promotional product/sales/flyer responsibilities.
Regional specialty golf stores and national mail order catalog - (80 locations - $110mm)
Regional very seasonal mom & pop specialty golf & tennis retail stores (12 locations - $17M).