Alan Thacker Email & Phone Number

Kirkland, WA, US

Kent, Washington, US

Over the years, I wore a few different hats, including managing our graphic artist team, our customer service team, calling on some of our customers and providing sales and analytical support for our largest customers.

Springfield, MO, US

I managed some of the largest sales dollar categories for O'Reilly, including motor oil, antifreeze and chemicals.

Responsible for forecasting sales, margin and inventory for 30 store chain of sporting goods stores (formerly known as G.I. Joe's). Worked with all the buyers and with senior management on tracking financial goals and objectives. In the fall of 2008, I also assumed responsibility for the automotive buyers. In March 2009, Joe's filed for chapter 11.

I managed the "Rack & Rig" buying team for our 30 store chain. Rack & Rig includes car racks, truck and auto parts & accessories, and marine & RV supplies. I also managed front end merchandising (food, candy and gifts). G.I. Joe's stores are a combination of sporting goods, hunting & fishing products and the Rack & Rig merchandise with stores in Oregon.

PACCAR Automotive was a division of PACCAR, the manufacturer of Kenworth and Peterbuilt trucks. Our division ran two auto parts chains, Al's Auto Supply and Grand Auto, with stores in California, Oregon, Washington and Alaska. I bought or supervised the buying of motor oil, automotive chemicals and tires.PACCAR sold the auto parts chains to CSK Corporation.

Bentonville, Arkansas, US

I bought arts & crafts supplies for two years and lawn & garden supplies for 5 years. I also did a short stint in the promotions department and ended my buying career at Wal-Mart in RTA furniture.During the years I was at Wal-Mart, Sam Walton was actively running the business. It was an exciting time to be at Wal-Mart, working for a premier retailer that.

Mba, Marketing Emphasis

B.A., Political Science Major, English Minor