The Pep Boys – Manny, Moe & Jack (NYSE:PBY),
the nation's leading automotive aftermarket retail and service chain,
today appointed Bryan B. Hoppe as its Vice President –
Loss Prevention. Mr. Hoppe will oversee the Company’s
shrink and safety programs and report directly to EVP –
Chief Financial Officer Raymond L. Arthur.
Mr. Hoppe most recently served as Vice President, Asset Protection for
Advance Auto Parts, where he was employed since 1995 in operations and
loss prevention management positions of increasing responsibility.
Mr. Arthur said, “We are extremely pleased to
add another automotive aftermarket veteran to our management team. I am
confident that Bryan’s experience and
expertise will assist us in minimizing losses stemming from shrink and
safety issues, which is essential to achieving one of our stated
priorities: maximizing profits.”
About Pep Boys
Pep Boys has over 560 stores and approximately 6,000 service bays in 35
states and Puerto Rico. Along with its vehicle repair and maintenance
capabilities, the Company also serves the commercial auto parts delivery
market and is one of the leading sellers of replacement tires in the
United States. Customers can find the nearest location by calling 1-800
-PEP-BOYS or by visiting www.pepboys.com.
Pep Boys, Philadelphia
Investor Contact:
Ray Arthur, CFO,
215-430-9720
or
Media Contact:
Peter A. Robinson,
215-430-9553
