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Patrick Prevatte

Holden Beach

Summary

Results-focused management professional with 35 years of progressive leadership experience. Skilled in transforming high-potential staff into outstanding leaders, showcasing critical creativity and savvy for financial and operational success. Proficient in various computer operating platforms such as Excel, Microsoft Office, J-Con, ADIS, Prism, and Activant Eagle systems. Extensive knowledge in automotive manufacturing, aftermarket supply chain, and inventory forecast.

Overview

43
43
years of professional experience

Work History

District Manager

Advance Auto Parts
09.2015 - 07.2025
  • Supervised various locations, enforcing high-quality standards of operation.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures as well as federal/state regulations by conducting regular audits of operational practices at each location within the district.
  • Boosted employee morale by creating a positive work environment that encouraged teamwork, collaboration, and professional growth opportunities.
  • Fostered an environment of open communication between management teams across the district to share best practices in operations optimization and problem-solving techniques.
  • Evaluated store performance regularly using data analysis tools to identify areas of improvement and implement targeted action plans for continuous growth.
  • Collaborated with senior management on strategic planning initiatives aimed at maximizing profitability while maintaining high standards of quality across the district.
  • Promoted culture of accountability, setting clear expectations and conducting regular performance evaluations.

Unit Field Trainer

Banker's Life
07.2013 - 09.2015
  • Train and develop new agents on product offerings and advanced sales techniques. Develop and conduct unit and regional training seminars including team building, retention, and best practices.
  • Manage clients insurance and estate planning portfolio.

Director of Operations

Grooms Engines
12.2010 - 01.2013
  • Improve the operational systems, processes and policies in support of organizations mission specifically, support better management reporting, information flow and management, business process and organizational planning.
  • Manage and increase the effectiveness and efficiency of Support Services (HR, IT and Finance), through improvements to each function as well as coordination and communication between support and business functions.
  • Play a significant role in long-term planning, including an initiative geared toward operational excellence.
  • Oversee overall financial management, planning, systems and controls.

District Manager/Regional Sales Manager/ Motorcraft Administrator

Parts Depot
01.2008 - 11.2010
  • Responsible for 10 locations and a budget of 14 million dollars.
  • P & L responsibility to maintain gross profit, box margins, and Ebitda.
  • Budget forecasts based on sales trends.
  • Retain and hire store managers.

Regional Sales Manager

Parts Depot
06.2007 - 01.2008
  • Implement and develop sales strategies and programs. Senior sales leader of a team of 10 store managers and 6 account executives.

President

Prevatte Auto Parts
07.1997 - 06.2007
  • Responsible for day to day operations, payroll, category management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, human resources, Logistics.

Store Manager

Prevatte Auto Parts
06.1987 - 09.1997

Counter Professional

Prevatte Auto Parts
12.1982 - 06.1987

Education

Business

University of North Carolina Pembroke
Pembroke, NC

Skills

  • Operations management
  • Inventory control
  • Policy/program development
  • Product management
  • Budgeting
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Supervision and training
  • Vendor negotiations
  • Supply chain management
  • Multimillion-dollar P&L Management

Timeline

District Manager

Advance Auto Parts
09.2015 - 07.2025

Unit Field Trainer

Banker's Life
07.2013 - 09.2015

Director of Operations

Grooms Engines
12.2010 - 01.2013

District Manager/Regional Sales Manager/ Motorcraft Administrator

Parts Depot
01.2008 - 11.2010

Regional Sales Manager

Parts Depot
06.2007 - 01.2008

President

Prevatte Auto Parts
07.1997 - 06.2007

Store Manager

Prevatte Auto Parts
06.1987 - 09.1997

Counter Professional

Prevatte Auto Parts
12.1982 - 06.1987

Business

University of North Carolina Pembroke