PHILADELPHIA -- Pep Boys has appointed Bryan Hoppe as its new vice president – loss prevention. Hoppe will oversee the company’s shrink and safety programs and report directly to Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Raymond Arthur.

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.

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.”

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