GERMANTOWN, Tenn. – The Automotive Distribution Network has reorganized the upper management of both its product and IT departments, according to David Prater, senior vice president of the Network. The new structure is effective immediately.

Kenny Lewis has been named director of special markets. In this position, Lewis will manage the Tool & Equipment, Collision Pro and Commodities programs for all the divisions within the Network. Lewis has been involved in the aftermarket for more than 30 years, including time with Green Light, Parts Inc. and Big A Auto Parts. He has been with the Network since 2000.

 
Victor Jones has been named director of product, assuming responsibility for all hard part vendor programs. Jones has a multi-faceted background, starting with Western Auto Supply and having assignments with such companies as Parts Inc., All Pro/Bumper-To-Bumper and Mid-State Automotive. Jones has been at Network Headquarters since 2008.

Tom Frey will transfer to a newly created position as director of information and technology. Frey will manage all of the Network’s IT activities, including data warehousing, catalog management and Network Pricing Services. He has been with Network Headquarters since 2006, previously holding varied positions with Tier Parts, a New York warehouse distributor.

“This new organizational structure supports both the existing and new divisions of the Network and our future expansion plans,” said Prater. “These gentlemen have a proven track record of delivering profitable growth revenue for our membership, in addition to a history of operational excellence and people development. We are confident they will take our product and IT initiatives to the next level.”