Trico Products Corporation, a global leader in wiper blade technology, was recently named the Supply Chain Reliability Vendor of the Year by Advance Auto Parts.
This award recognizes Trico for superior planning and management of weather-dependent product availability. Trico has supplied Advance Auto Parts, a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider in North America, with a wide range of wiper blades for retail sale since 1983.
“Trico has provided superior planning and category management for our windshield wipers line throughout our 33-year partnership,” said Charles Tyson, executive vice president, merchandising, marketing, and replenishment for Advance Auto Parts. “We’re honored to present Trico with the Supply Chain Reliability Vendor of the Year award as a recognition of their exemplary service and partnership in growing our wiper blade category.”
“This award signifies Trico’s successful partnership with valued retailers such as Advance Auto Parts,” said Mike McKee, executive vice president sales and marketing, Crowne Automotive Aftermarket Group. “With a mutual commitment to service and high-quality solutions, it is not a coincidence that our partnership is 33 years strong. Together, we continue to offer both professional automotive experts and do-it-yourself enthusiasts with best-in-class wiper blade technology.”