AutoZone, Inc. announced on October 20, 2026, that Jamere Jackson, the company’s Chief Financial Officer, has resigned effective November 25, 2026. Mr. Jackson will leave AutoZone to assume the position of Chief Financial Officer at FedEx Corporation.
According to the filing, Mr. Jackson’s departure is not related to AutoZone’s financial or operating results. The company stated that the resignation is due to a professional opportunity outside the automotive aftermarket industry. The filing notes that there is no disagreement between Mr. Jackson and the company regarding financial, operational, accounting, or reporting policies.
AutoZone has initiated an external search to find a successor for Mr. Jackson. In the interim, J. Scott Murphy, the company’s Vice President and Controller, will serve as both the principal accounting officer and principal financial officer for purposes of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
In a press release dated October 26, 2026, President and Chief Executive Officer Phil Daniele highlighted Mr. Jackson’s six-year tenure at the company. Mr. Daniele stated that Mr. Jackson was a key contributor to strategies that drove record sales, earnings, and earnings per share. The company emphasized that its finance and accounting team is experienced and deeply tenured, ensuring seamless continuity during the leadership transition.
As of August 29, 2026, AutoZone operated 6,863 stores in the U.S., 1,001 in Mexico, and 167 in Brazil, for a total of 8,031 stores. The company is a leading retailer and distributor of automotive replacement parts and accessories in the Americas.
