• Genuine Parts Company announces retirement of Randy Breaux

    Alain Masse has been promoted to the newly created role of president, North America Automotive, effective August 2025.

    Genuine Parts Company announced in a press release Monday that Randy Breaux will retire as Group President, GPC North America, at the end of 2025, while Alain Masse has been promoted to the newly created role of President, North America Automotive, effective August 2025.

    Masse will transition from his current position as President of UAP, Inc., GPC's Canadian automotive business. Breaux will serve in an advisory role until his retirement to assist with the transition.

    "It is with great appreciation we share Randy's decision to retire. He has been an invaluable asset to GPC throughout his 14 years with the company, including his recent years as Group President, GPC North America," said Will Stengel, president and CEO. "His dedication to people and leadership has been instrumental in building strong, trusted relationships across our industrial and automotive segments."

    Masse joined GPC in 2011 as executive vice president, Heavy Vehicle Parts Division at UAP, Inc., and was promoted to executive vice president, NAPA two years later. He became president of UAP in 2015. Masse will oversee automotive businesses across North America.

    "We are thrilled to announce Alain's promotion to President, North America Automotive," Stengel continued. "Under Alain's leadership, UAP has successfully partnered with independent owners, suppliers, and customers to drive significant improvements in performance and market share. This transition highlights the strength of our leadership bench and the effectiveness of our succession planning."

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