Genuine Parts Company Announces Executive Officer Changes

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Genuine Parts Company (NYSE: GPC) announced key executive changes, with Randy Breaux retiring as Group President, GPC North America at the end of 2025 after 14 years with the company. Alain Masse has been promoted from President of UAP (GPC's Canadian automotive business) to the newly created position of President, North America Automotive, effective August 2025. Masse, who joined GPC in 2011, will oversee automotive businesses across North America and report to CEO Will Stengel. During his tenure at UAP, Masse has demonstrated success in partnering with independent owners and suppliers, driving performance improvements and market share growth. Breaux will serve in an advisory role until his retirement to ensure a smooth transition.

Positive

• Planned and orderly leadership transition with retiring executive staying on in advisory role
• Internal promotion demonstrates strong succession planning and leadership development
• New consolidated North America Automotive role could create operational synergies
• Incoming leader has proven track record of improving performance and market share at UAP

Negative

• Loss of experienced executive with 14 years of company knowledge
• Potential disruption during leadership transition period

Randy Breaux to Retire as Group President, GPC North America
Alain Masse Promoted to President, North America Automotive

ATLANTA, June 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Genuine Parts Company (NYSE: GPC), a leading global service provider of automotive and industrial replacement parts and value-added solutions, announces Randy Breaux's decision to retire as Group President, GPC North America at the end of 2025. The company also announced Alain Masse's promotion from President, UAP, Inc., GPC's Canadian automotive business, to the newly created role of President, North America Automotive, effective August 2025. Mr. Breaux will serve in an advisory role until his retirement to assist in an orderly and seamless 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. Randy has played a key role in the selection process of his successor, showing true character and commitment to GPC. We are deeply grateful for his remarkable contributions and wish him all the best in this new chapter of his life."

Mr. Masse joined GPC in 2011 as Executive Vice President, Heavy Vehicle Parts Division at UAP, Inc. and was promoted two years later to Executive Vice President, NAPA. In 2015, he was named President of UAP. With over 14 years of progressive experience at GPC, Mr. Masse is a highly motivated leader with a deep understanding of the automotive aftermarket industry and NAPA business model.

In the new role, Mr. Masse will oversee the automotive businesses across North America. He will report to Will Stengel, President and Chief Executive Officer.

"We are thrilled to announce Alain's promotion to President, North America Automotive," Mr. Stengel continued. "This strategic decision helps build on the momentum in our North America automotive business and creates new commercial opportunities given the similar operating strategies. Under Alain's leadership, UAP has successfully partnered with independent owners, suppliers and customers to drive significant improvements in performance and market share. He is widely respected for his collaborative, leadership style, deep commitment to partnership and proven ability to build high-performing, accountable teams. This transition highlights the strength of our leadership bench and the effectiveness of our succession planning."

About Genuine Parts Company
Established in 1928, Genuine Parts Company is a leading global service provider of automotive and industrial replacement parts and value-added solutions. Our Automotive Parts Group operates across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Australasia, France, the U.K., Ireland, Germany, Poland, the Netherlands, Belgium, Spain and Portugal, while our Industrial Parts Group serves customers in the U.S., Canada, Mexico and Australasia. We keep the world moving with a vast network of over 10,700 locations spanning 17 countries supported by more than 63,000 teammates. Learn more at genpt.com.

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FAQ

Who is replacing Randy Breaux at Genuine Parts Company (GPC)?

Alain Masse is being promoted to the newly created role of President, North America Automotive, effective August 2025, following Randy Breaux's retirement announcement.

What is Alain Masse's experience at GPC?

Alain Masse has been with GPC since 2011, starting as Executive VP of Heavy Vehicle Parts Division at UAP, becoming Executive VP of NAPA in 2013, and serving as President of UAP since 2015.

When will Randy Breaux retire from GPC?

Randy Breaux will retire as Group President, GPC North America at the end of 2025.

What will be Alain Masse's responsibilities in his new role at GPC?

As President, North America Automotive, Masse will oversee all automotive businesses across North America, reporting directly to CEO Will Stengel.

What is Randy Breaux's role during the transition period at GPC?

Randy Breaux will serve in an advisory role until his retirement at the end of 2025 to assist in an orderly and seamless transition.