Full-Time

Store Manager

Posted on 9/28/2025

UAP

UAP

1,001-5,000 employees

Distributes automotive and heavy-vehicle parts

No salary listed

Quebec City, QC, Canada

In Person

Category
Retail (1)
Required Skills
Management
Customer Service
Requirements
  • At least 3 years of experience in a management position where you were responsible for financial performance
  • Strong communication, organizational and problem-solving skills
  • Bilingualism in French and English, as you will be working frequently with internal customers across Canada.
Responsibilities
  • Provide excellent customer service and support sales growth by working with the store’s team, the sales representative, and the regional management team
  • Promote a culture of respect, accountability, collaboration, and teamwork
  • Help recruit and develop your team members, keep them motivated, and ensure their health and well-being
  • Manage the store budget and take the necessary steps to continuously improve financial results
  • Ensure store compliance with operational processes and standards for both wholesale and retail sales

UAP is a Canadian distributor and merchandiser of automotive parts and accessories for cars, trucks and heavy vehicles. It operates through two main divisions: Auto Parts, handling replacement parts and supplies for cars and light trucks, and Heavy Vehicle Parts, serving trucking, construction, mining and forestry sectors. The company distributes parts via its network of outlets across Canada and is part of the Genuine Parts Company family, linking it to a global parts distribution network. This relationship, plus its scale and focus on both light and heavy vehicles, differentiates it from competitors. UAP’s goal is to be the trusted supplier for automotive and heavy-vehicle parts in Canada by delivering reliable parts, support, and services to a wide range of customers with a commitment to excellence.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Montreal, Canada

Founded

1926

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Benson acquisition broadens UAP's network and service capacity throughout Canada.
  • UAP's century-old expertise strengthens position in automotive aftermarket distribution.
  • Integration of Benson enhances UAP's heavy vehicle parts offerings regionally.

What critics are saying

  • Benson integration fails, causing disruptions and customer loss in 6-12 months.
  • Amazon erodes NAPA's 70% share as online sales capture 25% DIY market in 12-24 months.
  • GPC divests UAP operations, triggering talent exodus in 18-36 months.

What makes UAP unique

  • UAP distributes automotive and heavy-duty parts including tires, shocks, and wipers across Canada.
  • Benson acquisition adds 85 Ontario and Quebec locations to UAP's national network.
  • UAP completed Benson Group acquisition in May 2025, expanding replacement parts reach.

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Modern Distribution Management (MDM)
Mar 12th, 2025
Genuine Parts’ UAP Acquires Auto Parts Distributor Benson in Canada

Cornwall, Ontario-based UAP is a distributor of automotive parts and heavy-duty parts, including tires, covers, shocks, wipers, coils and more.

Seager Publishing
Apr 7th, 2022
UAP Inc. partners with Leeds Bradford Airport Limited

UAP will be working with LBA to develop an off-grid, hydrogen-powered infrastructure hub at the airport.

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