Genuine Parts Co., a global distributor of automotive and industrial replacement parts, announced its board of directors has appointed James Howe to the position of president, Motion, the company's industrial business, effective April 1, 2024. With nearly three decades of dedicated service to the company, Howe brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new role.
In his new capacity, Howe will continue to report to Randy Breaux, group president, GPC North America.
"James has an impressive history, having served in numerous executive roles during his long career at Motion," said Paul Donahue, chairman and CEO. "His extensive experience makes him an excellent choice to lead Motion. We feel confident that under James's leadership, our talented and experienced Motion team will continue to achieve great results."
Established in 1928, Genuine Parts Co. is a leading global service organization specializing in the distribution of automotive and industrial replacement parts. The 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 its Industrial Parts Group serves customers in the U.S., Canada, Mexico and Australasia.
