• 1968 November 01

Company Description

Uni Select is a distributor of automotive replacement parts, equipment, tools, and accessories.

Uni-Select Inc. was founded in 1968 thanks to the vision of 12 Québec businessmen who decided to join forces to form a purchasing group for aftermarket parts. Since then, Uni-Select has become a North American leader in the distribution of replacement parts, equipment, paint, tools and auto accessories, and the 5th largest distributor in the United States. The network Uni-Select Inc. now includes more than 8500 members and independent wholesalers and more than 400 corporate stores, serving some 15,000 points of sale through more than 50 distribution centers across North America. The name Uni-Select was chosen to reflect the founding members’ main motivation in creating the buying group. The mission of Uni-Select Inc. is to grow Uni-Select into one of North America’s leading automotive and related products distribution organization, creating value by expertly managing its supply chain and by driving its sales and marketing organizations to be market and customer driven. Uni-Select Inc. strives to create a working environment that brings out the best in their employees. Uni-Select Inc. encourages them to develop their talents with training programs and talent management tools. Uni-Select Inc.'s recognition programs motivate employees to invest themselves in initiatives that deliver favorable results for the entire Corporation.