Federated Names Co-Man Vendors Of The Year; KYB Takes Top Honors

June 17, 2015 11:37 AM
Posted by Bacbox aftermarketNews Staff 
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KYB Americas Corp. has once again been honored by Federated Auto Parts as its Outstanding Co-Man Vendor of the Year.

“The Federated Co-Man program is instrumental to the success of Federated and its members. This year’s winners have embraced the Co-Man philosophy and have consistently delivered,” said Rusty Bishop, CEO of Federated Auto Parts. “Top honors go to KYB for overall excellence. The entire KYB team works closely with our staff to ensure that the Co-Man program functions productively for the Federated membership. It is only fitting that they be honored once again with this important award. We thank them for their partnership and continued support.

Presented annually, the prestigious Federated Co-Man vendor awards recognize supplier partners that have shown outstanding dedication and support of the Federated Co-Man operation and programs. The Federated Co-Man enterprise began with Federated members deciding to open a jointly owned warehouse. According to Federated, the operation has seen significant growth each year since its inception, expanding numerous times to meet the rapidly growing demand of members.

 

 

KYB Americas Receives Two Awards at Parts Authority Show

KYB Americas Corp. is proud to announce it was recently presented with two Awards at Parts Authority’s Trade Show held at Citi Field in New York. After an exciting event, KYB Northeast Territory Sales Manager Rob Africano was awarded the outstanding Service Representative of the Year and KYB was also named a Parts Authority Partner of Excellence.

“I always like to tell my customers there is price, quality and service… pick two. Rarely can a supplier deliver all three. KYB’s quality, at their price point, coupled with the superb representation supplied by Rob Africano, allowed the triple play to occur!” said Parts Authority President and CEO Randy Buller. “We were very pleased to award KYB the Parts Authority Partner in Excellence Award, as well as Rob Africano the Parts Authority Representative of the Year. The 40 year partnership between KYB and Parts Authority makes us that much prouder! ”

“We are honored to be recognized by Parts Authority for not only our partnership with their great organization, but the efforts of Rob Africano as well. Parts Authority is a valued customer and it’s great to see the results of our joint efforts,” commented KYB Vice President Mike Fiorito. “We also weren’t surprised Rob received an award for his commitment. He is a very talented and dedicated individual and we are proud of what Rob has accomplished for the KYB Team.”

Rob Africano joined KYB Americas in June of 2006 covering sections of the Northeast that includes New York, Maryland and DC. Since 2006, Rob has earned many individual company sales awards. Prior to KYB, Rob held manager roles at IBF, Beck/Arnley and Interco Parts Corp.

KYB Corporation is a $4 billion global hydraulics manufacturer with over 8,100 employees and sells its products in over 100 countries. The company is a world leading supplier of shocks and struts to vehicle manufacturers and has a full range of domestic and import shocks and struts for the aftermarket. For more information, log onto www.kyb.com.

KYB Americas Corp. Wins AIA Website Award

KYB Americas Corp. recently received an Auto International Association (AIA) award for the Best Website Presentation of a Product Line for Import Cars or Trucks at the 2014 Automotive Aftermarket Parts Expo in Las Vegas. AIA operates as a segment of the Auto Care Association

The award recognized KYB’s new website launched in April of 2014.  The website was designed to help the motorist make better decisions about designed ride control performance and help service providers with better sales & communication tools.

“We are very honored to be recognized by AIA for the improvements on www.kyb.com ,” said KYB’s Director of Marketing & Training Mac McGovern. “Everybody on our marketing, product and customer support teams had a hand in creating the content and layout of our new site and for that we are thankful.  We’d also like to thank some of our key customers that provided input that proved critical to the success of the site thus far.  We are excited to expand and develop the site to continue our efforts to help the industry and interested consumers.”

KYB Corporation is a $4 billion global hydraulics manufacturer with over 8,100 employees and sells its products in over 100 countries. The company is a world leading supplier of shocks and struts to vehicle manufacturers and has a full range of domestic and import shocks and struts for the aftermarket. For more information, log ontowww.kyb.com.

KYB Americas Awarded National Pronto Association Partnership Award

KYB Americas Corp. is proud to announce it was recently presented with the National Pronto Association’s Partnership Award.  The announcement was made at the Pronto Fall Shareholder’s Conference and Expo in San Francisco, CA.  The award is voted on by Pronto’s members across North America using relevant criteria that help members achieve their goals.

“Partnership is a concept that sometimes carries a nebulous meaning, due to the overuse of the term:  Not so at Pronto,” said Mike Mohler, Vice President, National Pronto Association. “When members vote for this prestigious award, they are asked to concentrate on “that” vendor who is indispensable to their business – one who transcends the boundaries of a mere seller and buyer relationship, steeping solidly into to the realm of:  consultant, analyst, category manager, and confidant.  We are thrilled to honor the folks at KYB for delighting our members and exceeding our lofty expectations.”

“We are incredibly honored to be recognized by Pronto’s membership as their Partner of the year,” commented KYB Vice President Mike Fiorito.  “Everyone in our organization has a hand in helping KYB provide the world class support to each member’s unique needs.  When Pronto’s members have success, we succeed.  We look forward to our continued partnership with Pronto and their Membership.”

KYB Corporation is a $4 billion global hydraulics manufacturer with over 8,100 employees and sells its products in over 100 countries. The company is a world leading supplier of shocks and struts to vehicle manufacturers and has a full range of domestic and import shocks and struts for the aftermarket. For more information, log onto www.kyb.com.

KYB Americas Corp. Co-Man Vendor of the Year by Federated Auto Parts

Federated Auto Parts recently awarded KYB Americas as the “2013 Co-Man Vendor of the Year” at Federated’s Annual Meeting in Phoenix, Ariz. This is the third time KYB Americas has been recognized with this award.

“KYB earned our Co-Man Vendor of the Year award by demonstrating exceptional performance and doing their part day in and day out to make sure our Co-Man operation runs smoothly and efficiently. We want to thank the entire KYB team for going the extra mile for the Federated membership,” said Rusty Bishop, CEO of Federated Auto Parts.

“It is tremendously rewarding to be recognized by Federated Auto Parts again as their 2013 Co-Man Vendor of the Year. The KYB team as a whole is fully dedicated to providing the best support and superior product quality to the Federated Group,” commented KYB Vice President Mike Fiorito. “To win this award three times means a lot to the KYB Team and reaffirms our commitments to strive to be our customers #1 supplier.”

KYB Corporation is a $4 billion global hydraulics manufacturer with over 8,100 employees and sells its products in over 100 countries. The company is the world’s largest supplier of shocks and struts to vehicle manufacturers and has a full range of domestic and import shocks and struts for the aftermarket. For more information, log onto www.kyb.com.

KYB Americas Corp. Wins Communications Award for e-Learning Newsletter

KYB Americas Corp. received an Automotive Communications Award (ACA) for business to business communications excellence at the 2013 Automotive Aftermarket Parts Expo in Las Vegas. ACA awards are administered and sponsored by the CAR Care Council Women’s Board and the Automotive Communications Council.  These two organizations recognize outstanding efforts in advertising, marketing, merchandising and PR.

The award recognized KYB’s business to business (manufacturer to service provider) e-Learning Newsletter.  The newsletter is a key support component of KYB’s industry leading Certified Ride Control Center Program and is intended to broaden the communication link between KYB and professional automotive service providers across the U.S. and Canada.  In addition to offering tips and advice on successful ride control sales methods at the service counter, the newsletter includes ride control technical topics, as well as photo insights about KYB’s OEA manufacturing processes.

To receive the Ride Control Expert Series newsletter, service providers must either be a member of KYB’s Certified Ride Control Center Program or be on KYB’s mail-to list. The newsletter provides an exclusive channel for top level service providers to receive ride control information, training, and news not available anywhere else.

“We are very excited that a vital component of our Certified Ride Control Center Program was recognized with an award during industry week this year,” said KYB’s Marketing Manager Kyle Freund. “Our e-Learning Newsletter has received tremendous feedback from both service providers as well as our distribution channel partners. This is just one more example of how we help the service provider earn sales and improve their reputation by understanding the purpose and high standards of the parts they install.”

KYB Corporation is a $4.2 billion global hydraulics manufacturer with over 8,100 employees and sells its products in over 100 countries. The company is the world’s largest supplier of shocks and struts to vehicle manufacturers and has a full range of domestic and import shocks and struts for the aftermarket. For more information, log onto www.kyb.com.

KYB: Vendor of the Year for Order Fill by Federated Auto Parts

Federated Auto Parts recently awarded KYB Americas as the “2012 Co-Man Vendor of the Year for Order Fill” at Federated’s Annual Meeting in Orlando, Florida.

“While all of our Co-Man vendors do an excellent job supporting the program, KYB really understands the importance of order fill to the overall success of our Co-Man operation,” said Rusty Bishop, CEO of Federated Auto Parts. “KYB is a long-time Co-Man supplier and, because they consistently go over and above to deliver results, we are pleased to recognize them as the Federated Co-Man Vendor of the Year for Order Fill.”

“KYB is delighted to be recognized by Federated Co-Man as their 2012 Vendor of the Year for order fill. As a group, we are constantly striving to improve our inventory and operational procedures to better serve our channel partners,” commented KYB Vice President Mike Fiorito. “This award highlights the hard work and effort of the entire KYB Team. We are very proud to be acknowledged with this honor”

KYB Corporation is a $4 billion global hydraulics manufacturer with over 8,100 employees and sells its products in over 100 countries. The company is the world’s largest supplier of shocks and struts to vehicle manufacturers and has a full range of domestic and import shocks and struts for the aftermarket. For more information, log onto www.kyb.com.

Federated Auto Parts Names KYB America Marketing Vendor of the Year

Federated Auto Parts recently awarded KYB America the “2010 Marketing Vendor of the Year” at Federated’s Annual Meeting in Orlando, Florida.

“We congratulate KYB for being selected by our membership as the 2010 Marketing Vendor of the Year,” said Rusty Bishop, CEO of Federated Auto Parts. “Through the use of videos, brochures, tech tips and more, KYB does an excellent job communicating the importance of shocks and struts to vehicle safety and performance. KYB is proactive in its marketing efforts and is a great partner in helping our members and customers grow their businesses.”

“We are very honored and grateful to receive this prestigious award. Earning the Federated Marketing Vendor of the Year award demonstrates the ‘World Class’ commitment and support KYB provides to the Federated Group,” commented KYB Vice President Mike Fiorito. “This award is an indication of the diligent efforts that the entire KYB Team puts forth in order to be recognized by our customers as their best supplier.”

KYB Corporation is a $3.8 billion global hydraulics manufacturer with over 8,100 employees and sells its products in over 100 countries. The company is the world’s largest supplier of shocks and struts to vehicle manufacturers and has a full range of domestic and import shocks and struts for the aftermarket. For more information, log onto www.kyb.com.