GERMANTOWN, Tenn. — Barrie, Ontario-based Modern Sales Co-op (MSC) has joined the Automotive Distribution Network, according to Mike Lambert, Network president.
“With three warehouses serving more than 300 member locations throughout Canada, Modern Sales Co-op provides the Network with a tremendous presence and further reach across the provinces,” Lambert said. “MSC is a great company that enables the Network to have a stronger distribution pattern in the Canadian market.”
Whether analyzing existing product lines or negotiating line expansions, MSC will count on the Network to provide the information needed to make intelligent decisions, said Don Skuce, president of Modern Sales Co-op.
“The Network will help us benchmark product lines and programs to ensure that we are competitive in the marketplace,” Skuce said. “The Network also offers a wide range of marketing programs that will help us enhance our existing offerings while providing us with the flexibility to customize them accordingly to meet the needs of our members and maintain our brand identity and our distinction as being the most diverse co-operative in Canada.”
Operating under the brands of Parts Plus, IAPA, Auto Star, Auto Pride, CMB and Network Products, the Automotive Distribution Network is one of the largest, most diverse program groups in the industry.