Welcome!
Team Meet the
Meet the Team All Store Driven and from a Parts Store Background
FRED BUNTING Chairman
TODD LEIMENSTOLL President and CEO
MURRAY SMITH VP of Stores and Sales
JIM HARTHORN VP of Distribution
SHELLY HOOK VP of Inventory
JOHN SANFORD VP of Product and Suppliers
DON BUSH Major Project Manager
TERRY COLLINS General Manager - Northern MI Stores
Approach our
How we do business
Honesty
Long-term Growth
Relationships
Street Presence
• Honesty and Integrity in everything we do! • Stay aggressive and build for the long term • Strong emphasis on technology
• Enjoy and invest in strong personal relationships with customers and employees • Invest time into being on the streets calling on Parts Stores and Installers • Strongest in market and overnight availability
Join Us? Why
Auto-Wares Advantage
• Family-owned, Michigan-based company • Fast changing marketplace • Strategic geographic fit • People - YOU!
YOU Let’s talk about
• We can only be successful if YOU are comfortable and informed. This is our priority! • YOU are the person that customers trust when asking if this is a good thing. • YOU are the person we will rely on daily once we leave. • YOU are the most important part in building upon the success of Thirlby Automotive. It’s all about the People at Auto-Wares
Getting Started
• Everyone’s information has been sent to Auto-Wares HR to pre-load as much information as possible. • An on-boarding team will be here 1/27/22 through 2/04/22. Then available by phone or appointment through 3/04/22. • Packets have been pre-built for each of you. • Each of you will have a 1-on-1 meeting to help you with completion of all necessary paperwork and to answer any personal questions you may have.
We will be completing employment applications, tax forms, and I-9 forms at 1-on-1 meetings.
Things to Bring
Two forms of identification Drivers License, Social Security or Alternate ID See next page for details
1
A voided personal check
2
For payroll direct deposit
Bank account & routing numbers For HSA account deposits (if applicable)
3
Wages and Paycheck
• Your current wage will transfer to Auto-Wares. • Auto-Wares pays bi-weekly (calendar enclosed).
• Your first pay date with Auto-Wares will be April 7, 2022 (calendar enclosed). • Auto-Wares will provide a bridge bonus to ease transition on pay date alignment (calendar enclosed). • You will be paid by Thirlby Automotive for any time due through March 27, 2022. • Your first full check with Auto-Wares will be on April 21, 2022. • Checks and direct deposit stubs are sent to each store in sealed red bags. • Direct deposits are strongly ENCOURAGED. It’s the fastest and most consistent way to get your paycheck in your hands!
Benefits overview of
• Note possible terminology difference; Auto-Wares combines all vacation and sick time earned from Thirlby Automotive into paid time off (PTO) hours. • Your remaining earned PTO will be paid out by Thirlby Automotive. • Auto-Wares will honor time off requests that were pre-paid by Thirlby Automotive. • 2022 PTO levels will be matched by Auto-Wares. • All currently scheduled PTO dates are OK to take as normally approved. • PTO time resets annually on January 1. • Additional time is earned going forward based on your time employed with Auto-Wares as outlined in our employee handbook. Paid Time Off
• Holiday pay will be in place immediately for all full time positions that currently are qualified. • Any recent hires that are not currently eligible for paid holidays will be required to meet the normal 90-day wait period with Auto-Wares. • Paid holidays match with exception of additional ½ day holiday pay on Christmas Eve. Paid Holidays • Thanksgiving Day • Christmas Eve (1/2) • Christmas Day • New Years Day • Memorial Day • Fourth of July • Labor Day
• Auto-Wares has multiple health plan selections available. • All full-time employees working 30 hours or more will be offered benefits on April 1, 2022. • Notification emails will be sent out prior to effective date of April 1, 2022. • Participation in our Medical Wellness program qualifies you for a discounted rate. • That discount rate will be given to all employees for 2022 and 2023. • You will need to participate in 2023 for 2024 medical plan discounts (plenty of communication prior). • Dental and Vision will be made available at the same time as medical offering. Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits
401K Retirement Accounts
• You will be given the opportunity to immediately roll over qualifying retirement accounts into the Auto-Wares 401k plan provided by Principal Financial. • We match 2% when you contribute 4%. This equates to a total contribution of 6%. • Eligible members will be allowed to begin contributions to the Auto-Wares 401k program as of July 1, 2022.
Personalized Benefits Plan Overview
Benefits Overview Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays Short Term Disability Insurance Medical Insurance $10,000 Life Insurance Policy
• All insurance and benefits information can be found immediately in Kronos and all informa- tion will be provided within the Benefits Center website during your enrollment. An after-hours WebEx will be scheduled during the week of March 28 - April 1, 2022 to discuss all offered insurance plans.
Dental Insurance Vision Insurance
Flex and Dependent Spending Accounts Supp. Employee/Spouse/Child Life Plan Long Term Disability Insurance
Accidental Death Insurance 401K Retirement Savings
Please direct all questions to HR: 800-444-3121 X1310
Next Steps? What are
Important Dates Jan. 25 Jan. 26 Jan. 27 Feb. 15-16
Manager’s Meeting Employee Notifications by Owner Begin Employee Onboarding Inventory - Mesik Inventory - Kingsley
Feb. 17 Feb. 28 Feb. 28 - Mar. 1 Mar. 2-3 Mar. 7-10 Mar. 14-24
Inventory - Kaleva Inventory - Honor Inventory - TC East Inventory - South and Machine Shop Inventory - 8th Street Final Valuations of AR and Inventory - Prelim. Closing Auto-Wares Ownership Begins
Mar. 27 Mar. 28
Moving Forward Together
What will not change? • The Thirlby great name stays in place! • Remains a Michigan-based and family-owned company. • Brandon Thirlby and Matt Thiebaut will lead the company locally. • All Thirlby employees will be welcomed to join Auto-Wares with current wage and paid time off levels. • Customer service and pricing will continue to be managed locally. • Thirlby product lines will not be changed unless requested by local management. • PPG & Axalta Paint programs will remain in place • Thirlby local marketing will continue. • Honesty and integrity in all business dealings. • We are all parts people working together every day to build a better company. • Thirlby and Auto-Wares 40+ relationship years will continue into a new chapter of success.
Moving Forward Together
What will change? • Retail website for buy online – pick up in store.
• MyPlace4Parts wholesale website for service professionals • Help Desk to answer all your questions usually within hours. • Inventory Availability Increased by $100,000,000+ • 1300 New Part Numbers added weekly • 8 Specialty Companies and specialist to help you capture additional sales. • 160+ OE & Import Lines • 140+ Tool & Equipment Lines • 130+ Heavy Duty & Industrial lines • 120+ Paint & Body lines • 80+ Chemical Lines • 11+ Battery Lines • 300+ Performance Lines • IT Department “in house” to deliver custom state of the art technology. • Marketing Department “in house” to assist in bringing New Business to our and our customer’s door. • 2000+ More team members like you… focused on Exceptional Customer Service.
Thirlby Automotive Group What do we want to be known for? • Provide the best same day and overnight availability to the retail and commercial accounts we serve. • Remain the strongest Refinish supplier in Northern Michigan. • Provide the most consistent on-demand and route delivery systems to the commercial accounts we serve. • Support and drive an aggressive outside sales team effort. • Support and drive an aggressive inside sales team effort. • Provide never-say-no differentiating GREAT customer service! • Build upon the Thirlby Automotive legacy in Northern, MI
Promos Example
Lollapalooza HOLIDAY STEP 01 STEP 02
Company Store Group Commercial Promotions
Purchase one or more of the gifts below, thru 11/25/21.* Order using ‘help’ link on AWIOL and select Lollapalooza.
Earn back 8% of your increased purchases, Nov. 26 - Feb. 25, over the same period last year, up to $1,000.
$ 100- 500
$ 100- 250
$ 100- 250
$ 35
YOUR CHOICE $100, $250 OR $500
YOUR CHOICE $100 OR $250
YOUR CHOICE $100 OR $250
HOME GOODS GIFT CARDS
TURKEY
VISA GIFT CARDS
OUTDOORS GIFT CARDS
$ 100- 250
$ 100- 250
$ 50
$ 550
$ 200 $ 380
HOME IMPROVEMENT GIFT CARDS
RESTAURANT GIFT CARDS
TRAVEL GIFT CARDS
TOOL COMPANY ITEMS TBA
$ 25- 50
$ 50- 150
$ 25- 50
$ 25
BOOKS AND ENTERTAINMENT GIFT CARDS
FLOWER GIFT CARDS
COFFEE GIFT CARDS
MUSIC GIFT CARDS
Account name Account # Customer name
Gift Selection
Item #
Salesperson name Store #
*All orders must be placed by 11/25/21. Customer will be invoiced upon receipt of gift item. **Previous year purchases less than $3,000 for the promotional period will be set at $3,000 as the last year base. Accounts must be current throughout the promotional period. Credit will be issued March 2022. Maximum rebate allowed for combined total of gifts is $1,000. Gifts are subject to availability and may be substituted for a different equivalent brand.
Auto-Wares Exclusive Promotions Example
ONLY MONROE OFFERS STRUT ASSEMBLIES FOR EVERY VEHICLE NEED
ATD Wheel Hub Bearing Removal Tool Purchase to Win #8629
GET 1 FREE BUY 3
MAY 1 - JUNE 30, 2021
Every $250 in cumulative purchases of the following will be entered to win the Hub Removal Tool. Increase your chances to win with MyPlace4Parts – purchases thru MP4P will be doubled support our brands and win!
*Customers will receive 25% off Monroe and/or Rancho when purchasing any combination of 4 qualifying Monroe or Rancho Shocks or Struts on the same invoice. Qualifying series: Quick-Strut, Road-Matic, Reflex, Road-Matic Plus, OESpectrum, Sensa-Trac, Max-Air, Gas-Magnum, Load Adjusting and Rancho. Sales will be tracked automatically through Data Warehouse. Credits to be issued to the store after the promotion. CW Coupon Code: 143.
(20) Hub Removal Tool to be awarded weekly on Mondays starting May 10, 2021. Limit 1 per location. Purchases will be tracked through Data Warehouse. Prizes will be shipped to the servicing store within 7 days of winning.
Promotion Valid: April 1 - May 31, 2021
Service Dealer
Example
Specialty Co Promotions
Tool Connection PLUS Prices in effect until 7/31/21
DISTRIBUTED BY:
Available Through:
The AutoBody Refinisher extra
#F25
Meguiars Professional Cleaning Products FREE diluter system when you buy (5) 5-gallon Megiuars Professional products
$ 131.89
$ 169.95
$ 99.95 U-View Spot Gun Dye Injection System #471500A
$ 123.95 ATD R1234YF/R134A Manifold Gauge Set #3681
ATD 1.8 CFM Vacuum Pump #3451
FJC Electronic Charging Scale #2850
All-Purpose Cleaner
Citrus Power Cleaner
Super Degreaser
•
Fast-acting, residue-free exterior cleaner 4:1 heavy, 10:1 light
• • • •
Low foam interior cleaner
• • •
Ideal for interior surfaces
Great for machines 4:1 heavy, 10:1 light
Fabric softeners
•
4:1 heavy and 10:1 light cleaning
Extractors - 20:1 cold, 64:1 hot
Available Sizes
Available Sizes
$21.49, Gallon - #D10801 $81.98, 5 gallon - #D10805 $2.99, Empty Spray Bottle* - #D20108
Available Sizes
$13.69, Gallon - #D10101 $56.98, 5 gallon - #D10105 $2.99, Empty Spray Bottle* - #D20101
$ 3,199.99 Robinar Economy A/C R134A Recover, Recycle, Recharge
$ 1,259.95
$ 1,189.95
$ 6,071.99 Robinar R1234YF Wi-Fi Connected A/C Machine #AC1234-9
$14.69, Gallon - #D10701 $61.98, 5 gallon - #D10705 $2.99, Empty Spray Bottle* - #D20107PK12
Mastercool R134A Recovery System #69100
Mastercool R1234YF Recovery System #69391
Shampoo Plus
Citrus-Blast Wash & Wax
Glass Cleaner
Machine #34288NI
• •
Safe for tinted windows Consistent streak-free results
•
Hyper-concentrated for all exterior surfaces Conditioners and wax boost shine
•
Lubricates to reduce scratching
•
• •
Boosts gloss
• 10:1 Available Sizes
128:1 Available Sizes
Delivering the Power You Need to Get Going $ 249.95
• 128:1 Available Sizes
ATD FANS ENERGY EFFICIENT
$20.99, Gallon - #D11101 $70.98, 5 gallon - #D11105
$19.28, Gallon - #D12001 $2.99, Empty Spray Bottle* - #D20120
$19.99, Gallon - #D11301 $78.18, 5 gallon - #D11305
$ 96.29
$ 699.95
$ 249.79
Non-acidic Wheel & Tire Cleaner
Silicone-Free Dressing
Iron Decon
•
Removes iron particles from wheels and paint
•
Deep gloss and shine on all rubber and plastic surfaces
•
Removes brake dust, light grease and dirt Safe for clear coated, paint- ed, and chrome wheels
•
Available Sizes
Available Sizes
$31.29, Gallon - #D16101 $133.98, 5 gallon - #D16105 $2.99, Empty Spray Bottle* - #D20161
• 2:1 mix Available Sizes
$63.99, Gallon - #D180101 $249.68, 5 gallon - #D180105 $2.99, Empty Spray Bottle* - #D201801
$17.99, Gallon - #D14301 $76.98, 5 gallon - #D14305 $2.99, Empty Spray Bottle* - #D20143
20" Floor Fan #30320A
30" Oscillating Fan #30334A
48" Drum Fan #30348
30" Pedestal Fan #30330A
*Empty Spray Bottles do not come with spray nozzles. Spray Nozzles D110516 (standard) $1.99 or D110542 (chemical resistant) $3.39
Example
Ag and Fleet Promotions
AG
Pricing Available 2/25/20 – 3/25/20 & FLEET SALE Pricing Available 2/25/21 – 3/25/21
5W-20 #5110, 10W-30 #5124, 5W-30 #5172, 20W-50 #5130, 10W-40 #5136 CONVENTIONAL YOUR CHOICE 470 00 After $50 Rebate* 55 GALLON DRUMS
2 , 2021 - 10% OFF Purchase $250 or more* of 10 DAYS ONLY 10% OFF Purchase $250 or more* of 10 DAYS ONLY , 2021 Mann or WIX Filters and receive 10% o ff * $250 must be on the same invoice Mann or WIX Filters and receive 10% o ff * $250 must be on the same invoice Coupon code #410 2 , 2021 -
* 55 GALLON REBATES START MARCH 1ST!
, 2021
FULL SYNTHETIC YOUR CHOICE 659 After $50 Rebate*
00
5W-20 #841544 5W-30 #841545 0W-20 #879755
DEXRON III/ MERCON AUTOMATIC TRANS FLUID 466 00 After $50 Rebate*
Coupon code #410
124 99 #1131MF HEAVY DUTY COMMERCIAL 12 VOLT BATTERY
#5348
Special computer-aided design and heavy-duty manufacturing techniques mean more durability for line haul trucks, buses, farm tractors and off-road equipment. 24 99 #59500 2″ X 20′ RECOVERY STRAP Sewn end loops with an overlay of high-tenacity nylon ensures longer life in the pull area. Comes in handy storage bag.
5 99
#CMHS7008
XTRA CARE HAND SANITIZER
8 OZ. PUMP
Auto-Wares Line Cards Example
LIGHT TRAILER PARTS 2020 TRAILER QUICK REFERENCE
MARINE & TRAILER DIRECTORY
2020-21
Boat Parts • Trailer Parts • Chemicals • Appearance Products
Find Your Store & Parts At:
Find Your Store & Parts at: myautovaluestore.com
Auto-Wares Line Cards Example
Farm, Heavy Duty Truck & Industrial
2020-21
HD Truck + Tools & Equipment
Find Your Store and Parts at:
Find Your Store & Parts at:
March 2021
Auto-Wares Line Cards Example
CHEMICALS Domestic & Import Products SERVICE DEALER Spring/Summer 2021
®
FEATURED PRODUCTS EXPERIENCED PARTS PROFESSIONALS • LOCALLY OWNED • EXPANSIVE INVENTORY
OFFERS VALID January 25 - February 25, 2022
BOSCH BRAKES
Retail Promotions
$ 2.99 Parts Master Starting Fluid 10.7 oz, #0797
$ 2.59
$ 3.89 Parts Master Brake and Parts Cleaner 14 oz, #0732
Parts Master Windshield De-Icer 13 oz, #0796
$ 3.99
$ 7.99
$ 16.49
WD-40 WD-40 Specialist
Permatex Ultra Disc Brake Caliper Lube
Parts Master Carb and Choke Cleaner
11 oz, #490040
8 oz, #24110
13 oz, #1736
LET US KNOW HOW WE’RE DOING! LEAVE US A REVIEW ON
Customer-Centric Focus
• Staffed by team members who have worked in stores and warehouses.
Over 190,000
HelpDesk tickets are managed annually!
help@autowares.com
Team your new
1976
ORIGINAL AUTO-WARES WAREHOUSE
Specialty Companies
Locations Our
Auto-Wares Distribution Centers
Company Owned Stores Parts Store Network
Independent Owned Stores Parts Store Network
Certified Service Center Network
Customer-Centric Focus
NEVER SAY NO CAPTURE THE SALE
• Our culture! • Our future! • Hard for national competition to duplicate! • Creates a baseline expectations with customers! • Critical to our mutual success!
Fred Bunting Founder & Chairman
• Born and raised in Dearborn, MI • Started working in the business at age 14 • 3rd generation auto parts industry • Bunting family in auto parts for 75 years! • Graduated from Ferris State • University and became a WD salesman in Grand Rapids • Started Auto-Wares in 1976
Thank you for 46 fabulous years!
“Auto-Wares is a whole lot more than just auto parts. We have built a full service and full program company. Our intent is to have anything a part stores needs to be the best. We want our
customers, employees, and suppliers to enjoy a positive
environment and relationship with us. We want to be your BEST supplier!”
Fred Bunting
Ask your manager about this program!
Employee Career Path
Driver Training
• Driver Jacket • Extra PTO
Driver Ready Immediately become...
After 30 days of employment...
Career Advancement
Receive a $.35 raise
CHOOSE ONE
Dispatcher Training
Counter Training
Dispatcher or Counter Ready Immediately become...
• Extra PTO
After 6 months of employment...
Receive a $.50 raise
CHOOSE ONE
Manager Training
TSM Training
Manager or TSM Ready Immediately become...
• Extra PTO
After 2 years of employment...
Receive a $1.00 raise
Optional, eligible in 2 years... ASE Certification $.25 raise + $50 bonus
Questions? Please see the EM50-1 Path Policy & FAQ
Our Goal for 46 Years
We want to be the customer’s best supplier, as well as an honest, fair,
Key Contacts
Call Matt
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