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CarParts.com Closes Transaction to Transition Manila Captive Operations to Lean Solutions Group for New Efficiencies and Long-Term Savings
TORRANCE, Calif., Jan. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CarParts.com (NASDAQ: PRTS), a technology-driven leader in the automotive aftermarket, today announced that it
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[{"type":"text","content":"TORRANCE, Calif., Jan. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CarParts.com (NASDAQ: PRTS), a technology-driven leader in the automotive aftermarket, today announced that it has closed a transaction pursuant to a Stock Purchase Agreement and a Master Services Agreement under which it will transition its Manila-based captive operations to Lean Staffing Solutions, Inc., a subsidiary of Lean Solutions Group (LSG), a global leader in AI-enabled business operations solutions. This transaction is intended to support greater operational focus and expanded opportunities for CarParts.com's Manila team.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nUnder the agreement, Lean Solutions Group has acquired 100% of the issued and outstanding shares of CarParts.com (Philippines) Inc., and, under the Master Services Agreement, Lean Solutions Group will operate the Manila organization, including its teams across Customer Service, Back Office, Finance and Accounting, Marketing, and Technology. Financial terms were not disclosed.David Meniane, CEO of CarParts.com, said, \"Over the years, our Manila organization has grown to hundreds of employees, which requires a significant operational footprint. With the meaningful investments CarParts.com has made in proprietary tools, AI, and modern workflow systems, we are now able to operate more efficiently, streamline processes, and support our people with technology that reduces repetitive tasks and allows them to focus on work that draws on their skills and experience.\"The move is intended to streamline CarParts.com's operations, reduce complexity, and enable the organization to focus more intently on its U.S.-based distribution network, supply chain investments, technology innovation, and customer experience initiatives.By partnering with Lean Solutions Group, a best-in-class operator and global organization with nearly 10,000 employees, the Manila-based team supporting CarParts.com is expected to have access to greater career mobility, deeper training resources, and broader long-term growth opportunities.\"We are thrilled to welcome CarParts.com's Manila team into Lean Solutions Group,\" said Jack Freker, CEO of Lean Solutions Group. \"These individuals bring tremendous talent and experience, and we look forward to supporting them as they continue to deliver strong results.\"The transaction closed on January 27, 2026, with both organization...