New Parts and Distribution Warehouse For Kia
Words NZ Autocar | Images Kia New Zealand
With increasing numbers of its vehicles on road, Kia New Zealand has moved its parts centre to a new facility.
Todd McDonald, Managing Director of Kia New Zealand, said that the new facility will reduce wait times. It will also enhance customer experience and satisfaction.
“The new warehouse will make parts supply quicker and easier. It will ensure faster dispatch of Kia genuine parts to our dealers and customers around the country.”
The new warehouse is based close to Kia Head Office in Highbrook, East Tamaki, and is significantly larger compared with the one it replaces.
“Our old warehouse offered 1500 square metres of space, whereas the new distribution centre’s footprint is four times larger at 6000 square metres,” said Mr McDonald.
“The new ‘shed’ also has twice the stud height, giving us eight-times the storage capacity.
“The increased size enables us to have a far greater range of parts available, as well as greater inventory volume.”
Another key development associated with the new warehouse is the ability to manage as many as six containers at once.
“With new warehouse, we are now set up to keep pace with Kia’s rapid growth well into the next decade.”
The new warehouse will store parts and accessories for Kia models right across the ICE, Hybrid, PHEV and EV range, as well as the recently announced Tasman Ute.
