BJ’s Wholesale Club Announces Grand Opening in Johnson City on January 26

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BJ's Wholesale Club announced the opening of its 243rd location in Johnson City, New York. The new club will offer a wide range of items, including fresh foods, household essentials, home decor, and pet supplies. It will also feature a BJ's Gas location on-site with everyday low fuel prices and the opportunity to earn extra savings through BJ’s Fuel Saver Program. The company has a longstanding commitment to nourishing its communities and is partnering with the Food Bank of the Southern Tier to support families in need. BJ's Wholesale Club offers convenient shopping options like in-club shopping, curbside pickup, in-club pickup, same-day delivery, and standard delivery from BJs.com. The company is also offering a limited-time founding member offer for new members in Johnson City. BJ's members can save up to 25% off grocery store prices every day and enjoy risk-free shopping with the company’s 100% money-back guaranteed membership.

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• The opening of the 243rd BJ's Wholesale Club location in Johnson City, New York.
• The club will offer a wide range of items, including fresh foods, household essentials, home decor, and pet supplies.
• The club will feature a BJ's Gas location on-site with everyday low fuel prices and the opportunity to earn extra savings through BJ’s Fuel Saver Program.
• BJ's has a longstanding commitment to nourishing its communities and is partnering with the Food Bank of the Southern Tier to support families in need.
• BJ's Wholesale Club offers convenient shopping options like in-club shopping, curbside pickup, in-club pickup, same-day delivery, and standard delivery from BJs.com.
• BJ's is offering a limited-time founding member offer for new members in Johnson City, including savings of up to 25% off grocery store prices every day and risk-free shopping with the company’s 100% money-back guaranteed membership.

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Insights

Market Research Analyst

The opening of BJ's Wholesale Club's 243rd location in Johnson City, New York, signifies strategic expansion in a competitive retail landscape. With 48 clubs now in New York, BJ's is reinforcing its presence in a key market. The expansion could potentially increase market share and customer base, contributing positively to the company's revenue streams. The introduction of a new on-site BJ's Gas location, coupled with a Fuel Saver Program, is likely to attract cost-conscious consumers and encourage membership loyalty, possibly impacting the company's recurring revenue.

Furthermore, the company's focus on a variety of shopping options, including in-club shopping and multiple delivery choices, aligns with evolving consumer preferences for convenience and flexibility. This strategy could improve customer satisfaction and retention rates. BJ's commitment to community engagement through partnerships with local food banks and schools may enhance its corporate social responsibility profile, potentially influencing consumer perception and brand loyalty.

Financial Analyst

The announcement of BJ's Wholesale Club's new club opening is a forward-looking event with potential financial implications. The limited-time founding member offer could be a strategic move to boost initial traffic and membership numbers, which are critical metrics for warehouse clubs that rely on membership fees as a significant revenue source. The differentiated membership tiers, with varying benefits such as discounts on fuel and rewards on purchases, are designed to cater to diverse consumer needs and could influence average transaction values.

Investors may view the expansion as a positive indicator of BJ's growth strategy and confidence in its business model. However, it is essential to monitor subsequent financial reports for metrics such as same-store sales growth, new memberships and retention rates post-opening to assess the actual impact of the new location on BJ's financial performance.

Economist

BJ's expansion into Johnson City reflects broader economic trends, including consumer demand for discount retail options and the rise of one-stop shopping experiences. The economic multiplier effect of a new club opening could benefit the local economy through job creation and increased consumer spending. The company's investment in the community, through donations and support for local schools and food banks, may also contribute to regional economic stability and growth.

It's important to consider the potential impact on local competitors and the broader retail sector. The additional competition could lead to price wars or consolidation in the market. Long-term, the success of this new location will depend on BJ's ability to adapt to changing economic conditions and consumer behaviors.

Johnson City, N.Y., location marks BJ’s 243^rd club

MARLBOROUGH, Mass. & JOHNSON CITY, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- BJ's Wholesale Club (NYSE: BJ), a leading operator of membership warehouse clubs, announced today that its club in Johnson City, New York, will open on Friday, January 26, 2024.

The club, located at 315 Reynolds Rd in Johnson City, is BJ’s 48^th club in New York.

BJ’s offers unmatched value on everyday essentials in a convenient one-stop shop. BJ’s members save on a wide range of items, including fresh foods, produce, full-service deli items, fresh bakery goods, household essentials, home décor and pet supplies.

The club will feature a BJ's Gas location on-site, with everyday low fuel prices and the opportunity to earn extra savings through BJ’s Fuel Saver Program.

“BJ’s Wholesale Club provides unbeatable value and convenience to its members each and every day,” said Matthew O’Connell, Club Manager, Johnson City BJ’s Wholesale Club. “We are excited to bring Johnson City families the benefits of a BJ’s membership, including savings of up to 25% off grocery store prices.”

Johnson City will feature the treasure-hunt experience that BJ’s members know and love with a variety of seasonal favorites, fashion for the family, toys, tech and a selection of local products.

BJ’s has a longstanding commitment to nourishing its communities and is partnering with the Food Bank of the Southern Tier, a food bank serving the Johnson City community. Once the club is open, BJ’s will donate unsold produce, meat, dairy and more to the food bank every week to support families in need.

“We’re thrilled to continue our partnership with BJ’s Wholesale Club as it opens a new location in Broome County,” said Mark Bordeau, President and CEO of Food Bank of the Southern Tier. “BJ’s commitment and support helps us build and sustain hunger-free communities throughout the Southern Tier.”

BJ’s Wholesale Club has partnered with Feeding America and the Feeding America network of food banks for over 15 years, providing more than 125 million meals to local families.

BJ’s has also donated more than $10,000 to fund classroom projects in six area schools, helping provide teachers and students the classroom supplies they need to succeed. BJ’s Charitable Foundation partners with DonorsChoose, a national non-profit organization, to help meet the needs of students.

Additionally, BJ’s Charitable Foundation is donating $15,000 to Johnson City Schools’ Wildcat Food Center to expand their school snack stations, community outreach efforts, and pantry essentials to support more local families in need.

At BJ’s Wholesale Club, members can choose from a variety of convenient shopping options like in-club shopping, curbside pickup, in-club pickup, same-day delivery^* and standard delivery from BJs.com. When shopping in-club, members have access to ExpressPay through the BJ’s mobile app, a service that allows shoppers to scan products as they go and avoid the checkout line.

Local shoppers can join the new club now with BJ’s limited-time founding member offer^** available through Thursday, January 25, 2024. New members can sign up for The Club Card Membership at $35 for a 1-year membership and earn a $10 reward for each $100 spent in-club during the first 90 days of club opening^*** or The Club+ Card Membership at $80 for a 1-year membership and earn a $10 reward for each $100 spent in-club during the first 90 days of club opening. The Club+ Card Membership holders receive 5¢ off/gal.^†† at BJ’s Gas and earn 2% back^† in rewards^‡ on most BJ’s purchases.

To sign up for a membership at BJ’s Wholesale Club, members can visit BJs.com/JohnsonCity or sign up in person at the membership center, now open, at Oakdale Commons (601-635 Harry L Dr.) in Johnson City.

BJ’s members can always expect:

• Unbeatable savings: Members can save up to 25% off grocery store prices every day on everything they need for weekly shopping.
• Risk-free: Shoppers can try BJ’s risk-free with the company’s 100% money-back guaranteed membership.
• Save even more: BJ’s is the only warehouse club that accepts manufacturers’ coupons so members can stack savings using a mix of manufacturers’ coupons, BJ’s exclusive coupons, and personalized offers from BJ’s to get even more value.
• Choose the way you shop: Members can shop online at BJs.com and choose free curbside pickup or have it delivered with same-day grocery delivery^* or ship-to-home.

All BJ’s memberships are subject to BJ’s current membership terms, ask in-club or go to BJs.com/terms.

^*BJ’s Same-Day Delivery is not available in all ZIP codes. Log in to your account to confirm availability.

**Offer is valid at the Johnson City, NY, membership center and online at BJs.com/JohnsonCity only, may not be combined with other offers, not redeemable for cash, nontransferable and only good for new members. Plus sales tax where applicable. Offer is contingent upon your enrolling in BJ’s Easy Renewal®, and you authorize BJ’s to charge any payment method BJ’s has on record for your membership, an annual recurring charge in the amount of the then-current membership fee for all memberships on your account, plus tax if applicable, starting the first day of the month your membership expires, without further notice except as required by law. Your authorization is valid until you cancel your participation in the BJ’s Easy Renewal program. For full BJ’s Easy Renewal terms, visit BJs.com/terms. To manage your participation in BJ’s Easy Renewal, visit "My Account" on BJs.com, visit the member services desk in-club, or call BJ’s Member Care at 800-BJS-CLUB. Expires: 1/25/24.

***Valid at the Johnson City, NY, club only. Receive a $10 reward each time you spend $100+ in one transaction (after discounts, but before taxes) in-club, buy online pick up in-club, or BJ’s Same-Day Delivery only within the first 90 days of the Johnson City, NY, club opening. Qualifying transactions exclude items restricted by law or regulation, shipping, sales taxes and fees, bottle deposits, alcoholic beverages, cigarettes and tobacco-related products, lottery tickets, gift cards, propane, BJ’s Gas®, optical purchases, BJ’s membership fees and add-ons, warranties and protection plans, BJ’s services provided by third parties (such as BJ’s Home Improvement®, BJ’s Travel®, DoorDash, Instacart), and BJ’s B2B and BJ’s Global Sales transactions. Reward will be added to member’s membership card within 48 hours after qualifying transaction and must be used within 30 days. If not redeemed within 30 days, the reward will be forfeited. Limit (1) qualifying transaction per day and (15) qualifying transactions total during the promotion period. No rain checks. This special rewards promotion is separate from the BJ’s One® Mastercard® program and does not alter its terms.

†The Club+ Card members earn 2% back in rewards on eligible purchases of goods and services in-club at BJ’s front-end registers, on BJs.com, or in the BJ’s app (minus any redeemed rewards, returns, refunds, or credit adjustments) when they scan their membership card for these purchases, unless the primary member or the member making the purchase is a cardholder in the BJ’s One® Mastercard® program, in which case the member will only earn rewards in accordance with the BJ’s One® Mastercard® program rewards terms (see BJs.com/bjsoneterms). Rewards earned may not exceed $500 in any 12-month period. Eligible purchases exclude eye exams, shipping, sales tax, bottle deposits, alcoholic beverages, cigarettes and tobacco-related products, lottery tickets, gift cards, propane, BJ’s Gas®, online optical purchases, membership fees and add-ons, warranties and protection plans, BJ’s services provided by third parties (e.g., BJ’s Travel®), and BJ’s B2B and BJ’s Global Sales transactions. See BJs.com/terms for information on excluded services. Eye exams and online optical purchases are not eligible for reward redemption.

††The Club+ Card members receive an instant discount of 5¢ off each gallon of fuel purchased at BJ’s Gas® when they scan their membership card for these purchases, unless the primary member or the member making the purchase is a cardholder in the BJ’s One® Mastercard® program, in which case the member will only receive an instant discount at BJ’s Gas® in accordance with the BJ’s One® Mastercard® program rewards terms (see BJs.com/bjsoneterms). BJ’s Gas® purchases are not eligible purchases and do not earn rewards. For MD and NJ transactions, discount will be applied after sale, before payment. Subject to applicable state law restrictions.

‡Rewards are yours for the life of your The Club+ Card Membership – they will not expire while your membership remains active and in good standing. Rewards earned may not exceed $500 in any 12-month period. Must have a minimum balance of $10 in rewards to redeem. Minimum eligible purchase amount is $10 at BJ’s checkout.

The rewards program is provided by BJ’s Wholesale Club, Inc. and its terms may change at any time. For full rewards terms and conditions, please see BJs.com/terms.

About BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc.

BJ’s Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: BJ) is a leading operator of membership warehouse clubs focused on delivering significant value to its members and serving a shared purpose: “We take care of the families who depend on us.” The company provides a wide assortment of fresh foods, produce, a full-service deli, fresh bakery, household essentials, various exclusive offerings, gas and more to deliver unbeatable value to smart-saving families. Headquartered in Marlborough, Massachusetts, the company pioneered the warehouse club model in New England in 1984 and currently operates 242 clubs and 173 BJ's Gas® locations in 20 states. For more information, please visit us at www.BJs.com or on Facebook, X (formerly known as Twitter), or Instagram.

About Food Bank of the Southern Tier

The Food Bank of the Southern Tier distributes food to people struggling with hunger through a network of more than 280 community and agency partners and programs such as pantries, community meals, school food centers, Mobile Food Distribution, Kids’ Farmers Markets, and other hunger relief agencies in Broome, Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben, Tioga, and Tompkins Counties. The Food Bank also directly serves people in need through Kids’ Farmers Markets, the BackPack Program, and Mobile Food Pantry Program. Through advocacy, education, and community partnerships, the Food Bank’s vision is to create a future without hunger for everyone in the Southern Tier. The Food Bank of the Southern Tier is a member of Feeding America and a regional agency of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester. Learn more at www.foodbankst.org/

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Kirk Saville

Head of Corporate Communications

BJ’s Wholesale Club

ksaville@bjs.com

774-512-5597



Briana Keene

Sr. Manager, External Communications

BJ’s Wholesale Club

bkeene@bjs.com

774-512-6802

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FAQ

When will BJ's Wholesale Club in Johnson City, New York open?

The club in Johnson City, New York will open on Friday, January 26, 2024.

What are some of the items that will be available at BJ's Wholesale Club in Johnson City, New York?

The club will offer a wide range of items, including fresh foods, household essentials, home decor, and pet supplies.

What are the convenient shopping options available at BJ's Wholesale Club?

BJ's Wholesale Club offers convenient shopping options like in-club shopping, curbside pickup, in-club pickup, same-day delivery, and standard delivery from BJs.com.

What kind of membership offers is BJ's Wholesale Club providing for new members in Johnson City?

New members can sign up for The Club Card Membership at $35 for a 1-year membership and earn a $10 reward for each $100 spent in-club during the first 90 days of club opening or The Club+ Card Membership at $80 for a 1-year membership and earn a $10 reward for each $100 spent in-club during the first 90 days of club opening.

What is the commitment of BJ's Wholesale Club to nourishing its communities?

BJ's has a longstanding commitment to nourishing its communities and is partnering with the Food Bank of the Southern Tier to support families in need.