BJ’s Wholesale Club Announces Ohio Distribution Center to Accommodate Growth
BJ's Wholesale Club (NYSE: BJ) announced plans to build its fourth ambient distribution center in Commercial Point, Ohio, expected to open in early 2027. The 500,000+ square-foot facility will support the company's expanding footprint, which includes eight clubs in Ohio. The company has demonstrated significant growth, opening more than 30 clubs in the past five years and increasing membership by over 35% to 7.5 million members.
The new facility will feature automated solutions from Swisslog, including automated pallet storage, case-handling equipment, and mixed-case pallet building for club-friendly replenishment. Located on a 125-acre site allowing future expansion, the distribution center will serve as a hub for ambient-temperature grocery and general merchandise items. VanTrust Real Estate is managing the development, having developed over 11.8 million square feet in Ohio since 2014.
BJ's Wholesale Club (NYSE: BJ) ha annunciato piani per costruire il suo quarto centro di distribuzione a temperatura ambiente a Commercial Point, Ohio, previsto per aprire all'inizio del 2027. L'impianto di oltre 500.000 piedi quadrati supporterà l'espansione dell'azienda, che include otto club in Ohio. L'azienda ha dimostrato una crescita significativa, aprendo più di 30 club negli ultimi cinque anni e aumentando il numero di membri di oltre il 35% fino a raggiungere 7,5 milioni di membri.
Il nuovo impianto presenterà soluzioni automatizzate di Swisslog, inclusi stoccaggio automatizzato di pallet, attrezzature per la gestione dei casi e costruzione di pallet misti per un rifornimento amichevole per il club. Situato su un sito di 125 acri che permette future espansioni, il centro di distribuzione fungerà da hub per alimenti a temperatura ambiente e articoli di merce generale. VanTrust Real Estate sta gestendo lo sviluppo, avendo sviluppato oltre 11,8 milioni di piedi quadrati in Ohio dal 2014.
BJ's Wholesale Club (NYSE: BJ) anunció planes para construir su cuarto centro de distribución a temperatura ambiente en Commercial Point, Ohio, que se espera abrir a principios de 2027. La instalación de más de 500,000 pies cuadrados apoyará la expansión de la empresa, que incluye ocho clubes en Ohio. La empresa ha demostrado un crecimiento significativo, abriendo más de 30 clubes en los últimos cinco años y aumentando la membresía en más del 35%, alcanzando 7.5 millones de miembros.
La nueva instalación contará con soluciones automatizadas de Swisslog, incluyendo almacenamiento automatizado de pallets, equipos de manejo de cajas y construcción de pallets mixtos para un reabastecimiento amigable para el club. Ubicado en un sitio de 125 acres que permite futuras expansiones, el centro de distribución servirá como un centro para comestibles y artículos de mercancía general a temperatura ambiente. VanTrust Real Estate está gestionando el desarrollo, habiendo desarrollado más de 11.8 millones de pies cuadrados en Ohio desde 2014.
BJ's Wholesale Club (NYSE: BJ)는 오하이오주 커머셜 포인트에 네 번째 환경 분배 센터를 건설할 계획을 발표했으며, 2027년 초에 개장할 예정이다. 500,000제곱피트 이상의 시설은 오하이오주에 위치한 8개 클럽을 포함한 회사의 확장되는 발판을 지원할 것이다. 회사는 상당한 성장을 보여주었다, 지난 5년 동안 30개 이상의 클럽을 열고, 회원 수를 35% 이상 증가시켜 750만 회원을 달성했다.
새로운 시설은 스위스로그(Swisslog)의 자동화 솔루션을 갖추고 있으며, 자동화된 팔레트 저장, 케이스 핸들링 장비 및 클럽 친화적인 재고 보충을 위한 혼합 케이스 팔레트 구성을 포함한다. 향후 확장이 가능한 125에이커 부지에 위치하고 있는 이 분배 센터는 ambient 온도에서 식료품 및 일반 상품 항목을 위한 허브로 기능할 것이다. VanTrust Real Estate가 이 개발을 관리하고 있으며, 2014년 이후로 오하이오에서 1180만 제곱피트를 초과 개발했다.
BJ's Wholesale Club (NYSE: BJ) a annoncé des projets de construction de son quatrième centre de distribution à température ambiante à Commercial Point, Ohio, prévu pour ouvrir début 2027. L'installation de plus de 500 000 pieds carrés soutiendra l'expansion de l'entreprise, qui comprend huit clubs dans l'Ohio. L'entreprise a montré une croissance significative, en ouvrant plus de 30 clubs au cours des cinq dernières années et en augmentant le nombre de membres de plus de 35 % pour atteindre 7,5 millions de membres.
La nouvelle installation présentera des solutions automatisées de Swisslog, y compris le stockage automatisé de palettes, l'équipement de manutention des caisses et la construction de palettes mixtes pour un réapprovisionnement adapté aux clubs. Situé sur un terrain de 125 acres permettant une expansion future, le centre de distribution servira de plaque tournante pour les produits d'épicerie et les articles de marchandises générales à température ambiante. VanTrust Real Estate gère le développement, ayant développé plus de 11,8 millions de pieds carrés dans l'Ohio depuis 2014.
BJ's Wholesale Club (NYSE: BJ) hat Pläne angekündigt, sein viertes Verteilzentrum für Temperaturen in Commercial Point, Ohio, zu bauen, das voraussichtlich Anfang 2027 eröffnet wird. Die mehr als 500.000 Quadratmeter große Anlage wird die wachsende Präsenz des Unternehmens unterstützen, die acht Clubs in Ohio umfasst. Das Unternehmen hat ein signifikantes Wachstum gezeigt, indem es in den letzten fünf Jahren mehr als 30 Clubs eröffnet und die Mitgliederzahl um über 35% auf 7,5 Millionen Mitglieder erhöht hat.
Die neue Einrichtung wird automatisierte Lösungen von Swisslog bieten, einschließlich automatisierter Palettenlagerung, Ausrüstung zur Handhabung von Kartons und Aufbau von Mischpaletten für eine clubfreundliche Auffüllung. Auf einem 125 Hektar großen Gelände, das zukünftige Erweiterungen ermöglicht, wird das Verteilzentrum als Drehkreuz für Lebensmittel und allgemeine Waren bei Umgebungstemperatur dienen. VanTrust Real Estate verwaltet die Entwicklung und hat seit 2014 über 11,8 Millionen Quadratmeter in Ohio entwickelt.
- Membership growth of over 35% in past 5 years, reaching 7.5 million members
- Expansion of 30+ new clubs in past 5 years
- Investment in automated warehouse technology for operational efficiency
- Strategic location with room for future expansion (125-acre site)
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Insights
The announcement of BJ's fourth ambient distribution center in Ohio marks a strategic infrastructure expansion that warrants investor attention for several reasons:
The facility's location in Commercial Point is strategically significant, positioned to serve the growing Midwest market where BJ's has established 8 clubs and continues to expand. The 125-acre site, allowing for future expansion, demonstrates long-term growth planning and scalability.
The implementation of Swisslog's automation solutions, including automated pallet storage and mixed-case pallet building, signals a meaningful technological advancement that should drive:
- Reduced labor costs and improved operating margins
- Enhanced inventory turnover rates through optimized club-friendly replenishment
- Improved working capital efficiency through better inventory management
- Increased service levels and member satisfaction
The investment comes amid impressive growth metrics:
The 2027 timeline indicates a measured approach to expansion, allowing for proper integration into existing operations while maintaining financial discipline. The automation investment positions BJ's competitively against warehouse club rivals Costco and Sam's Club, potentially improving their market position in the highly competitive wholesale retail sector.
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The company’s new distribution center will expand its supply chain capacity to support its growing footprint. Over the past five years, the company has opened more than 30 clubs – its 250th club in
BJ’s has also increased membership by over
“Our business has grown meaningfully over the years, and we continue to invest in our supply chain to better serve members,” said Krystyna Kostka, SVP, Chief Supply Chain Officer at BJ’s Wholesale Club. “With the opening of this new distribution center, we’ll have the agility to support our clubs more efficiently than ever – ensuring members have the products they need, when and where they expect them – all at unbeatable value.”
The more than 500,000-square-foot facility in
“Swisslog is pleased to support BJ’s Wholesale Club’s supply chain with innovative automation solutions that will help it maintain optimal inventory levels to support its growing network of clubs,” said Sean Wallingford, president and CEO of Swisslog Americas. “The project reinforces Swisslog’s commitment to empowering retailers with efficient, reliable and sustainable logistics solutions tailored to their unique business requirements.”
The new distribution center in
“The project at Rickenbacker Exchange at
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
About Swisslog
Swisslog delivers data-driven & robotic solutions for your logistics automation alongside reliable, modular service concepts. Collaborating with forward-thinking companies, we are committed to setting new standards in warehouse automation to provide future-proof products and solutions. As part of the KUKA Group, our customers trust the competence of our passionate employees – more than 15,000 people working across the globe.
www.swisslog.com & www.kuka.com
About VanTrust Real Estate, LLC
VanTrust Real Estate, LLC is a full-service real estate development company. The company acquires and develops real estate assets for the Van Tuyl family portfolio and offers a broad range of real estate services including acquisition, disposition, development, development services, corporate services, and asset enhancement. Product types include office, industrial, multifamily, mixed-use and science + technology. VanTrust works nationally with regional offices in
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BJ’s Wholesale Club
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BJ’s Wholesale Club
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