Construction begins on massive Grainger distribution center

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Grainger (NYSE: GWW) has begun construction on a 1.2 million-square-foot distribution center in Hockley, Texas, near Houston. The facility, set to open in 2026, will be one of Grainger's largest distribution centers and is expected to employ 400 team members within a year of opening. The new center will support Grainger's plans to increase stocked industrial supply products from 150,000 to up to 300,000 different items.

The company celebrated the groundbreaking with community members and local officials, presenting a $20,000 donation to nearby Roberts Road Elementary School. This expansion reinforces Grainger's presence in Texas, which already includes 34 standard branches, a sales office, and another distribution center.

Grainger (NYSE: GWW)는 휴스턴 근처 텍사스 호클리에서 120만 평방피트 규모의 물류 센터 건설을 시작했습니다. 2026년에 개장할 예정인 이 시설은 Grainger의 가장 큰 물류 센터 중 하나로, 개장 1년 이내에 400명의 팀원을 고용할 것으로 기대됩니다. 새 센터는 Grainger가 재고 산업 공급 제품을 150,000개에서 최대 300,000개 항목으로 늘리려는 계획을 지원할 것입니다.
회사는 지역 주민과 지방 공무원과 함께 기공식을 거행하며 인근 Roberts Road 초등학교에 20,000달러의 기부금을 전달했습니다. 이러한 확장은 이미 34개의 표준 지점, 판매 사무소 및 또 다른 물류 센터를 포함하고 있는 Grainger의 텍사스 내 존재감을 강화합니다.

Grainger (NYSE: GWW) a commencé la construction d'un centre de distribution de 1,2 million de pieds carrés à Hockley, au Texas, près de Houston. L'installation, qui doit ouvrir en 2026, sera l'un des plus grands centres de distribution de Grainger et devrait employer 400 membres de l'équipe dans l'année suivant son ouverture. Le nouveau centre soutiendra les projets de Grainger visant à augmenter les produits d'approvisionnement industriel en stock de 150 000 à jusqu'à 300 000 articles différents.
L'entreprise a célébré le coup d'envoi avec des membres de la communauté et des responsables locaux, en présentant un don de 20 000 dollars à l'école élémentaire Roberts Road, située à proximité. Cette expansion renforce la présence de Grainger au Texas, qui comprend déjà 34 agences standard, un bureau de vente et un autre centre de distribution.

Grainger (NYSE: GWW) hat mit dem Bau eines 1,2 Millionen Quadratfuß großen Verteilungszentrums in Hockley, Texas, nahe Houston, begonnen. Die Einrichtung, die im 2026 eröffnet werden soll, wird eines der größten Verteilungszentren von Grainger sein und voraussichtlich 400 Mitarbeiter innerhalb eines Jahres nach der Eröffnung beschäftigen. Das neue Zentrum wird Graingers Pläne unterstützen, das Sortiment an industriellen Lieferprodukten von 150.000 auf bis zu 300.000 verschiedene Artikel zu erweitern.
Das Unternehmen feierte den Spatenstich mit Mitgliedern der Gemeinschaft und lokalen Beamten und überreichte eine Spende von 20.000 Dollar an die nahegelegene Roberts Road Elementary School. Diese Expansion stärkt Graingers Präsenz in Texas, das bereits 34 Standardfilialen, ein Verkaufsbüro und ein weiteres Verteilungszentrum umfasst.

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Construction of a large 1.2 million-square-foot distribution center in Texas

Plans to employ approximately 400 team members within a year of opening

Expansion of stocked industrial supply products from 150,000 to up to 300,000 items

Strategic location near Houston to improve next-day, complete order shipping

Strengthening presence in Texas, Grainger's most branch-dense state

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Grainger's new 1.2 million-square-foot distribution center in Houston is a significant strategic move. This facility will substantially increase Grainger's inventory capacity, potentially doubling the number of stocked products from 150,000 to 300,000. This expansion aligns with the industry trend of improving supply chain resilience and reducing delivery times. The location in Harris County, Texas, is strategically chosen for its proximity to current and potential customers, enhancing Grainger's ability to offer next-day, complete order fulfillment. With an expected workforce of 400 within a year of opening, this investment signals Grainger's confidence in the region's growth potential and its own market position. The state-of-the-art technology planned for the facility should improve operational efficiency, potentially leading to cost savings and improved service levels for customers in the long term.

This $20,000 donation to Roberts Road Elementary, while positive for community relations, is financially insignificant given Grainger's $16.5 billion in 2023 sales. The real financial impact lies in the massive distribution center investment. While specific costs aren't disclosed, a facility of this size represents a substantial capital expenditure, likely in the hundreds of millions. Investors should consider both short-term impacts on cash flow and long-term benefits. The expanded capacity could drive revenue growth by enabling Grainger to serve more customers more efficiently. However, it's important to monitor how quickly the company can ramp up operations to utilize the full capacity and achieve a return on this significant investment. The project's 2026 completion target gives time for the market to absorb this information and adjust expectations accordingly.

10/02/2024 - 09:00 AM

Hockley, Texas, celebration includes donation to local elementary school

CHICAGO, Oct. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Grainger (NYSE: GWW), a leading broad line distributor of maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products, joined community members and officials from the greater Houston metropolitan area to ceremonially break ground for the company's 1.2 million-square-foot Houston Texas Distribution Center in Harris County on Tuesday, Oct. 1.

"This isn't our first stop in the Lone Star State. Texas is home to more Grainger locations than any other state, including 34 standard branches, a sales office in San Antonio, the Dallas Fort Worth Distribution Center and neighboring bulk warehouse," said Rob Reynolds, Grainger Senior Vice President, Branch and DC Operations. "Grainger's Houston Texas Distribution Center is going to be a state-of-the-art building that serves as a significant and tangible investment in our future."

Added Anand Lal, Grainger's Group Vice President, Supply Chain: "Our goal is to ship next-day, complete orders. To do this, we need to have a broad range of products stocked close to our customers. Greater Houston is an ideal location given its geographical proximity to current and potential Grainger customers."

Grainger intends to open the new facility in 2026 -- employing approximately 400 team members within a year of its opening. Equipped with state-of-the-art operations technology, the building will be one of Grainger's largest distribution centers in terms of square footage.

"I am proud to welcome Grainger to Hockley, one of the fastest growing areas in Precinct 4," said Commissioner Lesley Briones, Harris County Precinct 4. "The new distribution center will create jobs for our residents and is an example of Harris County's competitive spirit and commitment to economic opportunity. Grainger's presence will help us further drive progress as we continue to invest in our local economy."

Founded in 1927, Grainger has a long history of being an active member of the communities where its team members live and work. At the event, Grainger presented a $20,000 donation to nearby Roberts Road Elementary. Located in Hockley, Texas, and part of Waller Independent School District, the school is home to more than 600 students and 80 staff members. Grainger's donation will make an immediate positive impact that aligns with the company's community investment strategy.

"Roberts Road Elementary is thrilled about our new partnership with Grainger and their new facility near us in Hockley. This partnership perfectly aligns with our theme for this school year, 'The road to success is always under construction,'" said Roberts Road Elementary Principal Justin Pluckhahn. "With Grainger's support, we are excited to build on this theme by adding to the resources available for our students to thrive. Together, we are laying the groundwork for a year filled with growth, learning and achievement."

Construction is taking place on a vacant 108-acre parcel of land just off Interstate 290 and Roberts Road in Hockley, about 37 miles northwest of Houston.

The opening of the Houston Texas Distribution Center will support the company's plans to increase the number of stocked industrial supply products in the market from 150,000 to up to 300,000 different products.

About Grainger
W.W. Grainger, Inc., is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working® by serving more than 4.5 million customers worldwide with products delivered through innovative technology and deep customer relationships. With 2023 sales of $16.5 billion, the Company operates two business models. In the High-Touch Solutions segment, Grainger offers approximately 2 million maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products and services, including technical support and inventory management. In the Endless Assortment segment, Zoro.com offers customers access to more than 13 million products, and MonotaRO.com offers more than 22 million products. For more information, visit www.grainger.com.

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FAQ

When will Grainger's new Houston Texas Distribution Center open?

Grainger (GWW) intends to open the new distribution center in Hockley, Texas, in 2026.

How many jobs will Grainger's new Texas distribution center create?

Grainger (GWW) plans to employ approximately 400 team members within a year of the distribution center's opening.

What is the size of Grainger's new distribution center in Texas?

Grainger's (GWW) new Houston Texas Distribution Center will be 1.2 million square feet, making it one of the company's largest in terms of square footage.

How will Grainger's new distribution center impact its product offerings?

The new Grainger (GWW) distribution center will support increasing the number of stocked industrial supply products from 150,000 to up to 300,000 different items.