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Walmart Expands Baytown Campus with New 1,000,000+ Square-Foot Distribution Center, Opening Fall 2022

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Walmart announced the expansion of its Baytown, Texas supply chain campus with a new 1,000,000+ square-foot distribution center, set to open in Fall 2022. This addition will create 300 permanent jobs and enhance Walmart's growing supply chain network, bringing the total campus size to over 5,000,000 square feet. Walmart employs over 185,000 associates in Texas and aims to improve local service efficiency. The hiring process for full-time positions is underway, offering competitive benefits including a 401(k) match and paid college tuition.

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  • Creation of 300 permanent jobs in Baytown, Texas.
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  • Total campus size increased to over 5,000,000 square feet.
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The expansion will create an additional 300 permanent supply chain jobs surrounding the Houston area

BAYTOWN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Walmart today announced plans to expand its Baytown, TX supply chain campus with a new 1,000,000+ square-foot distribution center to support the retailer’s growing supply chain network. The new facility, located at 4633 Borusan Road, is the retailer’s fourth in Baytown and is set to open in the Fall of 2022, bringing the total square-footage of the campus to over 5,000,000 square-feet. The expansion will create an additional 300 full-time jobs due to growth across multiple shifts.

Baytown, Texas (Photo: Business Wire)

Baytown, Texas (Photo: Business Wire)

“Walmart is excited to expand our Baytown campus and another step in Walmart’s continued investment in the state,” said Mike Gray, SVP Supply Chain Operations, Walmart. “The Baytown campus and our other regional facilities continue to bring exciting new career opportunities within Walmart’s modern supply chain to hundreds of residents of the Houston area—all while helping us provide our local customers their everyday necessities with more variety and efficiency than ever before.”

“Southeast Texas is booming, and I am happy to see Walmart make significant investments in Baytown. The campus expansion will bring jobs and opportunity to the already diverse and strong Chambers County economy,” said Senator Brandon Creighton.

“We are thankful for our ongoing partnership with Walmart, who has been a staple in Chambers County for several years,” said Chambers County Judge Jimmy Sylvia. “This new investment is a representation of the positive working relationship we have fostered and shows their commitment to fostering economic development and resiliency.”

The Baytown campus is currently hiring full-time positions, including specialized roles and leadership positions. Candidates can search for open positions and complete applications online at careers.walmart.com. Full-time positions qualify for Walmart’s total rewards and benefits plans, including medical, vision and dental insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, associate stock purchase plan and access to a free college degree 100% paid for by Walmart.

“A highly skilled labor pool in the Houston area, and Texas more broadly, makes Baytown a prime destination for Walmart to continue expanding our supply chain network,” said Karisa Sprague, senior vice president, US Supply Chain People, Walmart U.S. “We’re excited to continue to work with the community and government officials to bring new career opportunities to Southeast Texas.”

Walmart operates 19 distribution centers, 593 retail stores and employs 185,000+ associates in the state of Texas. In FYE 21, stores, clubs and the Walmart Foundation gave $129.2 million in cash and in-kind donations to local Texas organizations.

About Walmart

Walmart Inc. (NYSE: WMT) helps people around the world save money and live better - anytime and anywhere - in retail stores, online, and through their mobile devices. Each week, approximately 230 million customers and members visit approximately 10,500 stores and clubs under 46 banners in 24 countries and eCommerce websites. With fiscal year 2022 revenue of $573 billion, Walmart employs 2.3 million associates worldwide. Walmart continues to be a leader in sustainability, corporate philanthropy and employment opportunity. Additional information about Walmart can be found by visiting https://corporate.walmart.com, on Facebook at https://facebook.com/walmart and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/walmart.

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FAQ

When will Walmart's new distribution center in Baytown, Texas open?

The new distribution center is set to open in Fall 2022.

How many jobs will Walmart's Baytown expansion create?

Walmart's Baytown expansion will create 300 permanent jobs.

What is the size of Walmart's new distribution center in Baytown?

The new distribution center will be over 1,000,000 square feet.

How many distribution centers does Walmart currently operate in Baytown?

Walmart's Baytown campus will have a total of four distribution centers.

What benefits do full-time positions at Walmart offer?

Full-time positions at Walmart include benefits such as medical insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and a free college degree program.

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