Company Name: BJ's Wholesale Club, Inc.
Location: Commercial Point
Site Region: Central
Country of Origin:
Country: U.S.A.
Region: Massachusetts
Industry Sector: Logistics and Distribution
Company Profile: BJ’s Wholesale Club provides a wide assortment of fresh foods, produce, a full-service deli, fresh bakery goods, household essentials, various exclusive offerings, gas, and more to deliver unbeatable value to smart-saving families. Headquartered in Marlborough, Mass., the company pioneered the warehouse club model in New England in 1984 and currently operates 249 clubs and 186 BJ's Gas® locations in 21 states.
Company Website: https://www.bjs.com
Project Summary:
Type of Project: New Location
Jobs:
Jobs committed: 250
Jobs retained: 0
Types of jobs: Logistics and Distribution
Capital Investment: $126,000,000
Timetable: Construction is expected to begin soon, with hiring already underway for the newly created positions.
Company Need:
BJ’s sought to expand due to rising demand for products and services, company growth, and the opportunity to serve a broader customer base. Additional capacity for purchasing options, quality private-label products, and exclusive member benefits was necessary. With its strong economy and diverse population, growth in the Midwest represents an opportunity to enhance the company’s geographic footprint and position in the retail landscape.
Testimonial
"We are excited to expand our operations into the Columbus Region with the opening of this new ambient distribution center. This facility will enable us to better serve our members while creating quality jobs and contributing to the economic growth of the community. We look forward to building strong partnerships in Commercial Point as we grow our presence in Ohio.”
– Krystyna Kostka, SVP Chief Supply Chain Officer at BJ’s Wholesale Club
Why Ohio?
BJ’s Wholesale Club representatives said they chose Pickaway County for its first Ohio facility to better serve its customers. As Ohio continues to grow in the logistics and distribution sector, BJ’s expansion reinforces the Columbus Region’s position as a key hub for businesses looking to optimize their operations and serve a broad market.
Collaborators:
JobsOhio, Ohio Department of Development, One Columbus, Village of Commercial Point