BJ’s Wholesale Club is building its fourth ambient distribution center in Commercial Point, OH. The new facility, expected to open in early 2027, will join eight BJ’s clubs in the state.
The company’s new distribution center will expand its supply chain capacity to support a growing footprint. Over the past five years, the company has opened over 30 clubs — its 250th club in Louisville, KY, will open on January 31.
BJ’s reported that membership increased by over 35 percent over the same period, reaching 7.5 million members. The new facility is expected to support ongoing expansion.
“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, 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 over 500,000-square-foot facility in Commercial Point will feature a future-ready solution that includes automated pallet storage, case-handling equipment and mixed-case pallet building for club replenishment.
The new Commercial Point DC will serve as a hub to replenish ambient-temperature grocery and general merchandise items in BJ’s network.
The building will sit on a 125-acre site, allowing for future expansion.
VanTrust Real Estate, which has developed over 11.8 million square feet in Ohio since 2014, is managing the development with its Columbus-based team.
“The project at Rickenbacker Exchange at Commercial Point is a tremendous opportunity for the economic growth of Pickaway County,” said Phil Rasey, vice president of VanTrust Real Estate. “VanTrust is honored to partner with BJ’s Wholesale Club as we work to bring new business to the Village of Commercial Point.”
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