Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Sam’s Club will create 600 new jobs and invest more than $142 million in a new fulfillment center in Douglas County.
“Georgia’s reliable infrastructure enables companies and consumers alike to reach markets across our state, nation, and world, bringing opportunities to hardworking Georgians in every corner of the state” said Governor Brian Kemp. “Sam’s Club is a valued partner in that ever-growing field of opportunity, and we’re excited to see the impact these new jobs will have on Douglas County.”
Sam’s Club is a national wholesale club and members-only retail chain. The company is a subsidiary of Walmart, which currently supports more than 66,000 jobs in Georgia.
“We’re excited to significantly enhance our supply chain capabilities in the State of Georgia and the surrounding Southeastern part of the country,” said Joseph Godsey, Chief Supply Chain Officer of Sam’s Club. “We are on a journey to transform the entire Sam’s Club supply chain through strategic expansion and cutting-edge automation. This location is a great step in that direction. This investment is critical to deliver to our members with speed and provide an overall great experience.”
Sam’s Club’s new fulfillment facility will be located at 1000 Douglas Hill Road in Lithia Springs. Interested individuals can learn more about working at Sam’s Club at careers.walmart.com/stores-
“We are grateful to have had the pleasure to work with the Sam’s Club family in establishing their presence in Douglas County,” said Chris Pumphrey, President of Elevate Douglas Economic Partnership. “Growing the tech industry in Douglas County is one of our strategic priorities and this facility is a result of this vision. We look forward to engaging further with the company and building a lasting relationship in Douglas County.”
“Douglas County is thrilled to welcome an industry titan, Sam’s Club, to our…
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