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Sprouts Farmers Market Opens Southern California Distribution Center to Support Store Growth
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Sprouts Farmers Market opens new distribution center in Fullerton, CA to support store growth.
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The new distribution center enhances efficiency and freshness of produce deliveries to over 95 Sprouts stores within a 250-mile radius.
Significant reduction of transportation-related emissions by saving an estimated 725,000 miles from current delivery routes.
The facility supports Sprouts' commitment to environmental sustainability and improvement of its environmental impact.
The new distribution center has created over 190 new full-time jobs.
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The distribution center will support over 95 Sprouts locations across California
PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Sprouts Farmers Market recently unveiled its new southern California distribution center in Fullerton, CA. The new state-of-the-art facility is strategically positioned to enhance the efficiency and freshness of produce deliveries to over 95 Sprouts stores within a 250-mile radius of the Fullerton site and has ample capacity to support future growth in the region.
Sprouts Farmers Market Opens Southern California Distribution Center to Support Store Growth (Photo: Business Wire)
The new distribution center not only enhances Sprouts commitment to provide fresh, local, and organic produce to its customers, but also supports its ongoing expansion across California and the country, as well as its dedication to improve its environmental impact and sustainability efforts.
Highlights of the new 337,000 square foot facility includes:
34°F and 55°F storage and fruit ripening rooms to support the ripening process of Sprouts produce;
Significant reduction of transportation-related emissions by saving an estimated 725,000 miles from current delivery routes due to its closer proximity to stores;
Tracking for future solar panel implementation and LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification, a framework for a healthy, high-efficient, and cost-effective green buildings; and
11 electric vehicle charging stations for employee use, with room for future growth, as well as an EV terminal truck to assist with daily yard operations.
“We are committed to bringing the freshest, locally sourced produce to market, and the Fullerton distribution center exemplifies this commitment. The facility not only augments our efforts to expand across California and the country, but also strengthens our commitment to environmental sustainability,” said Jack Sinclair, chief executive officer of Sprouts. “Equipped with advanced ripening rooms, the new DC ensures optimal conditions for produce storage, providing shoppers perfectly ripe avocados and bananas. Our ability to deliver fresh, high-quality produce at an exceptional value is supported by our network of distribution centers, direct grower relationships, and enhanced quality control.”
The distribution center will support and expand Sprouts’ local farm partnerships with growers like Cyma Orchid, Five Crowns, HMC Farms, Kingsburg Orchards, Muranaka Farms, Oceanside Pole Tomatoes, Valdivia Farms, Prima Wawona®, Windset Farms, G & M Farms, and Eco Farms. Additionally, Sprouts is engaging Lineage to manage warehouse operations at the distribution center, and Penske Logistics as the dedicated transportation fleet operator. The new distribution center has created over 190 new full-time jobs in the market.
In addition to the new Fullerton facility, Sprouts currently operates distribution centers in Aurora, CO.; Union City, CA.; Glendale, AZ.; Orlando, FL.; Wilmer, TX; and East Point, GA.
To celebrate the new opening, the Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation is awarding $65,000 to support new school gardening and nutrition education programs at Maple Elementary School and Commonwealth Elementary School in Fullerton.
True to its farm-stand heritage, Sprouts offers a unique grocery experience featuring an open layout with fresh produce at the heart of the store. Sprouts inspires wellness naturally with a carefully curated assortment of better-for-you products paired with purpose-driven people. The healthy grocer continues to bring the latest in wholesome, innovative products made with lifestyle-friendly ingredients such as organic, plant-based and gluten-free. Headquartered in Phoenix, and one of the largest and fastest growing specialty retailers of fresh, natural and organic food in the United States, Sprouts employs approximately 31,000 team members and operates more than 400 stores in 23 states nationwide. To learn more about Sprouts, and the good it brings communities, visit about.sprouts.com.
What is the purpose of the new distribution center?
The new distribution center enhances efficiency and freshness of produce deliveries to over 95 Sprouts stores within a 250-mile radius.
What is the expected impact on transportation-related emissions?
The new distribution center is estimated to save 725,000 miles from current delivery routes, resulting in a significant reduction of transportation-related emissions.
How does the facility support environmental sustainability?
The facility is equipped with advanced ripening rooms and has plans for future solar panel implementation and LEED certification, demonstrating Sprouts' commitment to environmental sustainability.
How many new jobs were created by the distribution center?
The new distribution center has created over 190 new full-time jobs.
sprouts is the grocery shopping experience that makes healthy living easy and affordable. our bright and cheery neighborhood grocery stores offer fresh, natural and organic foods and products at incredible prices – and in an approachable setting that feels like an old-fashioned farmers market. you'll find mountains of colorful, fresh fruits and vegetables, barrels of wholesome grains, nuts and sweets, and full-service deli, meat and seafood counters—complete with handmade burgers and sausages. roam around our spacious, low-profile aisles and you'll find fresh baked goods, tasty and convenient, ready-to-eat meals, gourmet cheeses, sensibly-priced vitamins and supplements, and thousands of natural, organic and gluten-free groceries. one thing is for sure: working at sprouts is a lot of fun! sounds right up your alley? all you need is a passion for people and flair for food. we can show you the rest.