Exciting News for Kansas City: OpenStore’s New Fulfillment Center is Coming!
Kansas City is buzzing with energy lately, and it’s about to get even more exciting! That’s right, the Miami-based e-commerce powerhouse, OpenStore, is preparing to open a brand-new fulfillment center right here in the heart of Kansas City at the Executive Park Logistics Center, located at 2100 North Corrington Ave.. This state-of-the-art facility, which boasts an impressive 113,000 square feet of space, is set to open its doors in March 2025, and it promises to bring a whirlwind of positive changes to our local economy!
Boosting Local Jobs and Payroll
With the opening of this new center, OpenStore is projected to create 46 new jobs in the Kansas City area, making it a significant contributor to our local job market. Even more exciting is the fact that this venture is estimated to inject a whopping $2 million into the region’s payroll over the next five years! Talk about a win-win situation for everyone involved!
Why Kansas City?
You might be wondering why OpenStore chose Kansas City for its first-ever fulfillment center in the region. Well, it turns out that our lovely city is quickly becoming a top destination for e-commerce and distribution companies. Over the last five years, the Kansas City area has attracted $2.2 billion in investments and created 6,000 jobs in this dynamic industry. What an incredible achievement!
Support from Local Leaders
Local officials are thrilled about this new addition. Steven Anthony, vice president of the Economic Development Corporation of Kansas City (EDCKC), expressed his excitement, saying, “We’re a city of innovators and we’re proud to welcome an innovative company like OpenStore to Kansas City.” We couldn’t agree more, right?
Even Missouri’s Governor, Mike Parson, has chimed in, noting that “No matter the industry, Missouri delivers what innovative businesses like OpenStore need to invest, grow, and thrive.” What a friendly way to welcome a new neighbor!
What OpenStore Has to Offer
OpenStore isn’t just any e-commerce company. It is actually the largest operator of businesses on Shopify, with a staggering 100,000 SKUs (stock-keeping units) and a customer base that exceeds 2 million! It is committed to scaling its operations through investments in exciting technology and innovation while ensuring top-notch customer support through its cutting-edge AI-powered tool, OpenDesk.
David Reifschneider, head of supply chain at OpenStore, emphasized that this expansion not only enhances their operational capabilities but also positions them to provide world-class service to customers. “The future is bright, and we’re excited to embark on this next chapter of growth and opportunity with the significant talent resources in the Kansas City region,” he stated.
Kansas City’s Advantage
So, what makes Kansas City such an attractive location? Its central location and top-notch transportation infrastructure allow distributors to reach 90 percent of the contiguous U.S. in just two days or less by truck! Plus, the city has a strong talent pool to draw from, with over 190,000 logistics and manufacturing employees ready to contribute to the local economy.
Josie Calkins, director at KC SmartPort, highlighted the importance of Kansas City in industrial growth and innovation, stating, “The region’s unmatched location and logistics advantages are highly attractive to technologically-innovative companies like OpenStore looking to optimize their operations and expand their reach.” You are telling it like it is, Josie!
Job Opportunities Await
If you are looking for a new career opportunity, you might want to keep an eye on OpenStore’s job openings page! They are already advertising job opportunities for their Kansas City facility, with even more positions becoming available in 2025!
All in all, Kansas City is gearing up for a bright future! With OpenStore joining our community, it feels like things are just getting started. Exciting times are ahead! Stay tuned!
