BJ's Wholesale Club to Open Three New East Coast Stores; Bill Werner Details


Mon. May 6th, 2024 - by Peggy Packer

MARLBOROUGH, MA - More BJ’s Wholesale Club locations are popping up on the map as the club chain continues to execute its growth strategy. In its latest announcement, the retailer unveiled three new membership warehouse clubs set to join its growing footprint in 2024. Two are strategically located in Florida, with another opening in Staten Island, New York.

Bill Werner, Executive Vice President, Strategy and Development, BJ's Wholesale Club
Bill Werner, Executive Vice President, Strategy and Development, BJ's Wholesale Club

“Families in Florida and New York love the value of BJ’s membership, and we’re thrilled to bring unexpected savings to more communities as we expand our footprint,” said Bill Werner, Executive Vice President, Strategy and Development, BJ’s Wholesale Club. “Our real estate pipeline is the strongest it’s been in more than 20 years, and we look forward to helping more families save up to 25 percent off grocery store prices every day.”

The two new Florida locations—located in Brooksville and St. Johns, near Jacksonville—will be the chain’s 40th and 41st clubs in Florida, respectively.

In 2024, BJ's Wholesale Club plans to open three new stores along the East Coast, including two in Florida and one in New York

In addition, the retailer is establishing its 49th New York location with the addition of the Staten Island store.

These expansions come after announcing another strategic growth play, as BJ’s unveiled five new clubs in the Midwest and Southeast. This includes the company’s expansion into its 21st state with an opening in Louisville, Kentucky, planned for early 2025.

As a press release detailed, BJ’s Wholesale Club offers a convenient one-stop shopping experience that includes a vast selection of produce and fresh foods, as well as a full-service deli, exclusive offerings, and much more. Read more about the new stores here.

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