Williams-Sonoma leases new distribution facility in Glendale

Published: 03/23/2022
Updated: 05/18/2022

The home furnishings retailer’s new facility will create more than 2,400 jobs

Glendale, AZ (March 23, 2022) — Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE: WSM), the world’s largest digital-first, design-led and sustainable home furnishings retailer, has leased a 1.25-million-square-foot facility in Glendale.

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. plans to use the facility as a fulfillment and distribution center for all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brands including Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teen, West Elm, and Williams Sonoma. The facility is expected to be operational by fall of 2022 and will lead to the creation of over 2,400 jobs by 2027.

The new facility is located in The Cubes at Glendale at Reems Road and Northern Avenue within the Loop 303 Corridor.

“Williams-Sonoma, Inc’s new facility is a great addition to Arizona,” said Governor Doug Ducey. “Our state proves once again it is a premier logistics hub capable of supporting some of the world’s most prominent companies.”

“The addition of this Williams-Sonoma distribution center in Greater Phoenix is a testament to the infrastructure and connectivity of the region and its ability to meet the needs of industry leaders,” said Chris Camacho, president and CEO of the Greater Phoenix Economic Council. “This is yet another victory for the West Valley, bolstering our regional economy with thousands of new employment opportunities.”

“Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the world’s largest digital-first, design-led and sustainable home-furnishings retailer,” said Glendale Mayor Jerry Weiers. “I am proud that they have chosen to join Glendale’s impressive list of distribution facilities. Their presence in our city will make a positive impact in the communities we serve with their plans to employ more than 2,400 people.”

“We are excited to welcome Williams-Sonoma, Inc.’s new distribution facility to Glendale,” said Sandra Watson, President and CEO of the Arizona Commerce Authority. “By expanding its operations to Arizona, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is creating thousands of jobs, furthering Glendale’s reputation as a robust distribution hub.”

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will be joining Glendale’s vibrant manufacturing and distribution landscape that includes Nestlé, Ball, Red Bull, Amazon and Mark Anthony Brewing.