Blog Posts Saddle Creek Logistics Services Adds New Facility in Duncan, S.C.
Distribution center will create over 150 new jobs
Saddle Creek Logistics Services announced today that it will open a distribution center in Duncan, S.C., to support the expansion of a major retail client. Slated to open in January 2020, the dedicated facility will create more than 150 new warehouse jobs in the area.
In November, Saddle Creek will hire the management team. In December, the company will begin hiring to fill hourly positions in Duncan, including forklift operators, inventory control associates, yard drivers and customer service representatives, as well as several salaried manager and supervisor positions.
The new Duncan facility is currently under construction and will be completed in early December. It will provide more than 1.3 million square feet of warehouse space.
Founded in 1966, Saddle Creek is one of the largest family-owned logistics providers in the country today. The Florida-based company provides omnichannel fulfillment, warehousing and transportation services with the help of more than 4,000 associates nationwide. A company-wide commitment to long-standing core values has helped Saddle Creek to achieve steady growth for more than 50 years.
“We are excited to expand our nationwide network in support of a long-standing client,” said Butch Riggleman, vice president, regional warehouse operations at Saddle Creek. “We look forward to being part of the Duncan-area community and welcoming many new associates to the Saddle Creek family.”