In keeping with Strategy NUMBER ONE>NEXT, a strategy which provides the Company with a strategic roadmap up to 2025, BMW Group Canada has opened a new state-of-the-art Regional Parts Distribution Centre in Mississauga, Ontario. The facility is a crucial aspect of BMW’s vision to improve efficiency in supply chain logistics and enhance customer service.
Canada is a unique market covering a large geographical area. The Company needed a modern distribution facility allowing it to deliver parts faster than its previous service offer.
The new 26,385 m2 facility is 50.0% larger than the previous warehouse and will accommodate future expansion opportunities of up to 5,950 m2, supporting BMW’s growing customer base and their expectation for premium service. BMW has also invested a significant amount in energy saving initiatives, including motion sensor LED lighting and premium insulation, maintaining the company’s commitment to sustainability and the environment.
Strategically positioned in Mississauga, the distribution centre’s proximity to the airport, railyards, and major highways will expedite inbound and outbound shipments. In total, the facility is expected to handle more than 38,000 part numbers and over one million individual parts per year. As well, being able to take advantage of Metrolinx transit will deliver a more satisfying and sustainable commuter experience for associates and staff of the centre.
In total, the distribution facility will employ over fifty people, with plans to expand the workforce to keep up with growing market demand.
