Gabe’s Established Largest Distribution Center in Clark County

Gabriel Brothers Inc., or Gabe’s, constructed a new distribution center in Springfield, Ohio, at the PrimeOhio II Industrial Park. Measuring more than 850,000 square feet, it is the company’s largest distribution center. The 114-acre site opened in 2023. 

The $77.5 million project will create more than 800 full-time and part-time jobs over five years. Positions will include material handlers, packers, sorters, equipment operation, truck drivers, counters, maintenance, administration, supervisors and managers.

Company Profile

Founded in 1961 in Morgantown, West Virginia, Gabe’s is a leading off-price retailer offering top brands and more for less. Since opening more than 60 years ago, Gabe’s has focused on being the destination for the very best deals on everything.

Business Need

Gabe’s needed to expand its distribution operations in the U.S. Springfield’s PrimeOhio II site offered a site aligned with the company’s needs. 

Ohio Solution

“This innovative facility signifies the next key phase of our growth,” says Gabe’s CEO Jason Mazzola. “This is the largest investment in our company history and will enable us to double our store footprint over the next ten years. It is a critical part of our evolution, and we’re so grateful to be here.”

“This distribution center embodies our vision to create a state-of-the-art facility that is a valuable and integrated part of the Springfield community,” said Jason Wolter, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer for Gabe’s. “This project has exceeded our expectations. We wish to thank the people of Springfield for welcoming us so graciously, as well as our partners who helped us complete this project on time. We look forward to growing alongside this wonderful community.”

Project Statistics:

• Location: Springfield
• Collaborators: Gabe’s, JobsOhio, Dayton Development Coalition, State of Ohio, City of Springfield, Clark County, NorthPoint Development, Greater Springfield Partnership
• Total capital investment: $77.5 million
• Jobs committed: 800