Southern Glazer’s to open warehouse in New York
US alcohol distributor Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits (SGWS) is emphasising customer service and hospitality with its new multi-purpose facility in New York.
The largest alcohol distributor in the US will open a site for direct warehouse sales, including an office, in midtown Manhattan later this month.
The 4,485-square-foot site will hold close to 800 spirits and wine SKUs, allowing any retailer with a valid New York State liquor licence to shop and purchase from the distributor’s portfolio. The goal is to improve the efficiency of wine and spirits.
“We believe it is incredibly important that we continue to support the great hospitality community of New York City as it continues to rebuild from the impacts of Covid-19,” said Marty Crane, executive vice-president and general manager of New York, SGWS.
In addition to the warehouse, the facility will feature a climate-controlled fine wine room, a new business centre, and a mixology lounge, designed for drink development and training. The venue will be located at 866 United Nations Plaza.
Headquartered in Miami, Southern Glazer’s distribute more than 7,000 brands in 45 US markets and Canada.
In March, it agreed to buy distribution firm Webb Banks to expand into Caribbean, Central America, and South American markets.
Southern Glazer’s launched its Proof e-commerce platform in 2019, reporting in January that revenue has surpassed US$3 billion, with more than 82,000 orders placed in 2022.
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