URGENT UPDATE: GNC has just announced the closure of its Phoenix distribution center, a move that will eliminate 66 jobs as operations ramp down this spring. The facility, located at 1002 S 63rd Ave, is set to cease operations by March 2026, impacting local employees and businesses.
The company confirmed the closure through a state WARN filing submitted to the Arizona Department of Economic Security on January 7. GNC stated it is consolidating its distribution strategy to operate from a single hub, permanently cutting all positions associated with the Phoenix warehouse.
As news of the impending closure spreads, employees and nearby businesses are preparing for the fallout. The layoffs come amid a broader trend of facility closures and WARN filings affecting logistics and manufacturing sectors nationwide, driven by rising operating costs and excess capacity, according to industry experts cited by FreightWaves.
For the affected workers, local and state programs are mobilizing to provide essential support. Services will include rapid-response assistance, job search resources, and training through ARIZONA@WORK career centers and Maricopa County workforce programs. These resources aim to help dislocated workers find new employment opportunities, with upcoming job fairs and resume workshops listed on the ARIZONA@WORK Maricopa County website.
This significant development raises concerns about the future of local employment in Phoenix and highlights the ongoing challenges faced by the retail and logistics industries. As GNC restructures its operations, the impact on its workforce and the community will be felt in the coming months.
Stay tuned for further updates as this story develops.
