URGENT UPDATE: Vitamin retailer GNC has just announced plans to close its Phoenix distribution center, impacting 66 jobs as operations wind down by March 2026. This significant move will reduce the company’s local logistics footprint and leave employees and nearby businesses bracing for the fallout.
The closure was confirmed through a WARN filing submitted to the Arizona Department of Economic Security on January 7, detailing that the facility at 1002 S 63rd Ave will cease operations as GNC consolidates its distribution strategy to a single hub.
GNC’s decision is part of a broader trend affecting logistics and manufacturing sectors nationwide, as companies face rising operating costs and excess capacity. This trend has led to an increase in WARN filings and facility closures, as reported by industry analysts.
For the affected workers, GNC is providing support through state and local programs. Employees will have access to rapid-response services, job-search assistance, and training through ARIZONA@WORK career centers. Upcoming job fairs and resume workshops organized by the Maricopa County workforce programs aim to help those displaced secure new employment opportunities.
As the spring deadline approaches, the community is encouraged to engage with these resources to mitigate the impact of this closure. The urgency of the situation underscores the ongoing challenges faced by workers in the logistics sector as companies strive to adapt to rapidly changing economic conditions.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
