Dollar General opens Denver-area distribution center

Dollar General has bolstered its supply chain in the Rockies with the opening of its newest distribution center.

The discount opened a 1 million-sq.-ft. "state of the art" distribution center in Aurora, Colo. The new facility, which will create approximately 400 new jobs at full capacity, will support the growth of its DG Private Fleet network of tractors and drivers. Dollar General plans to open its next distribution center next year, in North Little Rock, Ark.

 Dollar General opened its first store in Colorado in 2006 and currently employs more than 950 people in the state through its distribution center and store presence. 

“Today’s grand opening celebrations represent a milestone in Dollar General’s history in Colorado as our first distribution facility in the Centennial State, and we are excited to celebrate with our employees, their families and community partners,” said Todd Vasos, Dollar General’s CEO. “The Aurora facility will not only create positive economic impact through new jobs and long-term career opportunities for employees, it will also further support our ability to better serve our stores and customers throughout the western United States. We appreciate the constructive partnerships with state and local officials, including Governor Jared Polis, and we look forward to a longstanding presence in the state.”