Pittston, PA. - United Sporting Companies (USC) is pleased to announce the opening of a brand new, modern, distribution center in Pittston, PA. The Grand Opening of this new facility, on August 18, was attended by dealers, vendors, local officials, and industry professionals from all across the country.
"This state-of-the-art facility which features modern distribution technology will provide all Jerry's Sports Center customers improved delivery, improved fill rates, and better overall customer service," stated Hewitt Grant, USC President and CEO.
As USC's largest distribution center, at 198,000 sq. ft., Pittston, PA will be the centerpiece for delivering excellence to all of Jerry's Sports Center's loyal customers. Access to quality products at a good price will allow independent dealers from Main Street America to become more successful and an integral part of their local business communities.
"Dealers who buy from Jerry's Sports Center will find a broad array of products including hunting, archery, marine and fishing from the finest vendors around the world. With more than 800 quality vendors Jerry's Sports Center can support retailers of all sizes with the latest and most demanded products, stated Chuck Walker, USC Senior VP.
Local officials were quick to point out their appreciation for the newly created jobs and the additional commerce that such a facility creates. Dealers on hand shared a common appreciation for the competitive edge that this new distribution center would provide their businesses.
United Sporting Companies (USC) is a leading nationwide distributor of hunting, outdoor, marine and tackle products. The company operates through two subsidiaries, Ellett Brothers and Jerry's Sport Center which were founded in 1933 and 1949, respectively. USC distributes to all 50 states through facilities in Chapin, SC, Newberry, SC, Pittston, PA, Harrisburg, PA, Newington, CT, Dayton, OH, Spring Hill, KS, and Reno, NV. With the largest sales force in the industry, USC serves over 30,000 independent retail customers and maintains the largest product selection in the industry with over 85,000 SKUs.
