Ace Hardware, the world鈥檚 largest hardware cooperative, celebrated the grand opening of its new Retail Support Center (RSC) in Kansas City, Mo. The new facility spans more than 1.5 million-square-feet, measuring a half mile from end to end. It represents a major investment in Ace鈥檚 continued growth and commitment to supporting its network of independent retailers through best-in-class logistics and supply chain efficiency.
鈥淭his new 1.5 million-square-foot facility in Kansas City is more than just a building鈥攊t鈥檚 a symbol of what hard work, purpose, and servant-hearted teamwork can accomplish,鈥� said John Venhuizen, President and CEO of Ace Hardware. 鈥淚t exists for one reason only: to help our locally owned stores serve their neighbors with excellence that has made Ace famous.鈥�
Strategically located in nearly the exact geographic center of the continental U.S., the Ace Hardware RSC is situated along Interstate 29 and adjacent to Kansas City International Airport, offering immediate access to major highway and air freight networks. This location enhances Ace鈥檚 ability to deliver products quickly and reliably to thousands of locally owned stores across the central United States.
The Ace Hardware RSC is the first facility to open in Hunt Midwest鈥檚 newly developed KCI 29 Logistics Park and is nearly twice the size of the average Ace distribution center. The facility is expected to generate over 350 new local jobs and will play a crucial role in supporting Ace鈥檚 growing network of more than 5,000 locally owned stores in the U.S. During the construction phase, it also supported approximately 100 jobs in the local community.
Ace Hardware鈥檚 supply chain network is a cornerstone of the company鈥檚 operational success. The new retail support center joins a network of over a dozen distribution centers across the country, each designed to support Ace鈥檚 unique independent retail model. The new facility will also feature advanced automation technology and efficiency systems to streamline operations, minimize environmental impact, and support Ace鈥檚 long-term sustainability goals.
In recognition of its innovative design and impact, the Ace Hardware RSC was recently honored with a 2025聽Kansas City Business Journal聽Capstone Award as the sole winner in the industrial category.
The opening of the Ace Hardware RSC marks a major milestone in Ace鈥檚 ongoing investment in service and support for its retailers. To stay up to date on the latest news from Ace Hardware, visit聽.
