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Levi’s distribution network transition saga continues to drag

Reported by Retail Dive, Alejandra Carranza on Oct 26, 10:39 AM ET

Due to a facility fire during Q3 and the complexity of its SKU mix, the retailer doesn’t expect to see benefits from its overhaul until 2027. Levi’s network transition from an owned distribution center approach to a hybrid owned and third-party-run facility model has been tripped up again, but the company is optimistic about where the journey will end. Following the closure of the Hebron site, Levi’s is focused on working through operational complexities at its Groveport, Ohio, facility, where the Kentucky location’s work was moved. “I think 2027 is very reasonable and realistic to start seeing the benefits.

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