Leroy Merlin is a worldwide leader in the DIY market, helping residents and homeowners with their home-improvement projects.

Leroy Merlin

Industry:

DIY Home Improvement

Function:

Consumer Distribution Center

Space:

100,000 m2

Occupancy:

Ownership (2016)

Corporate HQ:

Leroy Merlin opened Russia's largest national distribution center at South Gate in 2016 to serve its network of DIY stores as well as establish its growing E-commerce center.

Customer Challenge

Leroy Merlin wanted to build & own its flagship omni-channel distribution center, which could serve its Moscow stores and others in 17 cities, as well as provide e-fulfillment and delivery for its growing e-commerce business
With over 30 stores in 17 Russian cities, Leroy Merlin wanted its national warehouse to be located south of Moscow, close to the majority of Russia’s economically strong regions
Leroy Merlin sought to drive significant operating efficiencies through use of optimized building design and advanced technology, while meeting high corporate quality and sustainability standards

Radius Group Solution

Radius Group incorporated worldwide innovations, including high throughput cross-dock areas, purpose-built mezzanines for small order processing, and efficient LED lighting and heating systems, to achieve Leroy Merlin’s desired operational efficiencies
South Gate’s prime location ensures unfettered access to Leroy Merlin’s Moscow consumer market as well as most of Russia’s economically strong regions
Radius Group’s expertise in nurturing an E-commerce Hub at South Gate enables delivery of advanced e-fulfillment features including hi-tech fit-out, conveyor and fulfillment systems, and maximum facility security

Result

Radius Group delivered the largest and most efficient build-to-suit warehouse in Russian history to Leroy Merlin’s exacting specifications