RJW Logistics Group – a leading provider of retail logistics solutions for consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands – announced it has received a strategic investment from Boston-based private equity firm Berkshire Partners.
RJW’s retail logistics solutions helps turn supply chain challenges into business growth drivers. And the company’s unique network, deep retailer knowledge, and technology-enabled solutions save cost, improve visibility, and achieve industry-leading On-Time, In-Full (OTIF) performance. This solution drives increased in-stock rates and sales, benefiting both CPG brands and their retailer partners.
With over 7.3 million square feet of consolidation warehouse space in the transportation hubs of Chicago and Dallas, RJW employs 1,900 people to deliver best-in-class retail logistics solutions. And RJW partners with over 850 CPG brands and delivers to more than 180 retailers nationwide.
CEO Kevin Williamson and other members of RJW management will continue to be significant investors in the company. And private equity firm Mason Wells, which invested in RJW in 2019, will maintain a minority investment in the Company.
Harris Williams acted as exclusive financial advisor to RJW. Jefferies acted as exclusive financial advisor to Berkshire Partners.
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“This strategic investment from Berkshire will enable us to continue providing industry-leading performance and customer service, drive future innovations, and expand our geographic reach. We believe Berkshire is the ideal partner to support RJW in our next chapter of growth. They are aligned with our culture, goals, and strategy and have substantial resources to support us.”
- RJW CEO Kevin Williamson
“Kevin and the entire RJW team have built an exceptional business. We are excited to partner with them to help RJW achieve its ambitious growth aspirations.”
- Blake Gottesman, Managing Director at Berkshire Partners
“Mason Wells was a great partner for the business over the last five years assisting RJW in its tremendous growth since 2019.”
- RJW CEO Kevin Williamson
“We are pleased to have supported the RJW team as they built an industry-leading company and look forward to continuing as a minority investor in the company’s exciting next growth phase.”
- Kevin Kenealey, Senior Managing Director at Mason Wells
