Shipping/Receiving Clerk Yard/Warehouse at Builders Firstsource in Gaithersburg, MD | Kablio

Shipping/Receiving Clerk Yard/Warehouse at Builders Firstsource in Gaithersburg, MD | Kablio

Company

Overview

1998 Founded

Year of Establishment

The company was established in 1998, marking the beginning of its journey from a regional lumber supplier to a national leader in building materials.

2005 Public

Year of Going Public

The company went public in 2005, a significant milestone in its growth journey, especially after surviving the Great Recession.

~590 Locations

Nationwide Presence

The company operates approximately 590 locations across over 40 states, combining local insights with national reach.

$16 Billion Revenue

Annual Revenue

The company generates around $16 billion in annual revenue, driven by both materials and value-added products.

Survived the Great Recession, then expanded rapidly through acquisitions like ProBuild (2015) and merger with BMC (2021).
Projects range from single-family homes to light commercial builds, including off-site prefabricated trusses, panels, and millwork.
Invests in digital tools (e.g., MyBLDR.com via acquisition of Paradigm) and factory-built components to streamline homebuilding.
Maintains its own fleet of trucks and in-house installation services, offering one-stop solutions that most competitors lack.
Stands out for integrating over 60 acquisitions while keeping local teams, and executing major share buybacks alongside growth.

Culture + Values

Dedicated to meeting customer needs and providing high-quality products and services.
Operates with honesty, fairness, and transparency in all actions.
Committed to excellence and continuous improvement in all business areas.
Holds all members to high standards of performance and ethical conduct.
Collaborates to leverage strengths and achieve common goals.

Environment + Sustainability

2050 Net Zero

Carbon Neutrality Target

Aims to achieve net zero carbon emissions by a specific year, showing long-term commitment to climate action.

Commitment to reducing carbon footprint across operations and supply chain.
Focus on energy efficiency in manufacturing and distribution processes.
Sustainable product sourcing and eco-friendly materials usage.
Investing in renewable energy initiatives for company facilities.

Inclusion & Diversity

Goal to increase gender diversity within leadership roles.
Focused on creating an inclusive work environment where all employees feel respected and valued.
Developing programs aimed at increasing women in construction-related roles.
Tracking and reporting on gender and diversity metrics within the workforce.

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