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About Us

Since 1987, We’ve Done Things the Gilmer Way.

Gilmer started as a family-run operation with a single warehouse and a big vision: deliver reliable, hardworking logistics solutions without the red tape. Founded in 1986 by Thomas J. Gilmer after a 17-year career at Anheuser-Busch, the company quickly grew from a small startup into one of the largest family-owned 3PL providers in the Southeast. That same commitment to service and grit still drives us today.

History

What started small grew with purpose.
Gilmer was built on relationships, resilience, and real-world experience. From sorting pallets after school to running multi-state operations, every generation of the Gilmer family has helped shape its growth. Over the years, we’ve expanded not just in square footage, but in capability—adding new services, investing in automation, and growing a team that shares our hands-on mindset. The work has changed. The values haven’t.
1986
Since
350+
Employees
17+
Locations
Where the Work Happens
Teamwork That Delivers
Always Moving Forward
Innovation at Work
Opportunity Built In

Sustainability

We take care of what we move, and how we move it.

At Gilmer, sustainability is part of how we do business. From recycling materials to reducing waste, we’re always looking for smarter, cleaner ways to operate. We reuse cardboard, plastic, and packaging materials whenever possible—and we divert unusable food products away from landfills by compacting and repurposing them elsewhere. 

End-to-End Solutions

Smart Logistics from First Mile to Final Delivery
From the first mile to the last, we handle every step of your supply chain—distribution, fulfillment, contract packaging, e-commerce, returns, and transportation. Whether it’s pallets or individual orders, we deliver with precision and speed.
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Distribution / Fulfillment

  • Multi-Customer
  • Dedicated
  • Ambient/Temp Controlled
  • Quality Focused
  • Robust WMS
  • Food Grade
  • Access to Major Interstates
  • Rail Access
  • Fully Secured
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Contract Packaging Capabilities

  • Shrink Wrapping
  • Bundling
  • Kitting
  • Cartoning
  • POP Display Assembly
  • Rework
  • Labeling
  • Embedded Packaging Services
  • Temperature Controlled
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Industries Served

  • Food and Beverage
  • Health & Beauty
  • Manufacturers
  • Ingredients
  • Industrial
  • Distributors
  • Retail

People

The People Behind the Promise
Every great outcome starts with a solid team. From warehouse floor to leadership, our people bring experience, energy, and focus to everything we do.

Built on Long-Term Partnerships

Trusted by Major Manufacturers and Global Brands
Armstrong Transport Group
DHL
First Quality
Frito Lay
Georgia Pacific
Graphic Packaging
Irving
Kumho Tire
Nichia
PepsiCo
Perdue
Snap-On