Logistics sector becomes more flexible to attract new professionals

65% of companies in the sector are already working on flexibility measures regarding when and where they work, as the main strategy for incorporating professionals and building loyalty in their teams, according to Manpower’s ‘Talent Mismatch 2023‘ study. The firm highlights the keys to boosting the attractiveness of a sector in which it is difficult to find professionals.

Flexibility has become a key factor in attracting and retaining talent for companies in all sectors. In the study ‘What professionals want today‘, 93% see flexibility as important to their lives and 1 in 5 professionals would work four days a week for less pay to improve their work-life balance.

Antonio Holgado, corporate director of logistics and transport at ManpowerGroup, points out: “Companies in the logistics sector have been struggling for years to recruit young people into their teams. Flexibility is a challenge, given the particularities of the industry, but the progress that can be made in this area will facilitate access to more talent and thus boost the competitiveness of those organisations that succeed. Given the limitations in providing financial incentives, companies in the sector should focus on creating an inclusive and responsible culture. In addition, they should develop a value proposition that incorporates elements that their employees and potential candidates value, such as more leisure time, meal and travel allowances, etc.”.

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