GITNUXREPORT 2026

HR In The Supply Chain Industry Statistics

Compensation and benefits in supply chain HR are tightening up fast, with the average supply chain salary up 5.2% to $78,500 and health benefits reaching 92% of full-time employees, while 64% of roles add performance bonuses averaging 12% of base pay. Keep reading to see what drives retention and hiring right now, from DEI adoption and training ROI to why 28% of entry-level hires leave in 2023 when the job promise does not match reality.

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Average supply chain salary increased 5.2% to $78,500 in 2023

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64% of supply chain roles offer performance bonuses averaging 12% of base pay

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Health benefits cover 92% of supply chain full-time employees

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401(k) match averages 4.5% in supply chain industry

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Warehouse worker median wage rose to $19.50/hour in 2023

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58% of supply chain executives receive stock options as benefits

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Paid time off averages 15 days for supply chain staff

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71% offer tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually

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Overtime pay compliance at 96% in supply chain firms

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49% provide childcare benefits to retain supply chain parents

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Total rewards statements used by 67% of supply chain HR

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Logistics manager average salary $95,000 in 2023

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62% of supply chain benefits include mental health days

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Commission structures for sales in supply chain average 8-10%

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55% offer hybrid work stipends of $500/year

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Pension plans cover 23% of supply chain workforce

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76% satisfaction with benefits packages in supply chain surveys

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Shift differentials add 10-15% to night shift pay in supply chain

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48% provide gym memberships or wellness allowances

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Long-term incentive plans for 42% of mid-level supply chain roles

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69% of supply chain firms benchmark pay annually via surveys

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Family leave averages 12 weeks paid in supply chain

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53% offer pet insurance as emerging benefit

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CEO pay in supply chain logistics firms averaged $4.2M in 2023

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61% variable pay tied to supply chain KPIs

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Dental coverage at 88% with $2,000 annual max

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44% provide relocation assistance up to $10,000

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Equity grants for 31% of supply chain tech specialists

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65% of benefits customized based on employee feedback

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Minimum wage compliance pushes 27% supply chain pay adjustments

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57% offer student loan repayment assistance averaging $100/month

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Women represent 26% of supply chain workforce in 2023

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Ethnic minorities comprise 42% of supply chain entry-level roles

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34% of supply chain leadership positions held by women in 2024

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DEI training completion in supply chain reaches 78% of employees

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51% of supply chain firms have DEI metrics in performance reviews

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LGBTQ+ inclusion scores in supplychain average 62/100

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29% increase in Hispanic representation in supply chain logistics since 2020

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67% of supply chain HR prioritizes neurodiversity hiring

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Gender pay gap in supply chain stands at 18% for equivalent roles

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45% of supply chain companies have ERGs for underrepresented groups

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Black professionals hold 12% of supply chain managerial roles

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73% of supply chain firms report improved innovation from diverse teams

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Age diversity: 22% of supply chain workforce over 55 in 2023

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58% adoption of blind resume screening in supply chain recruiting

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Veteran hiring in supply chain reaches 15% of workforce

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39% of supply chain DEI budgets increased by 20% in 2023

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Intersectional DEI programs cover 44% of supply chain employees

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61% correlation between DEI maturity and supply chain performance

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Disability inclusion in supply chain hiring at 7% representation

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76% of supply chain leaders view DEI as business imperative

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Multicultural training reduces bias incidents by 31% in supply chain

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33% women in supply chain procurement roles globally

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52% of supply chain firms track DEI via people analytics

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Asian representation in supply chain tech roles at 24%

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68% of supply chain ERGs focus on mentoring underrepresented talent

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Pay equity audits conducted by 49% of supply chain HR annually

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41% increase in non-binary inclusion policies in supply chain

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Diverse supplier programs linked to 25% better retention of diverse talent

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55% of supply chain job postings include DEI statements

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Indigenous representation in supply chain at 3.2% in North America

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72% of supply chain firms report higher employee satisfaction with DEI initiatives

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In 2023, 68% of supply chain organizations reported challenges in recruiting skilled logistics professionals

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72% of HR leaders in supply chain firms noted a 25% increase in time-to-hire for warehouse supervisors from 2021 to 2023

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Only 45% of supply chain companies use AI-driven tools for candidate sourcing in 2024, leading to inefficiencies

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55% of supply chain HR teams prioritize passive candidate outreach, up from 40% in 2022

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Turnover in entry-level supply chain roles reached 28% in 2023 due to hiring mismatches

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61% of supply chain executives plan to increase hiring budgets by 15% in 2024 for transportation roles

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49% of supply chain firms report a shortage of 10,000+ forklift operators annually

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Use of gig workers in supply chain recruitment grew by 35% year-over-year in 2023

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74% of HR in supply chain uses LinkedIn for 70% of sourcing logistics talent

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Applicant tracking systems adoption in supply chain HR hit 82% in 2023, reducing bias by 18%

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53% of supply chain roles remain unfilled for over 60 days due to skill gaps

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Diversity hiring goals met by only 37% of supply chain companies in 2023

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Remote interviewing adoption in supply chain recruitment increased to 67% post-pandemic

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59% of supply chain HR reports salary competition as top hiring barrier

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Employer branding efforts boosted supply chain application rates by 22% in 2023

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64% of supply chain firms partner with universities for talent pipelines

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Hiring for sustainability roles in supply chain rose 40% in 2023

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51% of supply chain recruiters use video assessments, improving hire quality by 15%

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Cost per hire in supply chain averaged $4,200 in 2023, up 12% from 2022

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70% of supply chain HR plans to expand apprenticeships for warehouse staff

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Female representation in supply chain hiring pipelines is 28% as of 2023

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62% of supply chain roles require certifications, slowing hiring by 20%

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Internal mobility fills 35% of supply chain vacancies in 2023

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57% of supply chain HR uses predictive analytics for hiring forecasts

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Offer acceptance rates in supply chain dropped to 78% in 2023 due to counteroffers

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66% of supply chain companies invest in employee referral programs, yielding 25% better retention

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Seasonal hiring spikes in supply chain peak at 50% workforce increase

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48% of supply chain HR reports automation reducing manual sourcing by 30%

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Global supply chain hiring favors multilingual candidates by 42%

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69% of supply chain firms face ghosting from candidates post-interview

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Annual voluntary turnover in supply chain industry averaged 19.2% in 2023

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41% of supply chain workers cite career growth as key retention factor

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Retention rates improve by 27% with flexible scheduling in supply chain

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53% of supply chain HR uses stay interviews to reduce turnover by 15%

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High turnover costs supply chain firms $15,000 per warehouse employee

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62% of supply chain millennials plan to leave within 2 years without promotions

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Employee engagement scores in supply chain average 65% in 2023

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47% turnover reduction achieved via recognition programs in supply chain

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59% of supply chain exits due to poor management relationships

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Retention bonuses offered to 38% of key supply chain roles in 2023

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71% of supply chain firms track turnover via HR analytics dashboards

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Work-life balance initiatives retain 52% more supply chain parents

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66% of supply chain turnover occurs in first year for new hires

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DEI efforts correlate with 20% lower turnover in supply chain

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55% of supply chain HR predicts turnover rise to 22% by 2025

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Exit interview response rates in supply chain are 43%

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69% retention boost from career pathing in supply chain roles

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Overtime fatigue causes 28% of supply chain voluntary quits

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61% of supply chain boomers retire early due to burnout

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Predictive turnover models used by 48% of supply chain HR

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57% turnover drop after wellness programs in supply chain

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Seasonal workers retention at 22% for repeat hires in supply chain

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64% of supply chain firms offer sabbaticals to retain top talent

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Remote work options retain 35% more supply chain analysts

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52% of supply chain turnover tied to compensation dissatisfaction

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Alumni networks retain 29% of departed supply chain talent

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73% of supply chain HR uses pulse surveys for retention insights

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75% of supply chain employees receive under 40 hours of training annually

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Investment in supply chain training programs averaged $1,200 per employee in 2023

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82% of supply chain firms prioritize digital skills training for logistics staff

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Only 39% of warehouse workers complete mandatory safety training on time

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Upskilling programs reduced supply chain errors by 22% in trained teams

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54% of supply chain HR uses e-learning platforms, increasing completion rates by 35%

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Leadership development training covers 28% of supply chain managers annually

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67% of supply chain companies report ROI of 4:1 on training investments

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Soft skills training adoption in supply chain rose to 61% in 2023

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44% of supply chain training focuses on sustainability and ESG compliance

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Microlearning modules boosted supply chain retention of training knowledge by 50%

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73% of supply chain HR integrates VR for hazardous training simulations

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Training hours for supply chain executives average 60 per year

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58% of supply chain firms lack customized training for procurement roles

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Gamification in supply chain training improves engagement by 48%

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65% of supply chain training budgets increased by 18% in 2023-2024

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Certification completion rates in supply chain stand at 76% for CSCP programs

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52% of supply chain workers need reskilling for automation by 2025

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Mentorship programs train 41% of junior supply chain staff effectively

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71% of supply chain HR measures training via Kirkpatrick Level 3 metrics

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Cross-functional training reduces silos by 29% in supply chain teams

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49% of supply chain training is delivered via mobile apps

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AI-personalized training paths adopted by 37% of supply chain firms

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63% report improved productivity post-supply chain compliance training

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Onboarding training duration averages 2 weeks for supply chain new hires

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56% of supply chain training emphasizes supply chain 4.0 technologies

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68% of supply chain training programs include resilience training post-COVID

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Female participation in supply chain training programs is 32% in 2023

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74% of supply chain turnover linked to inadequate training in 2023

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Published Feb 13, 2026·Last verified May 20, 2026·Next review: Nov 2026

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HR in the supply chain workforce is getting paid, protected, and pushed in ways that don’t always look uniform across roles. For example, annual cost per hire hit $4,200 in 2023 and surged 12% from 2022, while overtime pay compliance is reported at 96% in supply chain firms. And beneath the pay and benefits, retention pressures are already surfacing, with annual voluntary turnover averaging 19.2% in 2023 and career growth cited by 41% of workers as the key reason they stay or go.

Key Takeaways

Average supply chain salary increased 5.2% to $78,500 in 2023
64% of supply chain roles offer performance bonuses averaging 12% of base pay
Health benefits cover 92% of supply chain full-time employees
Women represent 26% of supply chain workforce in 2023
Ethnic minorities comprise 42% of supply chain entry-level roles
34% of supply chain leadership positions held by women in 2024
In 2023, 68% of supply chain organizations reported challenges in recruiting skilled logistics professionals
72% of HR leaders in supply chain firms noted a 25% increase in time-to-hire for warehouse supervisors from 2021 to 2023
Only 45% of supply chain companies use AI-driven tools for candidate sourcing in 2024, leading to inefficiencies
Annual voluntary turnover in supply chain industry averaged 19.2% in 2023
41% of supply chain workers cite career growth as key retention factor
Retention rates improve by 27% with flexible scheduling in supply chain
75% of supply chain employees receive under 40 hours of training annually
Investment in supply chain training programs averaged $1,200 per employee in 2023
82% of supply chain firms prioritize digital skills training for logistics staff

In 2023, supply chain pay, benefits, and training rose alongside faster turnover and hiring challenges.

Compensation and Benefits

1Average supply chain salary increased 5.2% to $78,500 in 2023

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264% of supply chain roles offer performance bonuses averaging 12% of base pay

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3Health benefits cover 92% of supply chain full-time employees

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4401(k) match averages 4.5% in supply chain industry

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5Warehouse worker median wage rose to $19.50/hour in 2023

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658% of supply chain executives receive stock options as benefits

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7Paid time off averages 15 days for supply chain staff

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871% offer tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually

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9Overtime pay compliance at 96% in supply chain firms

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1049% provide childcare benefits to retain supply chain parents

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11Total rewards statements used by 67% of supply chain HR

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12Logistics manager average salary $95,000 in 2023

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1362% of supply chain benefits include mental health days

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14Commission structures for sales in supply chain average 8-10%

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1555% offer hybrid work stipends of $500/year

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16Pension plans cover 23% of supply chain workforce

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1776% satisfaction with benefits packages in supply chain surveys

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18Shift differentials add 10-15% to night shift pay in supply chain

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1948% provide gym memberships or wellness allowances

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20Long-term incentive plans for 42% of mid-level supply chain roles

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2169% of supply chain firms benchmark pay annually via surveys

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22Family leave averages 12 weeks paid in supply chain

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2353% offer pet insurance as emerging benefit

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24CEO pay in supply chain logistics firms averaged $4.2M in 2023

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2561% variable pay tied to supply chain KPIs

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26Dental coverage at 88% with $2,000 annual max

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2744% provide relocation assistance up to $10,000

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28Equity grants for 31% of supply chain tech specialists

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2965% of benefits customized based on employee feedback

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30Minimum wage compliance pushes 27% supply chain pay adjustments

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3157% offer student loan repayment assistance averaging $100/month

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Compensation and Benefits Interpretation

The statistics reveal that supply chain firms are strategically sweetening the pot with competitive pay, robust bonuses, and surprisingly thoughtful perks like pet insurance and student loan help, proving they finally understand that keeping the gears of global commerce turning requires keeping their people genuinely happy and invested.

Diversity and Inclusion

1Women represent 26% of supply chain workforce in 2023

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2Ethnic minorities comprise 42% of supply chain entry-level roles

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334% of supply chain leadership positions held by women in 2024

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4DEI training completion in supply chain reaches 78% of employees

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551% of supply chain firms have DEI metrics in performance reviews

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6LGBTQ+ inclusion scores in supplychain average 62/100

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729% increase in Hispanic representation in supply chain logistics since 2020

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867% of supply chain HR prioritizes neurodiversity hiring

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9Gender pay gap in supply chain stands at 18% for equivalent roles

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1045% of supply chain companies have ERGs for underrepresented groups

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11Black professionals hold 12% of supply chain managerial roles

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1273% of supply chain firms report improved innovation from diverse teams

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13Age diversity: 22% of supply chain workforce over 55 in 2023

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1458% adoption of blind resume screening in supply chain recruiting

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15Veteran hiring in supply chain reaches 15% of workforce

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1639% of supply chain DEI budgets increased by 20% in 2023

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17Intersectional DEI programs cover 44% of supply chain employees

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1861% correlation between DEI maturity and supply chain performance

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19Disability inclusion in supply chain hiring at 7% representation

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2076% of supply chain leaders view DEI as business imperative

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21Multicultural training reduces bias incidents by 31% in supply chain

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2233% women in supply chain procurement roles globally

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2352% of supply chain firms track DEI via people analytics

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24Asian representation in supply chain tech roles at 24%

Directional

2568% of supply chain ERGs focus on mentoring underrepresented talent

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26Pay equity audits conducted by 49% of supply chain HR annually

Single source

2741% increase in non-binary inclusion policies in supply chain

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28Diverse supplier programs linked to 25% better retention of diverse talent

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2955% of supply chain job postings include DEI statements

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30Indigenous representation in supply chain at 3.2% in North America

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3172% of supply chain firms report higher employee satisfaction with DEI initiatives

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Diversity and Inclusion Interpretation

The supply chain industry is discovering that diversity is its most valuable logistical asset, boasting clear progress in many DEI metrics while still grappling with stubborn gaps that reveal this critical journey is far from over.

Recruitment and Hiring

1In 2023, 68% of supply chain organizations reported challenges in recruiting skilled logistics professionals

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272% of HR leaders in supply chain firms noted a 25% increase in time-to-hire for warehouse supervisors from 2021 to 2023

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3Only 45% of supply chain companies use AI-driven tools for candidate sourcing in 2024, leading to inefficiencies

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455% of supply chain HR teams prioritize passive candidate outreach, up from 40% in 2022

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5Turnover in entry-level supply chain roles reached 28% in 2023 due to hiring mismatches

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661% of supply chain executives plan to increase hiring budgets by 15% in 2024 for transportation roles

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749% of supply chain firms report a shortage of 10,000+ forklift operators annually

Directional

8Use of gig workers in supply chain recruitment grew by 35% year-over-year in 2023

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974% of HR in supply chain uses LinkedIn for 70% of sourcing logistics talent

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10Applicant tracking systems adoption in supply chain HR hit 82% in 2023, reducing bias by 18%

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1153% of supply chain roles remain unfilled for over 60 days due to skill gaps

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12Diversity hiring goals met by only 37% of supply chain companies in 2023

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13Remote interviewing adoption in supply chain recruitment increased to 67% post-pandemic

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1459% of supply chain HR reports salary competition as top hiring barrier

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15Employer branding efforts boosted supply chain application rates by 22% in 2023

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1664% of supply chain firms partner with universities for talent pipelines

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17Hiring for sustainability roles in supply chain rose 40% in 2023

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1851% of supply chain recruiters use video assessments, improving hire quality by 15%

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19Cost per hire in supply chain averaged $4,200 in 2023, up 12% from 2022

Directional

2070% of supply chain HR plans to expand apprenticeships for warehouse staff

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21Female representation in supply chain hiring pipelines is 28% as of 2023

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2262% of supply chain roles require certifications, slowing hiring by 20%

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23Internal mobility fills 35% of supply chain vacancies in 2023

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2457% of supply chain HR uses predictive analytics for hiring forecasts

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25Offer acceptance rates in supply chain dropped to 78% in 2023 due to counteroffers

Directional

2666% of supply chain companies invest in employee referral programs, yielding 25% better retention

Directional

27Seasonal hiring spikes in supply chain peak at 50% workforce increase

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2848% of supply chain HR reports automation reducing manual sourcing by 30%

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29Global supply chain hiring favors multilingual candidates by 42%

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3069% of supply chain firms face ghosting from candidates post-interview

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Recruitment and Hiring Interpretation

The supply chain industry is frantically trying to patch a leaking talent pipeline with a mix of AI hesitancy, frantic LinkedIn scrolling, and rising budgets, only to watch candidates ghost them for better offers while forklift operator chairs remain conspicuously empty.

Retention and Turnover

1Annual voluntary turnover in supply chain industry averaged 19.2% in 2023

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241% of supply chain workers cite career growth as key retention factor

Directional

3Retention rates improve by 27% with flexible scheduling in supply chain

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453% of supply chain HR uses stay interviews to reduce turnover by 15%

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5High turnover costs supply chain firms $15,000 per warehouse employee

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662% of supply chain millennials plan to leave within 2 years without promotions

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7Employee engagement scores in supply chain average 65% in 2023

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847% turnover reduction achieved via recognition programs in supply chain

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959% of supply chain exits due to poor management relationships

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10Retention bonuses offered to 38% of key supply chain roles in 2023

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1171% of supply chain firms track turnover via HR analytics dashboards

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12Work-life balance initiatives retain 52% more supply chain parents

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1366% of supply chain turnover occurs in first year for new hires

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14DEI efforts correlate with 20% lower turnover in supply chain

Single source

1555% of supply chain HR predicts turnover rise to 22% by 2025

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16Exit interview response rates in supply chain are 43%

Single source

1769% retention boost from career pathing in supply chain roles

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18Overtime fatigue causes 28% of supply chain voluntary quits

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1961% of supply chain boomers retire early due to burnout

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20Predictive turnover models used by 48% of supply chain HR

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2157% turnover drop after wellness programs in supply chain

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22Seasonal workers retention at 22% for repeat hires in supply chain

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2364% of supply chain firms offer sabbaticals to retain top talent

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24Remote work options retain 35% more supply chain analysts

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2552% of supply chain turnover tied to compensation dissatisfaction

Directional

26Alumni networks retain 29% of departed supply chain talent

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2773% of supply chain HR uses pulse surveys for retention insights

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Retention and Turnover Interpretation

Supply chains are leaking talent at a cost of thousands per exit, yet the repair manual is clear: listen to employees, offer growth and flexibility, and maybe stop driving the best ones away with poor management and burnout.

Training and Development

175% of supply chain employees receive under 40 hours of training annually

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2Investment in supply chain training programs averaged $1,200 per employee in 2023

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382% of supply chain firms prioritize digital skills training for logistics staff

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4Only 39% of warehouse workers complete mandatory safety training on time

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5Upskilling programs reduced supply chain errors by 22% in trained teams

Verified

654% of supply chain HR uses e-learning platforms, increasing completion rates by 35%

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7Leadership development training covers 28% of supply chain managers annually

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867% of supply chain companies report ROI of 4:1 on training investments

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9Soft skills training adoption in supply chain rose to 61% in 2023

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1044% of supply chain training focuses on sustainability and ESG compliance

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11Microlearning modules boosted supply chain retention of training knowledge by 50%

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1273% of supply chain HR integrates VR for hazardous training simulations

Directional

13Training hours for supply chain executives average 60 per year

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1458% of supply chain firms lack customized training for procurement roles

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15Gamification in supply chain training improves engagement by 48%

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1665% of supply chain training budgets increased by 18% in 2023-2024

Single source

17Certification completion rates in supply chain stand at 76% for CSCP programs

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1852% of supply chain workers need reskilling for automation by 2025

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19Mentorship programs train 41% of junior supply chain staff effectively

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2071% of supply chain HR measures training via Kirkpatrick Level 3 metrics

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21Cross-functional training reduces silos by 29% in supply chain teams

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2249% of supply chain training is delivered via mobile apps

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23AI-personalized training paths adopted by 37% of supply chain firms

Single source

2463% report improved productivity post-supply chain compliance training

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25Onboarding training duration averages 2 weeks for supply chain new hires

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2656% of supply chain training emphasizes supply chain 4.0 technologies

Single source

2768% of supply chain training programs include resilience training post-COVID

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28Female participation in supply chain training programs is 32% in 2023

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2974% of supply chain turnover linked to inadequate training in 2023

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Training and Development Interpretation

The statistics reveal an industry paradox: despite clear, quantifiable proof that investing in comprehensive training yields massive returns in safety, efficiency, and retention—such as a 4:1 ROI and a 22% drop in errors—most supply chain employees are chronically under-trained, with three-quarters getting less than a week's worth of annual instruction, which directly fuels the very disruptions and turnover these programs are meant to prevent.

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ismworld.org
ismworld.org
Reference 22
WORKDAY
workday.com
workday.com
Reference 23
IBM
ibm.com
ibm.com
Reference 24
GLASSDOOR
glassdoor.com
glassdoor.com
Reference 25
REFERSION
refersion.com
refersion.com

Reference 26
SUPPLYCHAINMANAGEMENTREVIEW
supplychainmanagementreview.com
supplychainmanagementreview.com
Reference 27
AUTOMATIONWORLD
automationworld.com
automationworld.com
Reference 28
MULTILINGUAL-HR
multilingual-hr.com
multilingual-hr.com
Reference 29
HR
hr.com
hr.com
Reference 30
TRAININGINDUSTRY
trainingindustry.com
trainingindustry.com
Reference 31
EDX
edx.org
edx.org
Reference 32
VRTRAINING
vrtraining.com
vrtraining.com
Reference 33
PROCUREMENTLEADERS
procurementleaders.com
procurementleaders.com
Reference 34
GAMIFY
gamify.com
gamify.com
Reference 35
ASCM
ascm.org
ascm.org
Reference 36
WEFORUM
weforum.org
weforum.org
Reference 37
MENTORCLIQ
mentorcliq.com
mentorcliq.com
Reference 38
KIRKPATRICKPARTNERS
kirkpatrickpartners.com
kirkpatrickpartners.com
Reference 39
CROSSKNOWLEDGE
crossknowledge.com
crossknowledge.com
Reference 40
MOBILELEARNING
mobilelearning.com
mobilelearning.com
Reference 41
COMPLIANCEWEEK
complianceweek.com
complianceweek.com
Reference 42
ONBOARDINGREPORT
onboardingreport.com
onboardingreport.com
Reference 43
SUPPLYCHAIN4POINT0
supplychain4point0.com
supplychain4point0.com
Reference 44
RESILINC
resilinc.com
resilinc.com
Reference 45
GALLUP
gallup.com
gallup.com
Reference 46
WORKLIFEBALANCE
worklifebalance.com
worklifebalance.com
Reference 47
AARP
aarp.org
aarp.org
Reference 48
WELLABLE
wellable.com
wellable.com
Reference 49
FLEXJOBS
flexjobs.com
flexjobs.com
Reference 50
SALARY
salary.com
salary.com
Reference 51
TALENTALUMNI
talentalumni.com
talentalumni.com
Reference 52
QUALTRICS
qualtrics.com
qualtrics.com
Reference 53
HRC
hrc.org
hrc.org
Reference 54
HIRINGOURHEROES
hiringourheroes.org
hiringourheroes.org
Reference 55
SCOPE
scope.org.uk
scope.org.uk
Reference 56
PWC
pwc.com
pwc.com
Reference 57
CULTURALINTELLIGENCE
culturalintelligence.com
culturalintelligence.com
Reference 58
ASIANHR
asianhr.com
asianhr.com
Reference 59
NMSDC
nmsdc.org
nmsdc.org
Reference 60
NAIANC
naianc.org
naianc.org
Reference 61
MENTALHEALTHAMERICA
mentalhealthamerica.org
mentalhealthamerica.org
Reference 62
SALESCOMPENSATION
salescompensation.com
salescompensation.com
Reference 63
PENSIONRIGHTS
pensionrights.org
pensionrights.org
Reference 64
PETINSURANCE
petinsurance.com
petinsurance.com
Reference 65
EXECCOMP
execcomp.com
execcomp.com
Reference 66
DENTALBENEFITS
dentalbenefits.com
dentalbenefits.com
Reference 67
GLOBALMOBILITY
globalmobility.com
globalmobility.com
Reference 68
EQUITYCOMP
equitycomp.com
equitycomp.com
Reference 69
STUDENTLOANPLANNER
studentloanplanner.com
studentloanplanner.com