GITNUXREPORT 2025

Supply Chain In The Staffing Industry Statistics

Supply chain staffing faces shortages, disruptions, and digital transformation challenges.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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29% of supply chain staffing firms plan to expand into new geographic markets in 2024

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55% of supply chain companies consider internship programs vital for grooming future talent

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69% of logistics companies plan to enhance employee wellbeing initiatives to attract talent

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59% of supply chain staffing firms have adopted digital platforms to find candidates

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38% of supply chain companies have increased their reliance on AI-driven staffing tools

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47% of supply chain staffing professionals identify technology adaptation as crucial for attracting candidates

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The utilization of blockchain for supply chain staffing verification has increased by 25% from 2022 to 2023

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61% of staffing firms investing in Artificial Intelligence anticipate significant improvements in candidate matching efficiency

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33% of supply chain professionals expect salary increases of 10% or more in 2024

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The global supply chain staffing market was valued at approximately $35 billion in 2022

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62% of staffing companies report supply chain disruptions as their top challenge in 2023

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45% of supply chain staffing firms plan to increase their workforce in the next year

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78% of companies cite talent shortage as the primary barrier to efficient supply chain management

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Use of temporary supply chain staff increased by 30% during the COVID-19 pandemic

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54% of supply chain staffing agencies report difficulty in filling skilled logistics positions

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70% of supply chain managers say staffing issues cause delays in order fulfillment

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The median time to fill a supply chain management role is 45 days

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The average turnover rate in supply chain staffing is approximately 22%

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67% of supply chain staffing firms experienced higher candidate attrition rates during the pandemic

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48% of logistics companies are actively recruiting supply chain professionals with automation skills

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64% of supply chain recruiters find it challenging to source candidates with digital literacy

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55% of staffing firms in supply chain report increased demand for warehouse operatives

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Automation and robotics are expected to reduce warehouse staffing needs by 15% over the next 5 years

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46% of supply chain HR managers report difficulties in attracting young talent

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43% of staffing agencies specializing in supply chain predict increased competition for qualified candidates in 2024

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65% of supply chain firms plan to invest more in training and development programs for staff

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The average age of supply chain professionals is 45 years old, indicating an aging workforce

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49% of staffing firms report that cross-training employees improves supply chain resilience

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On average, supply chain roles require 3.5 years of prior experience

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52% of supply chain recruiters believe that certifications like CSCP and CLTD improve candidate chances

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41% of industries report high turnover among supply chain entry-level positions

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60% of supply chain staffing agencies increased their use of social media platforms for candidate sourcing

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The average salary for a logistics coordinator in the staffing industry is $55,000 annually

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57% of supply chain staffing agencies report an increase in demand for temporary staff during peak seasons

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73% of supply chain organizations have reported improved efficiency after increasing staffing levels

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68% of supply chain managers report that a lack of qualified candidates delays project timelines

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83% of staffing firms believe that remote work options are critical for attracting supply chain talent

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39% of supply chain staffing companies report a growing trend toward flexible staffing models

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72% of supply chain firms experienced an increase in sourcing challenges during the last two years

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50% of supply chain staffing agencies report utilizing data analytics to identify candidate fit

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47% of logistics companies seek candidates with sustainability knowledge to meet green supply chain standards

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53% of supply chain firms report increased recruiting difficulty for specialized roles like procurement analysts

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44% of supply chain staffing agencies saw an uptick in demand for part-time roles in 2023

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36% of supply chain recruiters report high competition for mid-level manager roles

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58% of staffing firms are investing in upskilling their recruiters to better serve supply chain clients

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42% of supply chain professionals have considered changing careers due to staffing shortages

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71% of supply chain companies report that succession planning is hampered by staffing issues

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Key Highlights

The global supply chain staffing market was valued at approximately $35 billion in 2022
62% of staffing companies report supply chain disruptions as their top challenge in 2023
45% of supply chain staffing firms plan to increase their workforce in the next year
78% of companies cite talent shortage as the primary barrier to efficient supply chain management
Use of temporary supply chain staff increased by 30% during the COVID-19 pandemic
54% of supply chain staffing agencies report difficulty in filling skilled logistics positions
70% of supply chain managers say staffing issues cause delays in order fulfillment
The median time to fill a supply chain management role is 45 days
59% of supply chain staffing firms have adopted digital platforms to find candidates
38% of supply chain companies have increased their reliance on AI-driven staffing tools
The average turnover rate in supply chain staffing is approximately 22%
67% of supply chain staffing firms experienced higher candidate attrition rates during the pandemic
48% of logistics companies are actively recruiting supply chain professionals with automation skills

Navigating a $35 billion industry amid disruptions and talent shortages, the supply chain staffing sector faces unprecedented challenges and transformative opportunities shaping its future in 2024.

Market Growth and Investment Trends

29% of supply chain staffing firms plan to expand into new geographic markets in 2024

Market Growth and Investment Trends Interpretation

With nearly a third of supply chain staffing firms eyeing new markets in 2024, it's clear that the industry isn't just staffing up—it's gearing up for a bold global expansion; after all, in a competitive talent landscape, geography might just be the new battleground.

Talent Acquisition and Retention Strategies

55% of supply chain companies consider internship programs vital for grooming future talent
69% of logistics companies plan to enhance employee wellbeing initiatives to attract talent

Talent Acquisition and Retention Strategies Interpretation

With over half recognizing internships as vital talent pipelines and nearly 70% boosting wellbeing initiatives, the supply chain staffing industry is clearly steering toward a future where cultivating talent and caring for employees are as intertwined as the cargo on their trucks.

Technology Adoption and Digital Transformation

59% of supply chain staffing firms have adopted digital platforms to find candidates
38% of supply chain companies have increased their reliance on AI-driven staffing tools
47% of supply chain staffing professionals identify technology adaptation as crucial for attracting candidates
The utilization of blockchain for supply chain staffing verification has increased by 25% from 2022 to 2023
61% of staffing firms investing in Artificial Intelligence anticipate significant improvements in candidate matching efficiency

Technology Adoption and Digital Transformation Interpretation

As the supply chain staffing industry accelerates into the digital era with over half adopting platforms, nearly 40% turning to AI, and a quarter boosting blockchain use, it's clear that embracing advanced technology isn't just a trend—it's the new payroll for staying competitive and attracting top talent in logistics.

Work Environment and Compensation Trends

33% of supply chain professionals expect salary increases of 10% or more in 2024

Work Environment and Compensation Trends Interpretation

With a third of supply chain professionals bracing for double-digit raises in 2024, the staffing industry must navigate not only talent shortages but also the rising cost of securing top-tier expertise.

Workforce Challenges and Staffing Metrics

The global supply chain staffing market was valued at approximately $35 billion in 2022
62% of staffing companies report supply chain disruptions as their top challenge in 2023
45% of supply chain staffing firms plan to increase their workforce in the next year
78% of companies cite talent shortage as the primary barrier to efficient supply chain management
Use of temporary supply chain staff increased by 30% during the COVID-19 pandemic
54% of supply chain staffing agencies report difficulty in filling skilled logistics positions
70% of supply chain managers say staffing issues cause delays in order fulfillment
The median time to fill a supply chain management role is 45 days
The average turnover rate in supply chain staffing is approximately 22%
67% of supply chain staffing firms experienced higher candidate attrition rates during the pandemic
48% of logistics companies are actively recruiting supply chain professionals with automation skills
64% of supply chain recruiters find it challenging to source candidates with digital literacy
55% of staffing firms in supply chain report increased demand for warehouse operatives
Automation and robotics are expected to reduce warehouse staffing needs by 15% over the next 5 years
46% of supply chain HR managers report difficulties in attracting young talent
43% of staffing agencies specializing in supply chain predict increased competition for qualified candidates in 2024
65% of supply chain firms plan to invest more in training and development programs for staff
The average age of supply chain professionals is 45 years old, indicating an aging workforce
49% of staffing firms report that cross-training employees improves supply chain resilience
On average, supply chain roles require 3.5 years of prior experience
52% of supply chain recruiters believe that certifications like CSCP and CLTD improve candidate chances
41% of industries report high turnover among supply chain entry-level positions
60% of supply chain staffing agencies increased their use of social media platforms for candidate sourcing
The average salary for a logistics coordinator in the staffing industry is $55,000 annually
57% of supply chain staffing agencies report an increase in demand for temporary staff during peak seasons
73% of supply chain organizations have reported improved efficiency after increasing staffing levels
68% of supply chain managers report that a lack of qualified candidates delays project timelines
83% of staffing firms believe that remote work options are critical for attracting supply chain talent
39% of supply chain staffing companies report a growing trend toward flexible staffing models
72% of supply chain firms experienced an increase in sourcing challenges during the last two years
50% of supply chain staffing agencies report utilizing data analytics to identify candidate fit
47% of logistics companies seek candidates with sustainability knowledge to meet green supply chain standards
53% of supply chain firms report increased recruiting difficulty for specialized roles like procurement analysts
44% of supply chain staffing agencies saw an uptick in demand for part-time roles in 2023
36% of supply chain recruiters report high competition for mid-level manager roles
58% of staffing firms are investing in upskilling their recruiters to better serve supply chain clients
42% of supply chain professionals have considered changing careers due to staffing shortages
71% of supply chain companies report that succession planning is hampered by staffing issues

Workforce Challenges and Staffing Metrics Interpretation

Despite a $35 billion valuation and rising demand for talent, the supply chain industry is caught in a paradox of escalating staffing needs and persistent talent shortages—highlighting that even in a digital and automated age, human capital remains the most unpredictable link threatening timely order fulfillment and bottom-line resilience.