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Overview

The Indian logistics sector is a critical connector, linking the country’s commerce. Traditionally, despite advances in technology and the emergence of hundreds of E-Commerce retailers, India’s logistics sector had failed to keep pace with that growth, struggling with shoddy infrastructural problems. That scenario is, however, changing as India is fast-tracking its infrastructure development.

The logistics sector, which comprises freight and passenger transportation via road, rail, air, and water as well as warehousing and cold-storage, is now embracing technology. Delivery start-ups are now reaching out to companies, trying to solve end-delivery gaps, which have plagued this sector in the past. Investors are now eyeing this sector, especially given the pace of government reforms. As such, the entry of foreign players is having a positive impact on the sector.

The Logistics Sector in India: A Snapshot

Key Stats
  • The market for logistics-technology businesses, which includes delivery startups, truck aggregators, and warehousing firms, is expected to surge to US$9.6 billion by 2020 from US$1.4 billion in 2015
  • The logistics sector is growing at a rate of 10% annually
  • India’s logistics sector contributes 13% to the country’s gross domestic product or GDP
  • Automotive, aviation, retail, fast-moving consumer goods or FMCG, and pharmaceuticals are the major customers for the logistics sector
Challenges
  • Inadequate infrastructure is perhaps the biggest challenge facing logistics firms, which have to grapple with poor road conditions, insufficient air and port capacities, and overall poor connectivity
  • The logistics sector is highly fragmented
  • Lack of skilled labor and manpower Volatile demand
  • Changing needs and preferences of customers
Selective Global Search in the Logistics Sector
  • The logistics sector is in a state of flux with many regulatory changes, bringing in rapid changes. Understanding this kind of dynamic change needs expertise. We have seamlessly worked with many companies in the logistics sector, connecting them with the right talent for the right opportunity. It is estimated that more than 28 million skilled workforce is needed in the logistics sector by 2022
  • Job prospects here are dependent on the macro-economic environment. The entry of technology-based startups and E-Commerce in this sector means that the emphasis is now on professionals with technology, warehousing experience, and supply-chain management skills

Our Expertise

How We Help

  • We scout for candidates that require the specific skill sets for the functional requirements of the logistics industry
  • At the operational level, our established processes help you quickly find the talent with the right key competencies
  • We have a team of experts who use our experience and expertise as well as insights obtained through extensive research to build a talent database that meets your needs
  • We use every channel from social media to ads to ensure that you quickly find qualified applicants