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Amazon India hires 1.1 lakh seasonal employees in major Indian cities ahead of festive season | Mint

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Livemint · 11m ago

Amazon India hires 1.1 lakh seasonal employees in major Indian cities ahead of festive season | Mint

Amazon India has announced that it has hired over 110,000 seasonal workers ahead of the festival season in order to ensure timely and reliable deliveries. The company has offered both direct and indirect job opportunities in major cities across India. The move has been commended by Union Minister of Labour and Employment, Mansukh Mandaviya, who praised Amazon for prioritizing the employment of women and individuals with disabilities. The company has also implemented various initiatives to support the well-being of its associates, including dedicated resting points, healthcare support, and educational scholarships.

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Economic Times · 3d ago

Flipkart creates 2.2 lakh seasonal jobs ahead of festive season - The Economic Times

Flipkart has created over 2.2 lakh seasonal job opportunities in supply chain, logistics, and last-mile delivery roles to prepare for the festive season. The company is also establishing 650 new delivery hubs in tier 2 and 3 cities, focusing on inclusive hiring practices, including a 10% increase in female employees and opportunities for persons with disabilities (PwD). This aligns with Amazon India's creation of 1.5 lakh seasonal jobs, enhancing employment and logistics infrastructure.

Meesho enables 8.5 lakh job opportunities this festive season

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YourStory · 11m ago

Meesho enables 8.5 lakh job opportunities this festive season

Meesho, an affordable marketplace, has created 8.5 lakh seasonal job opportunities this festive season, a 70% increase from the previous year. Over 60% of the jobs were in Tier III and IV regions. Meesho's sellers have hired 5 lakh seasonal workers, while partnerships with logistics providers have generated an additional 3.5 lakh jobs. The company aims to make ecommerce accessible and inclusive, introducing value-added services and emphasizing women's participation. Flipkart, another ecommerce platform, plans to create over 1 lakh jobs ahead of its Big Billion Days sale.

Ecommerce companies go big on gig hiring for festive play

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1d ago

Ecommerce companies go big on gig hiring for festive play

Ecommerce companies, led by Amazon and Flipkart, are ramping up seasonal hiring for the festive season, reaching a three-year high. They focus on inclusivity by hiring more women and differently-abled workers. As-such, half a million seasonal jobs are expected. This uptick follows weak summer sales and aims to capitalize on festive demand, despite recent economic challenges. Key positions include delivery, logistics, and technology roles, with salaries ranging from Rs 17,000-32,000 per month.

Amazon opens up over 1.5 lakh temporary jobs in run-up to festival season - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 10d ago

Amazon opens up over 1.5 lakh temporary jobs in run-up to festival season - The Economic Times

Amazon has announced the creation of over 150,000 temporary job opportunities in India to meet increased demand during the festival season. These roles span fulfilment, sort centres, and delivery stations. The hiring will occur in more than 400 cities, addressing demand from both large and smaller cities. This seasonal hiring aims to ensure fast deliveries during significant sales events like Amazon's Great Indian Festival. Many seasonal workers often continue at Amazon post-festivals.

Ecommerce platforms target tier-2 and tier-3 cities for festive sales growth in India

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1m ago

Ecommerce platforms target tier-2 and tier-3 cities for festive sales growth in India

Consumer brands and ecommerce platforms in India are targeting tier-2, -3, and -4 cities to boost sales during the festive season. Companies like Amazon, Meesho, and Flipkart are expanding their delivery networks, while brands like Nykaa plan to bolster regional engagements and offer significant discounts. Despite slowing growth in major urban markets, smaller cities are poised for expansion, driven by increased smartphone penetration and disposable incomes. Platforms hope that festive demand will compensate for earlier sales declines.

Festive season to create 216,000 temp jobs, hiring up 20% YoY

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1m ago

Festive season to create 216,000 temp jobs, hiring up 20% YoY

India's festive season is anticipated to generate over 216,000 seasonal jobs from July to December, marking a 15-20% increase in temporary hiring compared to the previous year, according to Adecco India. The surge is driven by strong consumer sentiment and aggressive festive promotions across sectors like retail and logistics. Metro cities lead in hiring demand, with a 19% rise, while tier 2 cities experience faster growth at 42%. Employers focus on digital fluency and retention strategies, including improved incentives.

Analysts see online platforms hiring 15% more this festival season; but onboarding faces delay - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 3d ago

Analysts see online platforms hiring 15% more this festival season; but onboarding faces delay - The Economic Times

Analysts expect a 15-20% increase in seasonal hiring by online platforms this festival season, focusing on tier-2 and tier-3 cities, according to staffing firm Teamlease. While hiring is up, companies are cautious with onboarding due to last year's sluggish demand. E-commerce giants like Amazon and Flipkart have significantly increased their seasonal job offerings to meet the anticipated demand surge, with Amazon planning 150,000 and Flipkart 220,000 seasonal positions to support operations during the peak shopping period.

Created over 100,000 job opportunities in India ahead of festive season: Amazon

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

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Amazon has announced that it has created over 100,000 job opportunities in India ahead of the festive season. The e-commerce giant is preparing for the surge in demand during the upcoming festive period and has been rapidly expanding its operations in the country. The move by Amazon is expected to provide a boost to the economy and create employment opportunities for many Indians.

Amazon plans to hire 250,000 US workers for holiday season

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Amazon plans to hire 250,000 US workers for holiday season

Amazon plans to hire 250,000 US workers for the holiday season to meet the surge in demand for online shopping. The seasonal hires will join Amazon's network of fulfillment centers, sorting centers, and delivery stations. Last year, the company hired 100,000 seasonal employees, and this year's hiring spree marks a significant increase. The move comes as e-commerce continues to flourish amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Ahead of festive season, Flipkart holds seller conclaves across India

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Economic Times · 2y ago

Ahead of festive season, Flipkart holds seller conclaves across India

Flipkart and rival Amazon India hold extensive discussions with online merchants ahead of their crucial festive season sales to prepare and manage inventory as well as share insights on what kind of offers would work better in a certain category.

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