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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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11m ago
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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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Meesho enables 8.5 lakh job opportunities this festive season
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11m ago
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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.
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Festive season to create 216,000 temp jobs, hiring up 20% YoY
Economic Times
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23d ago
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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.
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Ecommerce platforms target tier-2 and tier-3 cities for festive sales growth in India
Economic Times
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1m ago
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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.
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Created over 100,000 job opportunities in India ahead of festive season: Amazon
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
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.
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Amazon plans to hire 250,000 US workers for holiday season
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
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.
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Ahead of festive season, Flipkart holds seller conclaves across India
Economic Times
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1y ago
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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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Ecommerce adoption in Tier II set to surge as 60% consumers boost festive online budgets: Meesho report
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11m ago
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More than 60% of shoppers on Meesho, an ecommerce marketplace, plan to increase their online shopping budgets, indicating a growing trend of ecommerce adoption in Tier II cities. The company's report, "E-commerce Festive Forecast 2024," suggests a shift towards planned shopping, with 60% of respondents preparing their festive purchases in advance. Social media and influencers play a significant role in shaping consumer purchasing decisions, with 40% of shoppers driven by FOMO and 50% relying on influencer affiliate links. Positive reviews, high-quality content, and detailed product information also influence online purchases. Meesho has created around 850,000 seasonal job opportunities this festive season, a 70% increase from last year.
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Festive sales hit $6.5 billion in a week on ecommerce street: report
Economic Times
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10m ago
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- Online marketplaces recorded a 26% increase in sales, reaching $6.5 billion in one week of festive sales. - Mobile phones, electronics, consumer durables, home, and general merchandise accounted for three-fourths of the total sales. - Sales in the first week made up for about 55% of the total expected ecommerce sales during the festive season this year. - Ecommerce giants Flipkart and Amazon India started their annual festive season sales on September 27, with a strong demand observed from tier-II and beyond cities. - Supply chain issues pose a significant challenge for brands during the festive rush, with demand exceeding expectations in some cases. - Quick-commerce platforms are also witnessing growth during the festive season, particularly in categories like wearables and audio products.
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Amazon India’s Festive Season: Premiumisation Emerges As Key Trend
Inc42
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8m ago
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The demand for premium product categories has revealed new insights for Amazon India, according to Kishore Thota, director for shopping experience at the company. Non-metro cities, particularly Tier II and III, accounted for a significant portion of customers and Prime members. A report from Datum Intelligence stated that the ecommerce Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) exceeded INR 1 Lakh Cr during the festive season in 2024, compared to INR 81,000 Cr in 2023 and INR 69,800 Cr in 2022.
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ONDC introduces bonuses of up to Rs 35 lakh per week for buyer-side apps ahead of festive season
Money Control
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1y ago
Medial
Ahead of the festive season sales, Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) has introduced bonuses of up to Rs 35 lakh per week for buyer-side platforms that can achieve specific order volume milestones. The scheme is graded, starting from Rs 5 lakh for 50,000 orders per week. Additionally, ONDC has increased the maximum number of discounts available to consumers from 2 to 5 per week. The government-backed network aims to reduce the dominance of major e-commerce platforms and hopes to reach 900 million buyers and 1.2 million sellers in the next two years.
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