10 Emerging Trends in Wholesale Distribution Wholesale distribution is constantly changing. As recruiters that focus in this sector, we see many changes year after year. Here are some key trends reshaping the wholesale distribution industry in 2024. E-commerce Evolution: Wholesale distributors are increasingly gravitating towards online sales channels to broaden their reach and enhance customer…
Every HR professional in the constructions trades sector, whether it be electrical, industrial, plumbing, HVAC or PVF is tasked with the daunting real world challenge of Attracting, Qualifying, Securing and then Retaining top talent. This ‘recruitment cycle” can become all too encompassing during a regular business month. These tasks are just a single component of…
LinkedIn just recently published their 2024 Future of Recruiting report. This is always an excellent read as they poll thousands of recruiting professionals to compile their data. Below we give our readers our view on Linkedin’s six big trends and how it affects wholesale distribution and Manufacturing. AI will supercharge recruiting. AI will assist recruiters…
The United States Department of Labor puts the cost of a bad hire at up to 30% of the employee’s wages for the first year. Therefore, hiring a recruiting firm to fill a role can be cost-effective when considering the long-term impact of making the right hire. While there are upfront costs associated with engaging…
One of the most common concerns we hear from candidates after their first few conversations or interviews with a company is they still lack an understanding of what the day-to-day process will feel like. It is great for hiring managers to express the vision of a role’s purpose, the long-term benefits for the employee and…
You always hear top execs saying they have the best team and people. “People” are a company’s biggest asset. But today, many companies are faced with the real-world challenge of retaining that top talent. This challenge rests on management’s shoulders. Employees typically quit because of their boss, not the company. A January 2024 study by…
Distributors have certainly been navigating through unprecedented times during COVID-19, and as a recruitment firm, we have seen a lot of variations on how businesses have reacted to keep their employees and candidates safe during this pandemic. Here are a few things to consider. Recruitment climate: there is an abundance of candidates on the market.…
GRN COASTAL WINS multiple awards GRN Coastal, a leading recruitment firm specializing in the electrical, automation, plumbing, PVF, HVAC and renewable energy industries, was recently recognized as the Top Performing Rookie Office at GRN’s annual meeting. Additionally, John Salvadore, principal of GRN Coastal, was recognized as the Rookie of the Year. Said John, “ We…
Todays hiring climate varies greatly based upon the business sectors that you are working in. Nevertheless, we are seeing some trends which seem to appear repeatedly. Technology skills are at a premium Whether you are an industry “rookie” (<5 years) or a seasoned veteran , the use of technology is at a premium. Can’t speak,…
Today’s hiring environment is very competitive when it comes to sourcing top talent. Top talent has choices. We find that our top candidates typically have not been looking for a role actively but they have their eyes open. Why candidates look for new roles Companies need to identify their rising stars and make sure they…