According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment in manufacturing and logistics occupations is projected to grow at varying rates from 2024 to 2034.
With over 50 years of workforce management experience, Broadleaf is well-equipped to source and recruit manufacturing and logistics candidates across an array of job disciplines. As your partners in total talent management, our team of talent acquisition experts consult with our clients and customize solutions to meet their specific needs. At Broadleaf, we help propel your workforce into the future.
Is your business prepared to win the race for top talent?
As senior leaders collectively prepare for the start of the new year, developing a well-designed talent approach will be critical in effectively sourcing, recruiting, and retaining these in-demand candidates. By leveraging our 2025 Manufacturing and Logistics Salary Guide, your organization will be well-positioned to attract these qualified professionals with competitive salary rates in 2025 and beyond.
Anticipated Industry Trends
Broadleaf’s team of workforce experts anticipates these manufacturing and logistics trends becoming more prevalent in the future:
- Logisticians: Expected to grow 17%. As e-commerce grows, workers will be in demand to move products more efficiently, solve problems, and identify areas for improvement.
- Industrial Machinery Mechanics: Projected to grow 13%. The continued adoption of automated manufacturing machinery is expected to create jobs, and keep machines in good working order.
- Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers: Anticipated to grow 6%. These managers will be needed to plan and coordinate an increasing volume of inventory and sophisticated supply chain management systems.
- Delivery Truck Drivers and Driver/Sales Workers: Projected to grow 8%, due to a growing demand for faster and more convenient delivery services driven by e-commerce and mobile ordering apps.
- General Maintenance/Repair Workers: Expected to grow by 4%. These workers will continue to be needed to improve and renovate residential and nonresidential properties.
Job Growth Outlook, 2024 – 2034
The positions with the highest projected growth in manufacturing and logistics are:
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17%
Logisticians -
13%
Industrial Machinery Mechanics -
6%
Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers -
8%
Delivery Truck Drivers and Driver/Sales Workers: -
4%
General Maintenance/Repair Workers:
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