New Delhi: Job opportunities in e-commerce and the Allied Industry witnessed a 28 percent surge in 2021, and recruitment activities in this segment will get further momentum driven by the economic recovery and driver of aggressive vaccination, according to Teamlease services.
The e-commerce sector grew by 8 percent by 2020 and 30 percent in 2021.
Now it is ready to reach $ 111 billion in 2024 and $ 200 billion in 2026.
Star growth in this sector has provided a desperation that is needed for the economy and Creating many job opportunities.
Seeing the employment ecosystem, there is a 28 percent surge in employment opportunities in e-commerce and allied industries (e-commerce, social trade, wholesale / essential online) in 2021, according to Teamlease services.
“With the driver of Indian aggressive vaccination and economic activities that get normal, next year will be very optimistic.
Recruitment activities have been continued in most industries, even those who face the maximum impact last year,” said Ajoy Thomas, VP & Head of Business (retail, e -Commerce, logistics & transportation), service timlease.
For e-commerce and startup, which has been beneficial throughout, many new job opportunities will be added in 2022, and recruitment will further increase by 32 percent, Thomas added.
During this year, his demand was high for roles such as supply chain management, the role of warehouses, support services, and customer service management.
Further reports noted that not only the location of Tier I, but even the Tier II region to Level IV witnessed a surge in recruitment, especially because e-commerce has now been deeper into the country’s interior.
“The assessment in these industries is an average of 20 to 30 percent.
Many companies also introduce unique benefits and compensation such as relaxing their presence policies, providing flexibility in schedule changes, implementing additional leave and exploring child care options for employees,” it said.
In 2022 it would be a more promising year for e-commerce and technology startup, which was ready to reach 27 percent CAGR, reached $ 111 billion in 2024, said Teamlease service.
While 2022 will be a promising year, some reforms and financial assistance are needed to help the sector grow and develop, he added.
In the coming year, especially during the next budget, the government must recognize and support a new business model both in the product and service segments, aiming to improve consumer experience and provide profitable employment for regular workers and performances with increased income, he said.
In addition, many clarity is also needed about the current e-commerce policy.
“From a policy perspective, reforms may not be held with red ribbons, rigmarole bureaucracy and restrictions on policies that can be avoided.
All of this will help increase further growth in the segment,” he recorded.