In "The State of Logistics Hiring", Joe Lynch and Charlie Saffro, a recruiting and retention expert and CEO of CS Recruiting, discuss why employee-focused cultures and niche expertise are now critical to overcoming talent shortages in the supply chain industry.

About Charlie Saffro

Charlie Saffro is a recruiting and retention expert, a female entrepreneur, and a TEDx speaker with a passion for sharing ideas around human leadership, talent acquisition and retention, employee engagement, and company culture. Charlie founded a third party recruiting firm in 2010 with the goal of connecting employers and professionals within the Transportation, Logistics, and Supply Chain industry. Today, as the CEO of CS Recruiting, Charlie leads a thriving organization and a talented team of professional career matchmakers. She is dedicated to helping leaders of all industries prioritize employee-focused cultures. Charlie is an established thought leader and offers personalized coaching, team workshops, and keynotes to share her perspective as both a recruiter and a company leader.

About CS Recruiting

CS Recruiting focuses on recruitment and talent advisory within the Logistics, Transportation and Supply chain Industry. We partner with clients across North America to help them identify the most qualified candidates for their niche hiring needs. Our client base consists of 3PLs, Asset Providers, Shippers (Manufacturers/Distributors) and companies that offer a technology platform, equipment solution or consulting services. We pride ourselves on our industry expertise, competitive market knowledge and network of talent to support searches for positions of all levels and functions that influence the Supply Chain. CS Recruiting's goal is to partner with clients and candidates to develop long lasting relationships and make appropriate and time sensitive career matches.

Key Takeaways: The State of Logistics Hiring

• In "The State of Logistics Hiring", Joe Lynch and Charlie Saffro, a recruiting and retention expert and CEO of CS Recruiting, discuss why employee-focused cultures and niche expertise are now critical to overcoming talent shortages in the supply chain industry.
• Culture Drives Retention: Employee-focused cultures are the primary strategy for both attracting and keeping talent in logistics.
• Specialization is Essential: Hiring success demands deep niche industry expertise within the Logistics, Transportation, and Supply Chain sectors.
• Broad Talent Demand: The hiring crisis spans across 3PLs, Shippers, and Tech providers—the entire supply chain ecosystem.
• Prioritize Human Leadership: Effective recruitment and engagement rely heavily on human leadership skills to improve employee experience.
• Recruiting as Advisory: The best firms view recruiting as a strategic talent advisory partnership, not just a transaction.
• External Expert Insight: Companies are leveraging external thought leaders (like Charlie Saffro) for coaching and workshops to refine internal processes.
• Candidate-Driven Market: Logistics hiring requires understanding and addressing what motivates top talent, as candidates currently hold the leverage.

Learn More About The State of Logistics Hiring

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Charlie's TEDx Talk

Recruiting and Retaining Top Performers in Logistics with Charlie Saffro

Winning the Logistics Talent War with Charlie Saffro

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