Hiring practices in US third-party logistics firms

Reports the results of a survey of 41 US third-party logistics (3PL) firm practices for hiring entry-level managers. Reveals the recruiting, selection, and compensation methods used for 96 different positions and related compensation data (e.g. mean starting salary = US$34,358). Recommends that 3PL...

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Published in:International journal of physical distribution & logistics management 2001-12, Vol.31 (10), p.714-732
Main Authors: Gibson, Brian J., Lorin Cook, Robert
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Benchmarking
Compensation
Employees
Executive compensation
Hiring
Human resource management
Literature reviews
Logistics
Logistics management
Market penetration
Polls & surveys
Questionnaires
Recruitment
Salaries
Sales
Searching
Skills
Strategy
Studies
Wages & salaries
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Summary:Reports the results of a survey of 41 US third-party logistics (3PL) firm practices for hiring entry-level managers. Reveals the recruiting, selection, and compensation methods used for 96 different positions and related compensation data (e.g. mean starting salary = US$34,358). Recommends that 3PL firms use the information to benchmark current practices and offers specific ideas to improve recruiting effectiveness. Also proposes research results-driven job search strategies for individuals seeking positions with 3PL firms.
ISSN:0960-0035
1758-664X
DOI:10.1108/09600030110411400