Let’s be honest: This is a little opportunistic, but the self-serving component is pure timing. But ‘in’ times like these, maybe that’s not such a bad thing, because if you are willing to do something, you should. Call it Karma, the Golden Rule, Good Citizenship – whatever principles you live by, when there is an opportunity to help, we should. With recent layoffs hitting the Department of Transportation (DOT), many talented professionals are finding themselves unexpectedly looking for work. And while we can’t immediately change the political mess in America that led to this, we should do something to lessen the impact on those employees and their families.
I know there are many folks who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own. I heard about the DOT cuts during my early morning news/doom scrolling – which I really work hard not to do so much of! You can also read about it here, on Freightwaves. Go to LinkedIn, or other social media sites, I see lots of posts talking about this issue, or that, but I don’t want to do nothing. I thought maybe because the DOT is relevant to supply chain that it would be appropriate to engage. Opportunistic or not, those folks deserve our support.
While this post may spread the word, it is the large companies in our space – and the focused smaller companies who are mature enough and have the use cases to put these [and other] professionals to work. Which is just to say, if you know of a company looking for resources, or someone looking for a job, refer them to RetailEDI.com, or any other platform focusing on Supply Chain.
Retailedi.com, has always focused on bringing folks together to improve the supply chain. We specialize in connecting professionals in transportation, logistics, supply chain management, and data integration with the right opportunities. Finding people jobs isn’t our forte, nor are we recruiters – we’re more on the B2B-side, but if you’re a former DOT employee impacted by recent workforce cuts, we want to make sure you land on your feet.
What We Offer
- Free Job Listings: If you’re looking for work, we’ll help you navigate the job market without any cost to the hiring company or the individuals looking for work.
- Industry-Specific Opportunities: Our platform is tailored for professionals in transportation, logistics, supply chain, and B2B integration—areas where many former DOT employees bring invaluable experience.
- Employer Connections: We work with businesses actively seeking experienced professionals. Let us help you bridge the gap to your next role.
If You’re Hiring, Step Up
For companies looking to hire, this is an opportunity to tap into a pool of skilled professionals who understand transportation, infrastructure, and logistics at the highest levels. If you’re an employer, consider giving these talented individuals a look.
While RetailEDI.com, does support employers and employees connecting, there are several platforms that specialize in supply chain jobs that you can refer people to, including
Let’s Turn This Setback Into a New Beginning
Layoffs are never easy, and these arguably should never have happened, but new opportunities are out there. If you or someone you know has been impacted by the recent DOT cuts, visit Retailedi.com to find your next step. It’s free, it’s targeted, and fanatical in promoting the professionals who use our services.
Some action is better than standing still.