# Quick commerce platforms to hire 35-40% more temp workers

2026-08-11T01:44:06+00:00 | Business & Economy | Indian Opinion Desk

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Quick commerce platforms are expected to hire 35-40% more temporary workers this festive season compared to last year, staffing firms say. Tech-savvy workers are in high demand for roles such as warehouse management system operators and AI system managers. Wages are projected to rise 12-22% depending on location. Recruitment firms estimate the sector will create around 100,000 temporary jobs, with some estimates reaching 300,000. Quick commerce now accounts for 30-40% of the total festive flexi workforce demand, up from 16-18% last year. Companies are expanding dark stores, with plans to add 1,000-1,500 more in the next 12-18 months.

## Coverage

- economictimes.indiatimes.com <https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/services/retail/festive-rush-quick-commerce-firms-to-hire-35-40-more-temp-workers-demand-surges-for-tech-savvy-talent/articleshow/133131179.cms>
- hr.economictimes.indiatimes.com <https://hr.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/hrtech/talent-acquisition-and-management/festive-rush-quick-commerce-firms-to-hire-35-40-more-temp-workers-demand-surges-for-tech-savvy-talent/133140374>

Tags: dark stores, delivery workers, festive hiring, quick commerce, staffing, temporary jobs
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