How Talent Sourcing Partner’s talent strategy resulted in Flexport’s new generation of leaders.

The challenge at Flexport

Flexport is a technology-driven logistics company that digitizes supply chains worldwide through one integrated platform for transport, customs, insurance, and real-time shipment visibility. Its European headquarters is based in Amsterdam, where teams work across sales, operations, tech, marketing, and finance. This central hub plays a crucial role in Flexport’s global network. The growing demand for smart logistics has fueled continuous acceleration at Flexport. With that comes a constant need for tech-savvy talent. Not only to strengthen teams immediately but also to secure future growth. The real challenge lay in finding not-so-ordinary talent with the character to take ownership from day one. This talent was needed across diverse teams, making cultural fit and tailored recruitment essential. Flexport also looked beyond filling today’s roles. The company deliberately sought individuals with leadership potential. People who could grow alongside the organization and eventually step into the leadership positions of tomorrow.

Our approach

Talent Sourcing Partner built a steady pipeline of talent, enabling teams to grow with stability and ensuring Flexport could scale seamlessly. As a long-term partner, we provided continuity in placements and delivered consistency across teams. We always looked past the short term. Every candidate was carefully matched to the unique needs of each team, while staying aligned with Flexport’s broader organizational goals. That way, placements delivered impact today while strengthening the company’s long-term strategy. Therefore, from the very start, we focused on identifying leadership potential. By selecting talent with the right character and growth capacity, we invested directly in Flexport’s future team leads and managers. This approach accelerated team development and strengthened long-term retention.

The results

Flexport found in Talent Sourcing Partner a partner that amplified its own recruitment efforts and directly supported the company’s rapid growth. Because Talent Sourcing Partner knows exactly what Flexport is looking for in a candidate, we’re able to deliver quick, consistent matches. This allows Flexport to save time and resources on talent scouting and assessment, while candidates can move straight into interviews. The partnership has now been running for more than five years. In that time, we’ve realized an average of 20 placements per year across 12 different teams. Of all candidates placed, 40% were promoted internally or secured a permanent contract. Perhaps most importantly, many of them have grown into team lead and management roles. The very future leaders Flexport was searching for.

In their own words

"Our StudentFlex talents created such an impact at Flexport that teams are already asking for more."
Kezia Christanti Senior Recruitment, Flexport