The Shifting Trends in Working From Home in 2025
The way we work continues to evolve—and the supply chain sector is no exception.
In our 2025 Supply Chain Salary Survey and Market Report, we captured some compelling insights around working from home.
We surveyed 250 supply chain professionals based in Melbourne, asking them the following question:
“If considering a new role, what Work-from-Home (WFH) arrangements would you expect?”
The Results:
Fully Remote:2.9%
1 Day from Home: 11.2%
2–3 Days from Home: 38.1%
Comfortable to Work Onsite Full-Time: 47.7%
These findings highlight an important trend: while remote and hybrid work remain attractive, nearly half of the supply chain workforce is comfortable returning to full-time onsite work.
What Does This Mean for Employers?
This data reflects a gradual shift in priorities. During and immediately following the pandemic, remote work was considered a must-have. In 2025, however, many professionals in the supply chain space—particularly those in operations, warehousing, logistics, and production roles—are either used to or even prefer working onsite.
Still, it’s notable that nearly 50% of respondents prefer some level of flexibility—with 38% favouring a hybrid model of 2–3 days working from home. This tells us that while the desire for full remote work may be decreasing, the need for flexibility remains strong.
The Takeaway for Hiring Managers and Leaders:
As you build or reshape your team this year, it's essential to clarify and communicate your WFH expectations early in the hiring process. Candidates are increasingly factoring flexibility into their decision-making—and even if full remote work isn’t an option, offering hybrid arrangements could give you a competitive edge in securing top talent.
It’s all about understanding what today’s candidates value—and adapting accordingly.
You can access the full copy of our 2025 Supply Chain Salary Survey and Market Report