2025 Manufacturing and Distribution Employment and Compensation Outlook
Grappling with both new and age-old staffing challenges, U.S.-based manufacturing and distribution leaders are turning to innovative strategies and compensation structures to stay competitive in a disruptive market.
An In-Depth Look at Evolving Workforce Trends, AI Implications, and Compensation Strategies in Manufacturing & Distribution
Amid the surge in artificial intelligence, inflationary wage pressures, and rising demand for domestic production, recruiting and retaining staff continue to be a top-of-mind issue for manufacturing and distribution companies. It’s never been more important to have a clear understanding of your market position against your competitors and the various ways to attract and retain skilled employees.
What’s Inside the 2025 Manufacturing & Distribution Outlook?
- Attracting and Retaining Talent
- Training, Development, and Succession Planning
- AI’s Impact on the Workforce
- Compensation Administration
- Minimum Wage Increases and Salary Threshold Changes
- Pay Transparency
- General Market Conditions
With over 30 years of experience working within the Manufacturing & Distribution industry, EisnerAmper's Compensation Resources group has assembled a comprehensive overview of 2025 manufacturing and distribution employment and compensation trends to help leaders remain competitive. From compensation strategies to AI’s impact on the Manufacturing & Distribution workforce, our team outlines what manufacturing and distribution organizations can expect in 2025 so Manufacturing & Distribution leaders can keep on top of key trends that may impact their ability to compete in this vital sector.