Leading tech company growth fueled by sales, marketing, and IT jobs
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 29, 2013--
Liquidity Services, Inc. (NASDAQ:LQDT), the leading online marketplace
for surplus goods, announced that it has increased the number of
full-time hires in its current fiscal year by 30 percent over last
fiscal year. Named one of the fastest growing tech companies in the
nation as part of Forbes’ Fast Tech 25 this year, the D.C.-based company
is continuing to expand its workforce with over 40 positions open and
130 new hires this past year.
This significant growth in hiring has been driven by needs in the sales
and technology functions. Last year, 25 percent of new jobs at Liquidity
Services were IT-related; this year, approximately half of the current
open positions are IT jobs. In addition, with a growing client base
across more than 20 industries, the company has added new sales and
account management positions to support its Fortune 1000 clients.
“Our solution enables the world’s top manufacturers, retailers, and
government agencies to reduce their supply chain costs, protect their
brand reputation, and support sustainability initiatives,” said Bill
Angrick, Chairman and CEO of Liquidity Services. “As we expand our
global reach, we are creating opportunities for professionals in areas
such as IT, sales, and marketing to contribute to our growth and define
the future of our industry.”
For a current list of open positions at Liquidity Services, please visit liquidityservicesinc.com/careers.
About Liquidity Services, Inc.
Liquidity Services, Inc. (NASDAQ:LQDT) provides leading corporations,
public sector agencies, and buying customers the world's most
transparent, innovative, and effective online marketplaces and
integrated services for surplus assets. On behalf of its clients,
Liquidity Services has completed the sale of over $4.0 billion of
surplus, returned, and end-of-life assets in over 500 product
categories, including consumer goods, capital assets, and industrial
equipment. The company is based in Washington, D.C. and has
approximately 1,400 employees. Additional information can be found at: http://www.liquidityservicesinc.com.
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