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Background Screening for the Retail Industry

Because high attrition and customer dissatisfaction cause headache.

Service Overview

Man flipping closed sign to open in front of shop. Retail background check concept.

The average turnover rate in the retail industry has surpassed 60 percent, making it one of the hardest spaces to hire for. According to Human Resources Today, this turnover translates into over 230 million dollars of lost productivity, not to mention 19 billion dollars in recruiting costs.

Hiring Good Workers

The truth of the matter is, today’s workforce often has a propensity towards easy. While extra shifts and overtime can certainly impact morale, there are many individuals who are willing to put in the work for the paycheck, they just need to be spotted among the bunch. Through proper retail background screening, you can sift out those candidates who aren’t a fit for the position, while finding those who will face their responsibilities head-on. In addition, retail background screening can help you avoid customer dissatisfaction and subsequent reputation damage.

It’s recommended that you run a retail industry background check for each and every worker you extend an offer to. Peopletrail understands the hiring needs of the retail industry. Here are some packages we recommend:

Entry and Mid-Level

Nationwide Criminal Databases Search

Social Security Number Trace

Sex Offender Registry Search

County Criminal Court Search

Professional Reference Verification

5-Panel Drug test

 

Senior-Level

Employment Verification

Education Verification

Nationwide Criminal Databases Search

Social Security Number Trace

Sex Offender Registry Search

County Criminal Court Search

Professional Reference Verification

Employment Verification

5-Panel Drug test

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Helping You With Your Unique Hiring Needs

With over 20 years of expertise, we work with organizations large and small, helping them build dependable workforces. When you partner with Peopletrail, you work with a top background check company that is invested in your hiring success. We keep things simple, compliant, and effective.