Flipkart, the Walmart-owned e-commerce giant, has announced plans to hire 5,000 new employees in 2025 as part of its aggressive expansion strategy.
The hiring spree will primarily support Flipkart Minutes, its hyperlocal delivery arm, and Super.money, its fintech platform.
The announcement was made during Flipster Connect, Flipkart’s internal townhall event held on May 26, 2025.
The company is doubling down on quick commerce, fintech, and artificial intelligence (AI) as it prepares for a potential IPO and a shift of its legal domicile from Singapore to India.
Flipkart’s Chief Human Resources Officer, Seema Nair, highlighted the company’s dedication to upskilling employees, ensuring they stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.
She also stressed the importance of AI enablement, equipping teams to handle future challenges effectively.
The townhall included senior executives such as Hemant Badri (SVP, Supply Chain) and Ramesh Gururaja (SVP, Consumer Shopping Experience).
They shared insights on Flipkart’s strategic hiring plans, emphasizing the company’s growth priorities.
Flipkart Hiring 2025: Key Areas of Expansion
Flipkart’s hiring push is closely tied to its growth ambitions in three major areas:
- Quick Commerce (Flipkart Minutes) – Competing with Blinkit, Zepto, and Swiggy Instamart, Flipkart is expanding its hyperlocal grocery delivery service. The company aims to establish 800 dark stores by the end of 2025, adding two new stores per day.
- Fintech (Super.money) – Flipkart’s financial services arm is experiencing high demand, driving rapid expansion. As a result, the company is scaling up product development, technology advancements, and business functions to support growth..
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) – Flipkart is making a six-fold increase in AI investments this year, focusing on automation, customer experience, and operational efficiency.
IPO Preparations and Financial Strategy
Flipkart’s hiring spree comes amid strict financial discipline as the company prepares for a public listing.
The board has instructed CEO Kalyan Krishnamurthy to cut the company’s monthly cash burn from $40 million (₹340 crore) to $20 million (₹170 crore).
Additionally, Flipkart has set an annual burn target of $250 million, aiming for stricter financial discipline.
Despite financial constraints, Flipkart is aiming for 30% growth in customer and order volumes by June 2025.
This growth will be fueled by expansion in fashion, hyperlocal delivery, and fintech services, strengthening its market presence.
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