INSIGHTS Retail Job Openings Are Up, But Hiring Is Down By Staff Friday, November 8, 2024 9:00 AM “Overall job openings in retail are at a higher level than a year ago though hiring is down.”That's a top finding from the iCIMS Insights October 2024 Workforce Report from iCIMS, a provider of talent acquisition technology. The study data also revealed increased candidate demand for part-time seasonal work across retail.