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Flexi-Jobs: The Key to Efficient Workforce Management in the Retail Sector

Maximize the flexibility and efficiency of your workforce management with flexi-job workers!

As an HR manager in the retail sector, you understand the importance of having an agile workforce. Flexi-job employees offer the ideal solution to quickly adapt to fluctuations in your staffing needs. This form of employment provides numerous benefits tailored to the specific challenges of retail.

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Why Flexi-Jobs Are a Smart Choice for Retail Companies

  • Flexibility tailored to your store’s needs: With flexi-jobs, you can easily adjust your workforce to match the current demand in your store. Whether it’s seasonal peaks, promotions, or unexpected absences, flexi-job workers provide a solution without long-term commitments.
  • Cost savings: Unlike regular employees, you only pay a flat employer contribution of 28% for a flexi-job worker, without the usual social security contributions. This means lower costs per employee, resulting in significant savings for your business. Additionally, flexi-job income remains tax-free as long as it stays below the annual ceiling of €12,000, ensuring that these workers do not move into a higher tax bracket, while still building social rights.
  • Quick deployment and efficient management: Flexi-job workers are available for immediate deployment, allowing you to respond swiftly to changing workloads. With Tentoo’s online platform, you can create a contract at the last minute, and we will handle the complete payroll administration. This saves you valuable time that can be used for other strategic HR matters.

 

Are You Eligible to Employ Flexi-Job Workers?

Sinds 2024 is het systeem van flexi-jobs uitgebreid naar verschillende nieuwe sectoren, waaronder vele in de retail. Hieronder vind je een selectie van de relevante paritaire comités voor jouw sector:

 

As of 2024, the flexi-job system has been expanded to include several new sectors, many of which are in retail. Below is a selection of the relevant joint committees for your sector:

  • JC 201.01 – Independent Retailers
  • JC 202 – Retail of Food Products
  • JC 311 – Large Retail Stores
  • JC 312 – Supermarkets

For the full list of eligible sectors and joint committees, visit the website of the National Social Security Office (in Dutch or French).

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Who can work a flexi-job?

Flexi-jobs are available to pensioners and employees who already work at least 4/5 for another Belgian employer. This means that your flexi-job worker must have worked at least 80% during the third quarter preceding the flexi-job.

Since 2024, the system has been expanded, but there are specific rules you need to meet to qualify for a flexi-job. Make sure you are aware of these regulations to maximize the benefits of flexi-job opportunities.

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What salary do you pay for a flexi-job?

When setting the salary for flexi-jobbers, there are several guidelines and minimum wage requirements to consider:

The hourly wage must be at least equal to the established minimum wage for the position or the guaranteed average minimum monthly income (GAMMI). Additionally, the flexi-holiday pay for a flexi-jobber is 7.67% on top of the hourly wage.

As an employer, you pay an additional 28% in employer contributions on top of the flexi-jobber’s wage. The total flexi-wage, including allowances and benefits, cannot exceed 150% of the sector’s minimum base wage or the GAMMI.

 

Would you like to learn how flexi-jobs can optimize your HR management and reduce costs? Contact us for a personalized consultation. We are here to help you find the perfect flexible solution for your staffing needs.

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