2026 has become a milestone year for the partnership between ARA and Personnel Service. Record recruitment results at the SHEIN warehouse, established cooperation across major industries, and plans for new projects in Poland are setting the direction for further growth.
A successful international recruitment partnership is measured not only by the number of workers recruited, but also by its ability to respond to changing business needs, support large-scale operations, and deliver consistent results over time.
This approach has shaped the cooperation between the Association of Recruitment Agencies of Moldova (ARA) and Polish recruitment company Personnel Service for more than five years.
During a recent working visit to Poland, an ARA delegation led by President Vasile Ceban met with Personnel Service representatives to evaluate the preliminary results of 2026 and discuss opportunities for further development in 2027.
The visit included strategic discussions with Krzysztof Inglot, Founder and President of Personnel Service, Petter Haber, Director of Partnership Development and and Robert Apiecionek, Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
The SHEIN Project Reaches a New Recruitment Record
The most significant achievement of 2026 has been the recruitment performance at the SHEIN warehouse in Poland. Through the cooperation between ARA and Personnel Service, the project achieved its highest recruitment results to date, with a record number of workers from the Republic of Moldova placed at the facility.
Large logistics operations require recruitment partners capable of responding to fluctuating personnel requirements while maintaining a consistent flow of candidates. This makes recruitment coordination particularly important during periods of increased operational demand. ARA’s contribution to the SHEIN project demonstrates how an established recruitment network can support high-volume hiring requirements and help international partners respond to workforce needs. The achievement also reinforces the importance of maintaining long-term cooperation rather than relying on isolated recruitment campaigns.
Up to 800 Workers Annually Across Multiple Industries
The partnership between ARA and Personnel Service extends well beyond a single logistics project. Over more than five years of cooperation, the organizations have facilitated employment opportunities in Poland for up to 800 workers from Moldova annually.
The recruitment portfolio includes projects connected with major industrial and international brands:
- SHEIN — logistics and warehousing operations
- LG — battery manufacturing for electric vehicles
- IKEA — furniture manufacturing
- Philips — industrial production
- Food processing enterprises — meat and fish processing operations
Each sector has different workforce requirements, production schedules, and candidate selection criteria. Coordinating recruitment across these industries requires an understanding of both employer expectations and the practical needs of candidates preparing to work abroad. The experience developed through these projects allows ARA and Personnel Service to approach future recruitment demands with an established operational foundation.
Why Recruitment Performance Matters Beyond Hiring Numbers
For companies operating large logistics centers and industrial facilities, workforce availability has a direct impact on productivity and business continuity. Unfilled positions, delays in recruitment, and inconsistent staffing can affect operational planning and the ability to respond to demand. This is why the ARA–Personnel Service partnership focuses on more than candidate sourcing.
The cooperation includes recruitment planning, candidate selection, preparation before departure, communication about employment conditions, and coordination between the teams involved. For employers, this approach can improve recruitment predictability and reduce operational uncertainty. For workers, clear information and structured preparation support more informed employment decisions.
The record results achieved in 2026 demonstrate the potential of this model when both partners work toward shared recruitment objectives.
From the Results of 2026 to New Opportunities in 2027
During the working visit, the management teams reviewed preliminary recruitment results for 2026 and coordinated priorities for November and December. Particular attention was given to the development of existing projects, expected workforce demand, and opportunities to expand recruitment activity in the coming year.
One of the key outcomes of the discussions was the identification of new employment projects at major logistics centers and industrial facilities in Poland.
ARA and Personnel Service are now preparing to develop these opportunities further, with the aim of expanding access to employment for candidates from the Republic of Moldova. The planned expansion also reflects the partners’ intention to diversify recruitment activity and strengthen cooperation across different sectors of the Polish economy.
While individual projects will depend on employer requirements and operational arrangements, the direction for 2027 is clear: broader cooperation, additional recruitment opportunities, and continued development of existing partnerships.
Strong Partnerships Turn Workforce Challenges into Opportunities
International recruitment works best when both sides understand that long-term success depends on trust, operational discipline, and shared responsibility. The cooperation between ARA and Personnel Service illustrates how these principles can translate into measurable recruitment results. From supporting major logistics projects to facilitating employment in industrial production, the partnership continues to connect workforce demand in Poland with candidates seeking employment opportunities abroad.
ARA extends its appreciation to Krzysztof Inglot, Petter Haber, Robert Apiecionek and the Personnel Service team for their continued trust, hospitality, and constructive discussions.
A record-breaking SHEIN project in 2026 is not the conclusion of this partnership’s success. It is the foundation for its next stage of development.
Together, ARA and Personnel Service are looking toward 2027 with the ambition to create more opportunities, strengthen recruitment operations, and deliver long-term value for employers and workers alike.
