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Merck Announces Additional Layoffs in New Jersey

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
300
SHARE OF WORKFORCE
~0.4%
EFFECTIVE DATE
Oct 1, 2023
300 OF 70,000 EMPLOYEES

What we know

Location: New Jersey, USA.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Merck & Co., Inc. has announced layoffs affecting approximately 300 employees in New Jersey. This decision comes as part of a broader restructuring effort aimed at streamlining operations and reducing costs. The layoffs are expected to take effect on October 1, 2023. Merck has indicated that these cuts are necessary to adapt to changing market conditions and to focus on its core business areas. The company continues to evaluate its workforce needs in light of ongoing economic challenges.

Merck & Co., Inc. cut 300 jobs as of October 1, 2023.

That is roughly 0.4% of the 70,000 people Merck & Co., Inc. employs.

LayoffTalk has tracked 40 layoff events at Merck & Co., Inc. since October 2023, affecting a combined 14,671 employees.

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LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff21 hours ago

Merck & Co., Inc. cut 300 jobs on October 1, 2023. What did this look like from the inside — which teams, how much notice, what severance was offered? You can post anonymously below.

LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff21 hours ago

Merck & Co., Inc. cut 300 jobs on October 1, 2023. What did this look like from the inside — which teams, how much notice, what severance was offered? You can post anonymously below.

LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff21 hours ago

Merck & Co., Inc. cut 300 jobs on October 1, 2023. If you were part of this round, what was your experience? Others going through it are reading. You can post anonymously below.

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Merck & Co., Inc.MRK
Healthcare · 70,000 employees
40
EVENTS TRACKED
34K
AFFECTED SINCE 2023
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