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Estee Lauder Plans to Cut Up to 3,000 Jobs Amid Puig Deal

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
3,000
SHARE OF WORKFORCE
~6.8%
3,000 OF 44,020 EMPLOYEES

What we know

Location: Minnesota, USA.

Department affected: Aveda facility.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. has announced plans to cut up to 3,000 jobs as part of its strategy to pursue a deal with Puig. This decision comes as the company seeks to streamline operations and adapt to changing market conditions. The layoffs are part of a broader restructuring effort aimed at enhancing efficiency and competitiveness in the beauty industry. While specific locations and departments affected have not been disclosed, the move reflects the company's response to current economic challenges and its commitment to future growth.

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. cut 3,000 jobs affecting its Aveda facility team.

That is roughly 6.8% of the 44,020 people The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. employs.

LayoffTalk has tracked 14 layoff events at The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. since October 2023, affecting a combined 25,504 employees.

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The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. has announced planned job cuts affecting 3,000 employees. Were you notified, or are you still waiting to hear? What is leadership telling employees? You can post anonymously below.

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Consumer Defensive · 44,020 employees
14
EVENTS TRACKED
48K
AFFECTED SINCE 2023
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