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Walgreens Cuts 628 Jobs and Closes Distribution Facility

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
628
EFFECTIVE DATE
Oct 1, 2023

What we know

Location: Greens Rd..

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Walgreens has announced the layoff of 628 employees as part of the closure of its distribution facility located on Greens Rd. This decision has raised concerns among private equity watchdogs regarding the company's operational strategies and workforce management. The layoffs are part of a broader trend affecting the retail sector, but the specific impact on Walgreens highlights the challenges the company is facing in maintaining its workforce amid changing market conditions. The layoffs have already taken effect, marking a significant reduction in the company's operational capacity.

Walgreens cut 628 jobs as of October 1, 2023.

LayoffTalk has tracked 10 layoff events at Walgreens since October 2023, affecting a combined 4,337 employees.

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LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff21 hours ago

Walgreens cut 628 jobs on October 1, 2023. Were you affected, or do you know people who were? How was it handled — severance, notice, which teams? You can post anonymously below.

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EVENTS TRACKED
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AFFECTED SINCE 2023
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