Post by : Badri Ariffin

Amazon.com Inc. is getting ready to embark on a significant new phase of layoffs, possibly as soon as next week, which could see around 30,000 corporate jobs eliminated as the company strives to streamline its management and reduce expenses.

Reports from Reuters and Bloomberg suggest that these cuts are likely to occur in stages. Though the precise figure might still fluctuate, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Prime Video, Retail, and Human Resources appear to be among the most impacted teams.

If this plan is implemented, it would represent one of the most substantial reductions in Amazon's workforce historically. As the second-largest employer in the United States after Walmart, any such large-scale cuts will certainly attract attention across the technology and retail landscape.

This proposed layoff follows Amazon's recent decision to cut 14,000 jobs just a few months ago. Back then, the company indicated to employees and investors that more layoffs could be anticipated in 2026 as they sought out “additional areas to eliminate layers” within the business. Sources mentioned managers had the choice to implement some cuts in October or delay until the new year.

This latest strategy parallels Amazon's cost-reduction initiatives from late 2022 and early 2023, during which approximately 27,000 positions were eliminated across various rounds. These layoffs were designed to address overexpansion that occurred during the pandemic boom, when both online shopping and cloud services experienced unprecedented demand.

Although Amazon has yet to officially confirm the total number of impending layoffs, the trend indicates a continued effort to streamline operations, minimize bureaucracy, and reallocate funds towards its most lucrative and strategic sectors.

For employees, the upcoming weeks may lead to a cloud of uncertainty, particularly for corporate and support roles. From a broader perspective, Amazon's decision serves as a reminder that even industry giants face ongoing pressure to rein in expenses and optimize operations following a period of rapid growth.

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