Amazon has announced plans to cut 16,000 jobs globally as part of an expanded corporate restructuring, increasing the number of roles affected from the 14,000 positions it flagged in October. The tech giant cited slowing growth and rising operational costs as key reasons behind the decision, which will impact multiple divisions across the company.
According to Amazon, the layoffs aim to streamline its corporate structure, improve operational efficiency, and reduce layers of management. Senior Vice President Beth Galetti said the move is designed to “increase ownership, remove bureaucracy, and simplify decision-making” across teams.
The job cuts reflect a broader trend in the global tech sector, where companies have been adjusting to changing economic conditions, rising expenses, and shifting market demands. Amazon emphasized that the restructuring is part of a long-term strategy to strengthen the company’s core operations and position it for sustainable growth despite the current challenging business environment.
While the cuts are significant, Amazon stated it remains committed to supporting affected employees through severance packages, career transition services, and internal redeployment opportunities where possible.
