’m hearing there could be some large layoffs coming in September and October. Has anyone heard anything or have any insight into this?
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@7hc Quarter end is Friday. Sales are terrible. This will be a blood bath compared to previous layoffs. Essendant charge was massive. Tariff refund is the only thing keeping the company solvent this year. Expect a lot of sales jobs eliminated. Put that “Open to work.” banner up. Thank you Sycamore for running the company into the ground.
If sales are low November is when the largest layoffs will happen. Has anyone heard anything?
@777 sds lost 30 yesterday
Next week?
@73b what does that even mean!
@6cb It never happens on a Friday at least in my experience of over a decade. It has been Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Typically Tuesdays though. If we make it through November, we should be good for a bit.
@3ae my spider senses say it happens tomorrow...
@5wp I think what it means that some of the individuals from Staples like and comment on every post on LinkedIn so thry can be seen. Probably because they either their job could be gone next or thinking this is a way to grow in this sinking ship.
@5vm what? Please elaborate
@5hj and Heckle you comments and likes everything on LinkedIn. Lol
@4h9 gotta love pf. Worst of the worst decision ever.
I look around and don’t recognize this place anymore, I have a few years left until I can think about retirement. I don’t think I’m going to make. To make matters worse, Ive kept in touch with previous coworkers who were let go or just moved on themselves and most of them tell me and they seem much happier. The stress of this sinking ship absolutely su-ks.
Any updates?
@4dc Yep, the management in Furniture are completely out of touch with what’s really happening. There appears to be a pattern of favoring friends and favorites while finding ways to push out or lay off experienced, capable employees who have contributed to the company’s success. It’s frustrating to see good employees go while management continues to prioritize favoritism over experience, talent, and performance. At some point, leadership needs to be held accountable for the culture they create and the people they choose to keep or let go.
@4as Staples has gone downhill, the management is awful. Especially on the Furniture side. Definite layoffs coming!
@OP Staples can’t sell jack. Prices are higher than competition, margin horrid, and sales staff lazy. Layoffs are coming.
Now that we had some Rvp layoff and hearing DMs are next will cut some districts and increase size of districts so probably one dm per region
How about the useless managers who are hanging on by a tread making their teams miserable so they can keep jobs. Most of them activity monitors that think they’re making an “impact” begging reps to book meetings and opportunities so can prove value. Or the GMs that prey on female managers with the promise of something greater. There’s nothing more useless than a middle manager who thinks they’re someone special when they’re really just a piece of that no one can stand to be around.
Rumour is that CIO may be out in October layoff dibacle. Anyone got some more infomation?
@3ae yep your exactly right!
MAJOR layoff coming in Oct. Bet the house on it. Staples again mismanages themselves and can’t make a dime. Once great company in flames. Please RIF all top management starting with sds frauds. Who is with me?
100% by design. No mistake here.
Hahahahaha More layoffs to come.
Staples could lose up to $158 million in total receivables due to the impending wind-down and liquidation of its subsidiary, Essendant.
According to financial disclosures provided to lenders in September 2026, Staples’ exposure breaks down into two categories:
$75 million in loan receivables
$83 million in trade receivables.
This disclosure comes as Essendant, a 104-year-old wholesale distributor acquired by Staples’ parent private equity firm Sycamore Partners in 2019, prepares to cease all operations and permanently close its remaining distribution network after failing to successfully pivot its business model.
There is growing concern within the Furniture organization about declining morale, excessive micromanagement, and increasing uncertainty around job security. Many employees feel they are being constantly monitored and second-guessed rather than trusted to perform their roles. This lack of autonomy has created frustration, stress, and a feeling that employees’ experience and judgment are not valued.
There is also a growing perception of favoritism in hiring, promotions, restructures, and terminations, with personal relationships sometimes appearing to outweigh performance, experience, and qualifications. This has contributed to the loss of talented and experienced employees and raised concerns about leadership decisions.
Many employees fear another round of layoffs and feel that strong performance does not necessarily provide job security. The previous leadership team fostered a culture of trust, respect, and accountability, while many employees now feel that uncertainty, micromanagement, and inconsistent decision-making have replaced that environment. People are not happy with this current management.
Upper management should take a closer look at these recurring concerns. Rebuilding trust will require transparent leadership, consistent decision-making, accountability, and a commitment to hiring and promoting based on merit. The Furniture organization has talented employees who want the business to succeed, and addressing these issues could significantly improve morale, retention, and confidence.
@2q3 It’s not news. Offshoring of IT jobs and others has been happening for over a decade. Nobody cares.
For those that are complaining about the GCC, why aren't you doing something about it? Contact your local representative or TV news outlet. Let them know that American jobs are being offshored to India. Complain all you want but if you want the Staples leadership to be held accountable, people outside the organization need to know.
@24s I know you're shocked, right? Nobody can see layoffs happening at the Titanic. Lol!
GTFOH - this industry is going down.
The layoffs!! Layoffs?? They should start with the sds VPs
What vertical?
@1fa 100% ASMs know. Mine has been off lately with the team and hearing several will be cut and teams consolidated.
@1fa inklins on wat
Yes there are rumblings. ASM’s seem to have an inkling
@gy anyone else hear gcc funding cuts coming as Fram layoffs along can’t save budget
It’s funny how Staples always seems to promote and hire right before a major layoff. You’ll see people celebrating promotions or new hires on LinkedIn, only for many of them to be gone a couple of months later. It really makes you wonder what’s going on behind the scenes.
After this BTS. I would assume there will be layoffs
SDS In a shambles. Costs too high for CEO to stomach and what is being delivered is late & poor quality. SDS layoffs coming while SDS vps sit and watch the GCC tank too
I can share that I’m a SIAE and the ADs are the least impactful role in the org. Ever revolving door with zero accountability or structured sales growth tracking - all inflated, but hey - they do my admin work for me so I’m appreciated of that.
Always November
From the enterprise meeting yesterday, I would say it is all rainbows and butterflies and no chance of any layoffs, but looking at the numbers I am thinking... huh? November '24 was the last big one. I would imagine that if it happens it will be in November.