Does anybody know if Walmart will change the structures of department managers and supervisors? I also heard CAP 1 will have more responsibilities but with less people any truth to this

They have started. VP in in one of the merchandising support areas was let go this morning. Take this with a grain of salt though, I think the major push will be on Thursday. I've seen a ton of messages about Thursday on Facebook, some were posted... — read more 

https://www.facebook.com/TheLayoff/posts/1562886417141142

Can anyone give anymore details on the store positions? Rumor is jewelry is going to close. When I look at inventory coming in we aren’t getting any Valentines Jewelry which is a big sales opportunity. In the tab it only shows two pieces of Jewelry... — read more 

I know most of you work at Home office. I have heard rumors of several positions being cut in stores and some departments being dropped all together (jewelry, optical etc. ) My question is when will the stores be effected? Is what is coming this week... — read more 

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You know it's coming... everyone knows its coming, even National news but no one on the inside says a thing You've confirmed vendor rooms are booked by HR, you saw it two or three weeks ago You've noticed every closed door meeting Everyone is quiet... — read more 

I was displaced last year in Sept. The day I left WM I spoke with a few VPs who stated these yearly/rolling layoffs are the new normal under JC. My recommendation for all associates is keep your resumes up to date and build a strong external network... — read more 

APMs will become Asset Protection Assistant Manager. Will report directly to the store manager, will work the same schedules as an assistant manager, and all the same basic assistant manager functions on the flooralong with their specifics. 2... — read more 

Soon we'll see a fully autonomous system where staff will not be needed at all. Scary stuff: https://techcrunch.com/2018/01/21/inside-amazons-surveillance-powered-no-checkout-convenience-store/

In the past Walmart has leased space on Melissa Dr. in a warehouse during large scale layoffs. One could easily swing by and observe activity there. In the past members of HR, benefits, and Challenge Gray & Christmas were posted up there. After the... — read more 

Store Planning Field Managers, directors, senior directors were already told they would have some cuts. I wouldn’t be surprised if the entire Sams SP was cut, save for a handful of people (they don't work out of SWDC though). They already rolled out... — read more 

I’ve found that local vendors are open to hire former Walmart Associates, but the associate needs to understand that they’ve likely been put on a pedestal for years if in a buying/financial influence role and as soon as that title is stripped you are... — read more 

It's a real pity when revenue areas of the business are impacted. Would hope the business leaves those areas alone! Keep hearing that no area is safe, but does anyone know if they are looking to reduce areas that are cost centers to the organization?... — read more 

https://wap-business--standard-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/wap.business-standard.com/article-amp/international/walmart-to-sell-major-stake-in-brazil-unit-to-advent-other-funds-sources-118012200137_1.html

https://www.cnbc.com/video/2018/01/19/wall-street-keeps-wary-eye-on-possible-government-shutdown.html Walmart is planning to cut over 1,000 corporate jobs, the Wall Street Journal reported Friday citing sources. The layoffs, expected to be completed... — read more 

I heard there were going to be 100 + employees cut from the Sam Walton Development Complex. This houses Real Estate; Architecture; Storelayout and PMO/Store Space. Any news what positions will be let go?

Have they traditionally allowed restricted stock to mature, or do they get lost in a layoff situation?

Please let me know what you think or what you know. I hear rumors in my store but I simply cannot believe it. Given all the changes, closures and layoffs nothings should surprise me but I'd hate to lose my job right now - I need money. I know the... — read more 

Happens in big companies, but just wanted to bring it up. They increase their demands without supporting their staff, like headcount, training or necessary spending. Remove all incentives and easy going, fun, happy place to work atmosphere with high... — read more 

I know this is a layoff site, but lots of folks on this site are former Walmart employees (and many are current employees). I have't received my W2 yet (I have some friends who also left the company in 2017 and have the same issue)... I am still... — read more 

Our GM fired a completely useless assistant manager and two more employees who barely did anything this week. Not sure what's going on, but we've given up hope they'd ever leave and now this. It's the same GM who let their behavior slide for years... — read more 

Kohl's shares could pop 50% as Amazon partnership ramps up - CNBC https://www.cnbc.com/2018/01/19/kohls-shares-could-pop-50-percent-as-amazon-partnership-ramps-up.html

Have not seen anything on the local news from the area. Either the layoff did not happen, it was very small, or the news outlets 'choose' not to report it.

First off, I don’t want anyone losing their job. Stores are just “ top heavy “ they don’t need that many layers of management. All to come to one person to tell them what they need stocked or accomplished. It’s a waste of money! I have worked in a... — read more 

https://www.inc.com/suzanne-lucas/sams-club-walmart-face-a-pr-disaster-caused-by-bad-hr.html

'Entire aisles are empty': Whole Foods employees reveal why stores are facing a crisis http://www.businessinsider.com/whole-foods-employees-reveal-why-stores-are-facing-a-crisis-of-food-shortages-2018-1

http://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2018/jan/18/job-recruiting-firm-gears-up-to-triage-/

Walmart HR department meetings and calls went on all of yesterday, any new information or updates about Walmart letting go of HR and outsourcing To a third party company?

http://torontosun.com/news/local-news/mandel-fired-wal-mart-exec-wins-one-of-highest-damage-awards-in-canada-for-retailers-callous-high-handed-insensitive-and-reprehensible-conduct/amp

I keep hearing that Walmart has moved to a rank and yank system of talent management like GE used to do years ago. Is this confirmed?

The title says it all. They keep laying off people all the time. It makes you wonder. Previously I would have said it would never ever happen. Plus they announced the new campus. Now I’m not so sure. The new leadership has zero ties or loyalty to... — read more 

Did not finish pathways - am I eligible for getting the bonus? Some say yes, some say no - I am confused - please let me know

The store managers are having the talks on the 24th and giving the comanagers two days to decide the options given. If you take severance you won’t be offered bonus since you will be terminated before the full one year of fiscal year. (Very smart of... — read more 

http://www.walmartnewsnow.com/youre-laid-off-part-1-first-week/

The source is below, anyhow 10K will be hired, and I hope we are taking some of Sam's folks who are about to be laid off: A year after Walmart announced it would close 154 stores round the country, eliminating the jobs of about 10,000 employees, the... — read more 

Does anyone know if they are closing more Sam's clubs?

Anyone know or interested in exploring a Class Action concerning the restructure? Especially for APMs and how the job title and description was completely changed?