Amazon is said to have laid off hundreds of workers in New York.

Amazon Layoffs Hit New York

Amazon’s recent layoffs have made their way to New York, affecting hundreds of jobs. Reports indicate that around 135 employees from the company’s offices at 1440 Broadway in Manhattan were let go in January, as noted by the New York Post, which referenced a filing with the New York State Department of Labor.

In addition to those layoffs, more than 100 other New York-based staff are reported to have been dismissed, with sources suggesting that further filings will soon be processed in the state records.

These job cuts form part of a broader restructuring strategy at Amazon, according to the New York Post. Last month, the company revealed intentions to slash roughly 16,000 roles across its global operations. This move is designed to “reduce layers, increase ownership, and eliminate bureaucracy” while still heavily investing in areas like artificial intelligence.

HR executive Beth Galetti stated, “While some may wonder if this is the beginning of a new rhythm of announcing major cuts every few months, that is not our plan.” However, concerns linger about the company’s future employment practices.

The latest cuts follow a previous reduction of approximately 14,000 internal positions during another reorganization phase in October. The recent changes bring Amazon’s total job reductions to around 30,000, which, while a small percentage of its 1.58 million global workforce—predominantly in warehouses—constitutes nearly 10% of the company’s total personnel according to reports.

These layoffs represent the largest job cuts in Amazon’s three-decade history, surpassing the 27,000 positions eliminated between late 2022 and early 2023.

CEO Andy Jassy mentioned last year that emerging technologies could lead to new jobs while minimizing staffing in certain sectors. “Some of the work that is being done now will need to be done with fewer people,” Jassy was quoted as saying, emphasizing the role of AI in improving efficiency and reducing overall staffing needs.