Walmart plans layoffs, relocations for 827 workers

Walmart is set to eliminate approximately 481 corporate jobs at its Hoboken, New Jersey office as part of a broader restructuring that includes the closure of its Charlotte, North Carolina location, affecting another 267 employees. The layoffs will take effect on June 13, 2025, following a WARN notice filed with the state Department of Labor. The company is encouraging Hoboken employees to relocate to its headquarters in Bentonville, Arkansas, or its office in Sunnyvale, California, to enhance collaboration and operational efficiency. Walmart aims to streamline operations and has previously discussed these changes as a way to increase innovation and speed. Affected employees will have the option for relocation support or severance packages if they choose to remain in Hoboken. This move aligns with a trend among major corporations like Amazon and Microsoft, which are also pushing for more in-office work.