http://amp.wsbtv.com/news/local/dekalb-county/state-official-says-sams-clubs-sudden-closing-violated-federal-law/689815884

After all that’s happened this week, this is the first thing he has to say jktopofmind slack. And you sickos cheered him .... hopefully you’re not next... “Note from US Officers meeting this am: GM Pickup wait time down below 7 min - 2.5 min less... — read more 

How many laughed them off when they said these things would happen? Guess they're the ones laughing now.

~30 displaced ~25 demoted

Has anyone heard about the academy restructuring? Our AOM was displaced/bumped yesterday. His boss took over his position today. They calibrated all the academy associates yesterday morning as well. Out of the evaluation process timeline. Our “new”... — read more 

I've searched this site for posts that give some suggestions on how to find a job (or what to do after a layoff) - here are some pages that may be useful if you are interested: 9 Best Ways to Recover From Layoffs @Kt6oNzP A list with tips on job... — read more 

Give them a call, a text or even an email. Something that says they aren't being exiled and should not be shamed. It wasn't their fault it happened. Nothing is a good friend from writing a recommendation letter, critiquing a resume, or just to listen... — read more 

Yep, no coverage by the media... They are buzzing about micro bonuses that are about to be distributed...

Source below... Wal-Mart would not confirm the reports of 3,500 co-managers being eliminated, but the company did say a reduction in co-manager positions per store based on sales revenue is under review. Source:... — read more 

For people who have been with the company over the years, we always see the writing on the walls right before a big ap slash. The "change" has always typically happened right after a big "restructure" within the company (like our most recent co... — read more 

Source: https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DUfcyeWX4AUqeut.jpg Full Text: January 26, 2018 --- Walmart has recently restructured some of its business and corporate functions. The company used fair and consistent processes to identify positions that are no... — read more 

Anyone know if the five new PSPs will be taking over the duties of WM personnel who will be layed off?

I left Walmart voluntarily last year for a new opportunity. Semi long term associate.(12 years) Tips: Get your resume professionally done. Confidence is key... practice your stories that you will use. If you are not an expert on a subject, don’t list... — read more 

I'm not sure how they plan on keeping talented people with options in the area after this round of layoffs. As if the HO wasn't depressing enough by itself - now add low moral/fear/angst x5. Anyone with legit skills other big firms want would be... — read more 

For those who may have been terminated this week for performance based reasons, you may have a wrongful termination lawsuit to file. I worked in legal and can tell you that Walmart has policies and procedures in place for performance related issues... — read more 

I heard that there will be layoffs coming for Merchandising and Replenishment at Walmart HO next week. Wednesday or Thursday. Anybody else hear this?

WOW!!! Great job in costing for the COO J.d.t. M.K... on her promotion. Below is the excerpt!! Name Disquised, you will have to pull the actual filing. It is all public knowledge. You would think that the CoMgrs could get a 2 year salary continuance... — read more 

Please estimate order of magnitude here.

"YELLOW OFFERING" Work through February 2nd in current role and store. January 29 @10 am-need to post for open Regional ASM req position if you are interested Bonuses will be paid out normally. February 3-March 27 Get pay and benefits at current... — read more 

If you are a Co and departing, do you know if we get paid our PTO at the end of our 60 day period? Please let me know.

My fellow co and I were told that we are not to talk to anyone about this or release any information to associates. Was anyone else given the same warning?

https://www.thelayoff.com/t/RfIyZGR or hit it here @RfIyZGR

I found this in another thread, but I thought it belonged on the front page so more people could see it. I hope @RoMW3QF-cti does not mind me reposting it. At HO, a meeting planner is sent to an impacted associate to meet in a vendor room. In my case... — read more 

Can't list names on the website. Just like many over the years.

Anybody else feels like crap, even if they are still employed? We've lost some of our best people. I don't know what the bases for these layoffs was, but it certainly was not meritocracy. Whoever decided who gets laid off should have gotten cut... — read more 

Jet.com’s president is leaving just 18 months after the $3 billion Walmart acquisition Liza Landsman had been elevated to the top role one year ago. By Jason Del Rey@DelRey Jan 25, 2018, 8:29pm EST... — read more 

https://investorplace.com/2018/01/its-too-late-for-walmart-turnaround/ * It’s Too Late for Wal-Mart Stores Inc Turnaround *** With shrinking earnings and heavy competition from Amazon, WMT is overvalued!! There’s been a lot of optimism surrounding... — read more 

So, what I'm finding in several articles is that Walmart is letting go of 500 people from HO this week. However, didn't they announce they will be slashing 1,000? Does that mean that after the carnage that has been this week, we have another one like... — read more 

With walmart closing at midnight and with new technology coming into walmart they dont need as many cashiers and they dont need many stockers and such, they are costing people their jobs and cutting their work hours tremendously! Im Furious thinking... — read more 

Meeting on Jan 24th, Store Managers were given the CoMgr final assignments and Company directed talking points. Alot of favoritism played out in placement. Discussions will happen with Store Manager and a visiting Store Manager tomorrow morning. Alot... — read more 

Received a notice from Wam-Mart home office today in the mail- it was my rights to COBRA coverage - so I quest that is my notice that I am being let go tomorrow . So not only did I have to wait two weeks to find out but then on the day before I learn... — read more 

Do we thing this purge is done? Just trying to understand.

Anyone know what this means? Never saw a store sell their property. https://www.bizjournals.com/triad/news/2018/01/22/triad-walmart-supercenter-property-sells-for-20-8.amp.html

So, Walmart has indeed laid off some important folks with some knowledge that can't be replaced in ISD/DGTC. What they have done in doing so is made it the job of the vendor to train. First they beat you down on prices taking away practically all... — read more 

Tomorrow we sleep.

Us consumers have been tapped out. I am so sick and tired of companies trying to get me to buy the next top of the line computer when my 5 year old laptop has more speed and memory than the newer ones do. I also don't want more junk kitchen gadgets... — read more 

A long term associate was terminated and then given their certificate service award, their pin, and a plaque. How infantile of a procedure. I’m not classically nor academically trained in organizational effectiveness but I am educated and could have... — read more