Thread regarding Whole Foods Market Inc. layoffs

Incoming changes at Whole Foods

From what I've gathered in my research; restructuring the distribution system, a streamlined ordering system and an overhaul of integrated technology between the two, direct to POS are first on the list. Distribution centers and systems technology will be (are being) evaluated first. Next, regional buyers and coordinators will be evaluated then introduced to their new responsibilities. TLs/buyers will then be made aware of the changes in their job requirements. I suspect TLs/buyers will have a 70% focus on local vendors with 30% being allocations (with the produce department being closer to 60% TLs - 40% allos). TLs will spend less time on ordering, schedules, etc. (ie "clerical work") with a greater focus on efficient floor operations, product quality/inventory management (order to shelf) and customer service. Full transition will be over the next 6-10 months with a possible sunset date of Sept. 2018. As of right now, "Super Teams" will progress as scheduled.

Posted by @OWQCDjK-vim. Good info.

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I think they are going to trim the fat. I see layoffs happening in "like positions" to begin with, like marketing, tms, and regional offices (EC's). We don't need 13 regions. I don't think huge changes will happen at store level, yet, but in positions that Amazon has - like those listed above.

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Fascinating to hear about changes at WF now this has gone through. How will they pay for those price drops? From workers' wages or with efficiencies, or what?

Looking for info about this if anyone has some.

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