Amazon has announced a significant shift in its workforce strategy. Despite initially confirming the layoff of around 14,000 employees — part of a broader plan to cut 30,000 corporate jobs — the retail giant is simultaneously ramping up hiring for the upcoming festive season.
In anticipation of the Christmas shopping rush, Amazon plans to employ 250,000 seasonal workers, offering pay rates that could reach up to $30 per hour, including benefits. This move underscores the company's focus on automation and efficiency, even as it reduces its full-time corporate workforce.
