Amazon to Cut 14,000 Corporate Jobs as AI Reshapes Workforce Structures

Amazon has announced plans to eliminate around 14,000 corporate positions, marking one of the largest job reductions in the company’s history.

According to Beth Galetti, Senior Vice President of People Experience and Technology at Amazon, the decision reflects the growing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in transforming business operations and productivity.

“AI is enabling companies to innovate faster than ever before,” Galetti said in a company blog post, noting that Amazon must now operate “more leanly, with fewer layers and more ownership.”

This announcement follows similar moves from major global corporations that are restructuring their workforce due to automation and AI-driven efficiency.

Recent layoff figures from leading organizations include :

These widespread job cuts indicate a broader trend: AI is enabling higher productivity with fewer employees, reshaping traditional employment patterns.

At DeltaReco, we view this as a critical turning point in global workforce dynamics. While automation may reduce some roles, it is simultaneously creating demand for new skill sets—especially in AI engineering, data analytics, cybersecurity, and digital transformation leadership.

Recruiters and HR leaders will need to:

• Focus on upskilling and reskilling existing employees.
• Align hiring strategies with tech-driven growth sectors.
• Build lean yet agile teams capable of leveraging AI tools effectively.

The Amazon layoffs underscore how artificial intelligence is redefining organizational efficiency and human capital management.

As the global job landscape evolves, recruitment strategies must adapt quickly—balancing automation with human potential.