Starbucks eliminates 1,100 corporate jobs as the coffee giant optimizes operations.

Starbucks is set to terminate 1,100 corporate positions globally as the new Chairman and CEO, Brian Niccol, aims to optimize the organization’s operations.
In a communication to employees that was made public on Monday, Niccol announced that the affected workers will be notified by midday on Tuesday. Additionally, he indicated that Starbucks will also be removing several hundred vacant positions that are currently unfilled.
“Our goal is to enhance operational efficiency, boost accountability, simplify processes, and enhance integration,” Niccol conveyed in his message.
Starbucks has a total of 16,000 employees in corporate support globally, though this number includes certain roles that will not be affected, such as those in roasting and warehouse operations. It is important to note that baristas working in Starbucks locations are not part of this round of layoffs.
Niccol previously stated in January that corporate layoffs would be disclosed by early March. He emphasized the necessity for all tasks to be managed by individuals capable of making decisions, particularly as the Seattle-based coffee giant works to streamline its structure and eliminate internal bottlenecks that hinder effective communication.
“The scale and organization of our company can impede our progress, with excessive layers, managers overseeing small teams, and roles concentrated mainly on coordination,” mentioned Niccol in his communication.
Hired in the previous fall to revitalize lagging sales, Niccol has expressed his desire to enhance service times, especially during peak morning hours, and to reinforce Starbucks locations as essential community spaces.
Along with these changes, Niccol plans to reduce menu items and test new ordering systems to better manage a diverse array of mobile, drive-thru, and in-store requests.