Walmart is set to create several hundred new positions across the United States and India as part of a broader restructuring effort designed to accelerate decision-making and simplify its corporate operations. The newly announced roles will also be available to employees affected by the recent round of layoffs.
This development comes in the wake of Walmart’s global workforce reduction on May 21, which saw approximately 1,500 corporate employees impacted. The restructuring affects staff in various corporate offices, including those at the company’s Global Capability Centres (GCCs) in Bengaluru and Chennai. While Walmart employs about 1.6 million people globally—most of whom are in customer-facing retail roles—the corporate workforce, though smaller, plays a vital strategic role.
The changes reflect Walmart’s response to rapid transformations in both the retail and tech landscapes. As artificial intelligence reshapes how businesses operate and consumers shop, Walmart is streamlining its internal structure to enhance agility, eliminate unnecessary layers of management, and drive faster execution across departments.
The company has made significant strides in adopting advanced technologies. AI-driven systems now assist in demand forecasting, inventory management, and supply-chain optimization. Notably, Walmart has reduced its fashion trend-to-shelf timeline by 18 weeks, allowing for quicker response to market trends.
Supporting this digital evolution is Walmart’s Gen AI tool, ‘Wally’, which automates a range of functions including data analysis, customer service, and product diagnostics. These tech integrations are central to Walmart’s strategy of enhancing customer experience, enabling innovation, and preparing for the future of retail.
Through this restructuring, Walmart aims to foster a more collaborative, efficient, and customer-centric organization. By reshaping its workforce and processes, the company reinforces its commitment to long-term transformation and global growth.
