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Amazon Cuts Less Than 5% of Staff in Buy with Prime Unit

Despite layoffs, the e-commerce giant insists the unit remains a top priority and will continue to receive significant investment.

  • Amazon has laid off fewer than 5% of employees in its Buy with Prime unit, affecting over 30 employees.
  • The Buy with Prime unit, launched in 2022, offers retailers not associated with Amazon fulfillment and delivery services through Amazon's logistics network.
  • Despite the layoffs, Amazon maintains that the unit remains a top priority and will continue to receive significant investment.
  • Amazon has been conducting rolling layoffs since late 2022, affecting several other units including Prime Video, Twitch, and Audible.
  • Affected employees will continue to receive their pay and benefits for at least 60 days and will be eligible for a severance package.
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