Morrisons Latest Retailer to Announce Job Losses

Retail giant Morrisons has become the latest supermarket to announce significant job losses.

The retailer plans to axe 1,500 shop floor positions as part of a restructure that aims to see more customer service staff and fewer managers.

According to MirrorOnline, roles such as warehouse manager are set to be culled under the new proposals. The Bradford-based firm said affected managers would have the opportunity to apply for around 800 management vacancies in Morrisons stores.

Gary Mills, retail director at Morrisons, said:

"Our aim is to serve customers better with more front-line colleagues in stores improving product availability and helping customers at the checkouts.

"Very regrettably, there will be a period of uncertainty for some managers affected by these proposals and we'll be supporting them through this important process.  Our commitment is to redeploy as many affected colleagues as possible."

Other stores which have also recently announced significant job losses include Tesco, Sainsbury's and Marks & Spencer. The news comes at a tumultuous time for retailers, which has seen inflation and cost of goods rising, while consumer confidence has plummeted.

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