JCPenney (JCP) Affirms Plans to Cut Additional 2,200 Jobs
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JCPenney (NYSE: JCP) is seen cutting up to 2,200 jobs amid plunging sales at the discount retail chain.
Bloomberg reports that cuts will come in back-office administration in both stores and district offices, as well as certain store leadership positions. Comments were made by a company spokesperson today.
CEO Ron Johnson said that some 19,000 JCPenney employees lost their jobs in the last year as the retailer has aimed to mount a turnaround plan. About 10 percent of the company's 1,100 reduced headcount in the last year, he noted.
JCPenney's spokesperson said, "As with any reduction in force, we do our best to absorb those impacted into other positions if they choose to do so. Impacted team members were given 30 days notice, so their last day would not be effective until April 6. Those who are benefits eligible will receive a severance package and outplacement assistance."
Shares of JCPenney are up modestly in late trading Thursday.
Bloomberg reports that cuts will come in back-office administration in both stores and district offices, as well as certain store leadership positions. Comments were made by a company spokesperson today.
CEO Ron Johnson said that some 19,000 JCPenney employees lost their jobs in the last year as the retailer has aimed to mount a turnaround plan. About 10 percent of the company's 1,100 reduced headcount in the last year, he noted.
JCPenney's spokesperson said, "As with any reduction in force, we do our best to absorb those impacted into other positions if they choose to do so. Impacted team members were given 30 days notice, so their last day would not be effective until April 6. Those who are benefits eligible will receive a severance package and outplacement assistance."
Shares of JCPenney are up modestly in late trading Thursday.
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