UPS to lay off 30,000 American workers due to Amazon
When you place an order on Amazon, the last thing on your mind is probably the UPS workers who play a crucial role in delivering your packages. However, UPS is making significant changes that will affect 30,000 employees, potentially leading to slower delivery times.
According to reports from CNBC, UPS is reducing its partnership with Amazon, resulting in the elimination of 30,000 jobs associated with that collaboration. This news comes as UPS also revealed plans to shut down 24 buildings in the first half of 2026, with the possibility of further closures later in the year. In 2025, UPS closed 93 facilities, reflecting a significant shift in its operational strategy.
Additionally, UPS hinted at the deployment of more automation, a move that raises concerns given the current wave of layoffs affecting 30,000 workers. This reduction in the workforce is on the heels of UPS cutting almost 50,000 jobs in the previous year, amplifying the impact of these latest layoffs.
By winding down its partnership with Amazon, UPS anticipates saving an estimated $3 billion. While this figure may not compare to the massive fortunes of tech billionaires, it represents a significant opportunity for UPS to optimize its operations and recalibrate its business model for the future.
As for the timeline of these layoffs, UPS has not provided a specific date for when the 30,000 job cuts will take effect. Instead, the company indicated that the reductions will occur gradually throughout 2026, mainly through attrition and a voluntary separation program for full-time drivers.
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Overall, UPS’s decision to lay off 30,000 employees due to changes in its partnership with Amazon signals a significant shift in the company’s operations. As UPS looks to streamline its processes and cut costs, the impact on its workforce and delivery services remains to be seen as these changes take effect gradually throughout 2026.