Sainsbury’s has announced around 300 jobs are at risk as the supermarket giant begins a major restructuring of its technology and data operations alongside broader changes at its head office.
The shake-up will affect roles across both the core Sainsbury’s business and its Argos division as the retailer looks to streamline functions and adapt to changing customer demand and digital priorities.
The move forms part of ongoing efforts to simplify the organisation, reduce costs and invest in future growth areas.
Staff affected by the proposals are now entering a consultation period, during which redundancies may be confirmed.
The latest move follows their last announcement in January 2025, when Sainsbury’s revealed plans to cut more than 3,000 jobs as part of efforts to simplify operations and navigate a difficult financial climate.
At the time, the supermarket said it would close its remaining 61 in-store cafés and scrap patisserie, hot food and pizza counters, with those products instead sold from standard aisles.
The overhaul also included a 20 per cent reduction in senior management roles, designed to speed up decision-making and lower costs.
Sainsbury’s, which employs about 148,000 people, is currently pursuing a three-year plan aimed at saving £1billion in operating expenses.
Sainsbury’s announces 300 more jobs at risk under major restructuring
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