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Amazon CEO Andy Jassy Says AI Will Reduce Workforce Over Time

by Team Lumida
June 18, 2025
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Amazon’s $100 Billion Bet: AI Over Retail

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  • Amazon plans to reduce its workforce in the coming years as generative AI and automation eliminate the need for certain roles.
  • CEO Andy Jassy described AI as a transformative technology that will change the number and types of jobs at Amazon, though reductions will primarily occur through attrition rather than mass layoffs.
  • Amazon has already deployed over 1,000 AI agents across its operations, with plans to invest$100 billion in data centers to support AI growth.
  • The shift reflects broader trends across industries, with 41% of employers globally planning workforce reductions due to AI, according to a World Economic Forum survey.

What Happened?

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy announced that the company expects to reduce its workforce over the next few years as generative AI and automation streamline operations. In a note to employees, Jassy called AI a “once-in-a-lifetime technological change” that is already reshaping Amazon’s business, from consumer interactions to internal processes.

While Jassy did not specify the scale of workforce reductions, he emphasized that the changes would primarily occur through attrition rather than mass layoffs like those seen in 2022 and 2023, when Amazon eliminated over 27,000 roles. However, some teams, such as those working on Alexa and devices, may face targeted layoffs.

Amazon has integrated AI into various areas, including its Alexa personal assistant and advertising operations, and has deployed over 1,000 AI agents to handle repetitive tasks. The company is also investing heavily in AI infrastructure, with plans to spend more than$100 billion on data centers and billions in AI startups like Anthropic.


Why It Matters?

Amazon’s announcement underscores the growing impact of AI on the labor market, particularly in tech and retail sectors. As the nation’s second-largest private employer, Amazon’s workforce decisions often signal broader employment trends.

The shift to AI-driven operations highlights the dual impact of automation: while it increases efficiency and innovation, it also reduces the need for certain roles, raising concerns about job displacement. However, Jassy noted that AI will also create demand for new types of jobs, requiring workers to adapt to evolving skill requirements.

Amazon’s move aligns with a broader trend across industries, with companies like Williams-Sonoma, Shopify, and Bank of America also leveraging AI to streamline operations and reduce headcount.


What’s Next?

Amazon will continue to integrate AI into its operations, with a focus on using AI agents to handle repetitive tasks and accelerate innovation. The company’s workforce reductions will likely occur gradually, with attrition playing a key role in managing headcount.

As AI adoption accelerates, Amazon and other companies will need to address the challenges of workforce reskilling and job displacement. Policymakers and industry leaders will also face increasing pressure to balance the benefits of AI with its societal impact, particularly on employment.

Investors and analysts will monitor Amazon’s AI investments and workforce changes as indicators of how the company is positioning itself for long-term growth in an increasingly automated economy.

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