Approximately 2,175 roles cut across two 2026 rounds: approximately 775 in US distribution centers (January) and approximately 1,400 in technology and global operations (April). COO Venkatesh Alagirisamy is consolidating tech operations into two hubs — Beaverton, Oregon and the Nike India Technology Center — while advancing warehouse automation.
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APRIL 2024
740
Nike confirmed second phase: 740 more layoffs at world HQ in Beaverton, Oregon, beginning June 28, 2024 — largest layoff in Nike's history.
Issue 03
FEBRUARY 2024
~2,175 across two 2026 rounds (775 Jan + 1,400 Apr)
Nike conducted two layoff rounds in 2026: approximately 775 distribution center roles in January, explicitly tied to accelerating warehouse automation, and approximately 1,400 technology and global operations roles in April — the majority in the technology division. COO Venkatesh Alagirisamy cited technology consolidation into two global hubs and supply chain integration as the drivers. Nike's stock was approximately 70% below its 2021 peak at the time of the April cuts.
Nike conducted two layoff rounds in 2026: approximately 775 distribution center roles in January, explicitly tied to accelerating warehouse automation, and approximately 1,400 technology and global operations roles in April — the majority in the technology division. COO Venkatesh Alagirisamy cited technology consolidation into two global hubs and supply chain integration as the drivers. Nike's stock was approximately 70% below its 2021 peak at the time of the April cuts.
Issue 03
FEBRUARY 2024
~2,175 across two 2026 rounds (775 Jan + 1,400 Apr)
Issue 02
$300M
Nike recorded ~$300M in restructuring charges related to the 2024 layoffs — including severance, outplacement, and facilities consolidation.
Issue 02
$300M
Nike recorded ~$300M in restructuring charges related to the 2024 layoffs — including severance, outplacement, and facilities consolidation.
Issue 01
Tenure-based + COBRA
Nike offers tenure-based severance, healthcare continuation (COBRA), accelerated RSU vesting through next vest, outplacement services, and career transition support.
Nike offers tenure-based severance, healthcare continuation (COBRA), accelerated RSU vesting through next vest, outplacement services, and career transition support.
Issue 01
Tenure-based + COBRA
The Playbook · 30 Days
Read the separation agreement carefully before you sign — most have a 21-day window. You have time, so don't be rushed into waiving anything you don't understand.
File for unemployment in your state right away. In most states benefits are backdated to your separation date, so there's no upside to waiting.
Decide between COBRA and an ACA marketplace plan within 60 days. Marketplace plans are often cheaper than COBRA for comparable coverage.
If you're on an H-1B, start the visa-transfer clock immediately. The 60-day grace period is non-negotiable.
Common challenges Nike employees face after a layoff — and how Final Round AI helps you overcome them.
Nike-specific terms (KC, GEO, Categories, FOB) and matrix-org titles don't translate cleanly to non-Nike consumer or tech ATS systems.
Long-tenured Nike employees often haven't interviewed externally in 10+ years — modern STAR, case, and portfolio interviews feel foreign.
Adidas, Under Armour, Puma are also cutting. Pivoting to broader consumer/CPG, DTC e-commerce, or tech product roles opens broader options — but requires repositioning.
We also cover workforce reductions at peer companies so you can compare context and prepare cross-company. Explore more layoff trackers related to Nike.
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