United Natural Foods Layoffs 443 Workers, Shifts to Automation
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United Natural Foods, a leading distributor of natural and organic groceries, is restructuring its supply chain, leading to the layoff of 443 workers. The company is closing its Sturtevant, Wisconsin distribution center and shifting operations to a larger facility in Joliet, Illinois, which will utilize new automation technology. This move comes as demand for organic foods surges, with sales reaching $65.4 billion in 2024. Despite a slight dip in net sales, the companys adjusted earnings per share and adjusted EBITDA have increased, and its investing in AI tools to improve inventory management and customer service.
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