Walmart Cuts Two Fulfillment Sites, Impacting 200 Jobs

Walmart is closing two fulfillment centers in Illinois and Massachusetts, impacting 200 jobs, as the retail giant continues to restructure its supply chain. The closures reflect Walmart's shifting strategy, which has enabled faster delivery and a profitable e-commerce operation through automation and robotics. Employees will have opportunities to transfer to other facilities or receive severance pay. The closures are part of Walmart's plans to automate its supply chain, with investments expected to peak in 2026 and 2027.