Sainsbury’s staff across Gedling borough are facing an uncertain future after the supermarket giant announced a manager shake-up across all stores.
The supermarket giant announced yesterday it’s to cut store management roles with the jobs being replaced by “better paid” new roles.
The group said that workers will have the choice of either applying for the new roles, taking more junior positions, or face redundancy.
Sainsbury’s retail and operations director Simon Roberts, said: “The proposals will introduce a more efficient and effective structure, designed to meet the challenges of today’s retail environment. They will deliver cost savings to be invested in our customer offer and in our colleagues as they continue to provide the very best service for our customers.
“Our intention is not to reduce overall headcount as a result of these proposals.
“I appreciate this will be a difficult time for those affected and we will fully support our people through these changes.”
A Sainsbury’s worker who didn’t wish to be named from one local store told Gedling Eye that managers looked “worried” after the announcement was made earlier yesterday (January 23).
They said: “There was a sombre mood around the store and the managers think they will have to reapply for their roles.”
Tesco also announced on Monday 1,700 line manager jobs were to be removed from stores but 900 positions with a broader remit would be created.
