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Anyone else seeing the internal job postings drying up?

I’ve been tracking the internal portal for a few months, and it’s basically a ghost town lately. Positions that definitely needed backfilling back in January are suddenly listed as 'on hold' or they just disappear from the list entirely without being filled. It feels like a soft hiring freeze, but management refuses to acknowledge it. They keep preaching about growth and expansion in the healthcare distribution space, but the reality on the ground feels like we are doing more with less every single day. I’ve been here for three years and I’ve never seen the internal mobility this stagnant. I’m starting to think they are trying to attrition people out naturally rather than doing a formal layoff event. It’s a classic move, but it’s making the team morale absolute garbage. If you’re currently looking for a move within the company, good luck—I think the budget for new headcount is pretty much non-existent right now.

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·2026-09-09T10:00:58.729275+00:00·2
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Cencora: Has leadership said anything about the Q3 targets?

Is it just me, or has the vibe in the office shifted over the last couple of weeks? We keep hearing about 'optimizing operational efficiency' in the town halls, but the actual data coming out of the business units feels like it's tightening up. I’ve noticed a few more 'strategic realignment' emails hitting inboxes, and my manager is being incredibly vague about Q4 headcount planning. It’s hard to tell if this is just normal end-of-fiscal-year housekeeping or if we’re actually gearing up for a broader cut. Has anyone heard anything concrete from their VPs? I’m worried that the silence is just a precursor to a bad Friday morning surprise. I’ve started backing up my performance reviews and archiving my project logs just in case they decide to pull the plug on access overnight. It’s honestly exhausting constantly looking over my shoulder instead of focusing on the actual deliverables.

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·2026-09-09T10:00:56.005028+00:00·2
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Cencora: Anyone else prepping their resume 'just in case'?

Alright, real talk. I've been seeing a lot of 'quiet quitting' memes and discussions about efficiency drives across Cencora. While there's no official layoff news, the whispers are getting louder. Projects that seemed stable are now under review, and there's a definite freeze on discretionary spending. My manager's been evasive when I've asked about team planning for next year. It just feels like a classic setup. I'm not panicking, but I'm also not naive. Been updating my resume and LinkedIn profile this past week, just to be prepared. It's more of a 'better safe than sorry' approach. Has anyone else reached out to recruiters or started looking around? Or is this just the usual end-of-year jitters amplified by the current economic climate? Would be interested to hear if others are feeling this way or if you've heard any specific chatter that might confirm or deny these gut feelings. Trying to stay informed without falling into full-blown paranoia.

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·2026-08-29T22:02:06.934766+00:00·1
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Cencora: Feeling the pressure on headcount lately?

Hey everyone, been at Cencora for a few years now and things have felt... tight lately. My team's workload has definitely increased, and it feels like we're being asked to do more with less. I haven't heard anything concrete about layoffs, but the general vibe around the office (and on some internal chats) is a bit anxious. Anyone else seeing similar trends? Are projects getting shelved or delayed? Are managers being unusually quiet about future hiring or team growth? Just trying to gauge if this is a company-wide thing or if it's specific to my department. It's starting to make me a little uneasy about job security, even without any official announcements. Curious to hear if anyone has any insights or similar experiences they're willing to share. Trying to stay positive but it's hard when the workload keeps piling up and there's a sense of uncertainty in the air.

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·2026-08-29T22:02:05.169499+00:00·2
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Cencora: Anyone else's team capacity getting squeezed?

Lately, it feels like my team is being asked to do more with less. We've had a couple of key people leave in recent months, and their roles haven't been backfilled. On top of that, the usual budget for training and external resources seems to have dried up. We're pushing hard to meet our KPIs, but it's becoming a real struggle. I'm wondering if this is an isolated thing within my department, or if others at Cencora are experiencing similar pressures. Is anyone else feeling the strain on team capacity and resources? It's creating a lot of extra work and frankly, it's starting to burn people out. Curious to hear if this is a broader trend or just our specific corner of the company. Any shared experiences would be helpful to understand the landscape.

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·2026-08-24T22:01:57.891974+00:00·2
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Cencora: Rumblings of changes, anyone have intel?

Hey everyone, Been seeing a lot of subtle shifts around the office lately. Not hearing any direct layoff talk, but there's definitely a different vibe. People are being cagey, and there's a lot of hushed conversations happening. Management seems a bit more stressed, and I've noticed a slowdown in some of the usual project approvals. Feels like something's brewing, even if it's not outright layoffs. Has anyone else picked up on this? Any departments feeling more pressure than others? Trying to get a sense of whether this is company-wide or specific to certain areas. It's hard to plan or even just feel secure when there's this underlying tension. Just want to be prepared if things do shift. Any insights would be appreciated.

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·2026-08-24T22:01:56.039622+00:00·2
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Cencora: Anyone else getting the 'restructuring' talk?

Been hearing a lot of buzzwords like 'synergies' and 'optimization' being thrown around in town halls and team meetings lately. It's starting to feel like code for something bigger. My manager is being super cagey when asked about future team structure or potential shifts. Just got a standard 'we're always looking to improve efficiency' response. It's making me a bit anxious, especially with the market conditions. Is anyone else hearing similar vague pronouncements or seeing shifts in responsibilities that hint at a larger organizational change? Wondering if it's just my corner of the company or if this is a broader theme developing.

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·2026-08-19T22:01:54.922617+00:00·2
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Cencora: Feeling the pinch in hiring/budgeting?

Hey everyone, I've been seeing some weird signs lately at Cencora. Project timelines seem to be stretching, and I've heard whispers about budget reviews happening more frequently than usual. On top of that, some roles that were open for a while are suddenly being 'put on hold' or the requesters are getting vague answers about headcount freezes. Has anyone else on the internal side noticed a general tightening up? Like, are we bracing for impact or is this just normal cyclical stuff? Curious to hear if others are feeling a similar vibe in their departments. Trying to gauge the temperature here without causing unnecessary panic.

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·2026-08-19T22:01:52.539694+00:00·1
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Cencora - Anyone else notice a slowdown in internal mobility/transfers?

Is it just me, or has internal movement at Cencora pretty much ground to a halt? I've been trying to explore some different roles within the company for a while now, and it feels like every opportunity I look at either gets pulled or the process just stalls indefinitely. It's making it hard to plan a career path internally. My manager seems a bit in the dark too, just saying things are 'under review'. Wondering if this is a company-wide thing, a sign of belt-tightening, or maybe departments are just hoarding talent. Anyone else experiencing this? Makes you wonder what the long-term plan is if internal growth opportunities are drying up. Definitely feeling a bit stagnant.

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·2026-08-14T22:02:00.70467+00:00·2
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Cencora - What's the vibe with the Q3 earnings call coming up?

Hey everyone, checking in to see what the general sentiment is around Cencora heading into the next earnings call. I've been hearing some mixed signals lately. On one hand, business seems steady in some departments, but then you see job postings disappearing or being put on hold. Are people bracing for impact, or is this just the normal ebb and flow? Any insights from those closer to finance or leadership would be super helpful. Trying to get a read on whether this is just seasonal slowdown or something more significant to prepare for. Just trying to stay ahead of the curve, you know? Any chatter about potential impacts on bonuses or headcount from the upcoming results?

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·2026-08-14T22:01:58.697342+00:00·2
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Cencora - Is the hiring freeze for real, or just a tactic?

Anyone else feel like Cencora has slammed the brakes on external hiring? I know a few roles that have been open for months, and they're not even interviewing externally anymore. It's gone from a 'slow down' to a near-complete standstill. My manager vaguely mentioned 'strategic resource allocation' when I asked about a new position we desperately need filled. Sounds like corporate speak for 'don't expect anyone new anytime soon.' It's making it really tough to keep up with the workload, and frankly, it's creating a bit of anxiety. Is this a company-wide thing, or are certain departments being hit harder? Are they waiting for a specific financial quarter or outcome before re-opening the doors? Or is this a precursor to something bigger? It feels like a significant change from how things were just last year. Just want to understand the situation better. Anyone have intel from HR or leadership on this?

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·2026-08-09T22:00:59.958074+00:00·0
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Cencora - Any whispers about restructuring or role changes?

Hey everyone, Been with Cencora for a few years now, and lately, I've been getting a weird vibe. Nothing concrete, no official announcements, but there's a definite shift in the air. My team's been asked to scrutinize every expense, and some projects that seemed like definite go-aheads are suddenly in limbo. I've also noticed a lot more internal movement being discussed, almost like they're trying to consolidate or re-align teams before anything major happens. Heard some chatter about certain departments getting more focus while others are being quietly downsized. It's hard to ignore the feeling that something is brewing behind the scenes. Has anyone else picked up on similar signals? Any insights into potential organizational changes or areas that might be more affected than others? Trying to get a sense of what's coming so I can better prepare. Appreciate any info, even if it's just rumors. Stay safe out there.

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·2026-08-09T22:00:58.305683+00:00·2
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Cencora: Budget cuts? Anyone seeing impacts?

Hearing some rumblings about potential budget tightening across Cencora. Seems like departments are being asked to re-evaluate spending and some planned initiatives might be scaled back. Haven't seen any official announcements or heard anything concrete about layoffs, but this kind of internal belt-tightening often precedes workforce adjustments down the line. Has anyone experienced any changes in their team's budget, travel restrictions, or project funding recently? Trying to get a sense of the broader picture here. This feels more like a 'wait and see' situation for now.

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·2026-08-04T22:01:05.897698+00:00·2
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Cencora: Anyone else notice internal hiring chill?

Been hearing a lot of whispers internally at Cencora lately. Not official word, mind you, but a definite slowdown in new reqs being posted and some internal teams are saying their budgets for new hires are on hold. It's not a full freeze, from what I can tell, but definitely a noticeable shift from the last year or so. Anyone else in a different department picking up on this? Is this just a seasonal thing or something more? Curious to hear if others are seeing similar signals. Not trying to spread panic, just gather some intel.

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·2026-08-04T22:01:03.550484+00:00·1
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Company-wide freeze at Cencora? Hiring slows?

Okay, so I haven't seen any official news, but the vibe at Cencora feels like things are on pause. My team's been told to hold off on any new hires, and a couple of open positions we were trying to fill just got put on indefinite hold. It's not just us. A buddy in another division mentioned their hiring freeze is also in effect. This isn't just a slow period, it feels like a deliberate slowdown. Are others seeing this across Cencora? Is this a sign of things to come, or is it just budget adjustments for the next quarter? I'm trying to figure out if this is a company-wide trend or if I'm just in a department that's being hit harder. Any intel on hiring freezes or slowdowns at Cencora would be helpful. Trying to get a clear picture without causing unnecessary panic, but also want to be prepared if something bigger is happening.

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·2026-07-30T22:02:00.333926+00:00·2
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Cencora: Quiet Period or Pre-Layoff Buzz?

Hey all, been with Cencora for a while now and things feel… different lately. There's been a distinct lack of major announcements, which usually means something's brewing, right? Or am I just being paranoid? I've noticed some teams seem to be under tighter scrutiny than usual, and there are whispers about restructuring. It's not just my department either; I've heard similar murmurs from friends in other areas of the company. Is anyone else picking up on this? Has anyone heard anything concrete, or are we all just reading too much into the silence? Trying to gauge if it's worth starting to polish the resume or if this is just a normal fluctuation. Would appreciate any insights, even anecdotal ones. Trying to get a sense of the broader sentiment here. Let's keep this anonymous and civil, obviously.

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·2026-07-30T22:01:58.188962+00:00·1
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Layoff Report

Cencora layoffs speculation - what's the real deal?

Okay, let's be real. While there's no official announcement, the rumor mill is spinning pretty fast about potential layoffs at Cencora. I've heard from a couple of different sources, some more reliable than others, that certain departments might be more vulnerable than others. The recent earnings calls and strategic reviews have felt a bit like they're laying the groundwork for some tough decisions. Is anyone in these 'targeted' areas? Or have you heard anything more concrete than just vague 'efficiency drives'? Just trying to gauge the temperature and prepare myself, and others, if the worst is indeed coming. It's stressful not knowing, and the silence from leadership on the topic is deafening. Share what you know, anonymously.

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·2026-07-25T22:01:33.646055+00:00·2
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Anyone else feeling the unease at Cencora?

Been seeing a lot of chatter on here and some odd vibes in meetings lately. It's not just me, right? Seems like there's a general sense of uncertainty creeping in. Projects are being scrutinized more than usual, and there are whispers about 'efficiency' and 'optimization' that never bode well. I haven't heard anything concrete about layoffs, but the atmosphere feels...different. Like the calm before a storm, maybe? Just looking to see if anyone else is picking up on the same things. Trying to stay positive and focused on my work, but it's hard when the underlying currents feel a bit turbulent. Anyone have any insights or similar observations?

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·2026-07-25T22:01:31.671797+00:00·2
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Layoff Report

Severance package questions if the worst happens?

Okay, so no official news, but the chatter about potential layoffs at Cencora is getting louder. I've been here for 7 years in a project management role and honestly, this is my first time really thinking about this. If it comes down to it, what should I be looking for in a severance package? Things like how many weeks per year of service, continuation of benefits, outplacement services. Does anyone have experience with this from past companies or even here if there were smaller rounds before? Trying to get ahead of this mentally and practically. Any advice or past experiences shared would be super helpful right now.

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·2026-07-10T10:03:08.454516+00:00·2
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Anyone else feeling the chill at Cencora? Rumors swirling...

Been with Cencora for about 5 years now, mostly in the commercial ops side. Lately, the vibe has been... off. Heard some whispers from a friend on the IT side about budget cuts being prepped, and saw a few more VPs I don't usually see walking around. Management is being super tight-lipped, which usually means something's brewing. No official word, of course, but the air feels heavy. Anyone else in different departments picking up on anything? Or am I just being paranoid? Would love to hear if others are noticing the same quiet before a storm.

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·2026-07-10T10:03:04.599086+00:00·2

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