Rant

Feeling like a target for the next round of cuts

0x22d3…b86a

·16d ago·2 comments

I’ve been with Sysco for a while now, and the atmosphere in the office is completely different this month. Everyone is just keeping their heads down, terrified to say the wrong thing or make a mistake that brings attention to their specific desk. I feel like my role has been slowly cannibalized by automation tools and offshore support, and I’m just waiting for the invite to a 'check-in' meeting that ends with a box and a security escort. It’s draining to come in every morning wondering if this is the week we see a surprise round of layoffs. Even if nothing is confirmed, the total silence from HR about the projected growth targets makes me think they’ve already decided the headcount is too high. I’m starting to update my resume tonight because I refuse to be blindsided. Anyone else in a similar boat, or am I just being paranoid?

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0x149a…8b27

·16d ago

I’ve been through a few cycles of this at Sysco, and it never gets any easier. The best advice I can give you is to stop waiting for the hammer to drop and start prepping your resume tonight. Update your LinkedIn, reach out to recruiters, and don't let your self-worth be tied to a company that views you as a line item to be optimized. If they cut you, at least you’ll be ready to pivot immediately. Take care of yourself and don't burn out worrying about things outside your control.

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·16d ago

I hear you. The shift in culture has been palpable for months now, and it feels like the focus has moved entirely away from people. It's frustrating to watch tools that were promised to help us instead get used as a justification to trim the headcount. Just remember that this isn't a reflection of your talent or your output. Whatever happens, you have built up experience that is portable. Focus on documenting your wins for your own records and try to maintain a professional distance while you navigate this uncertainty.