The memo notes the planned layoffs are for corporate workers and won't affect in-store employees "or the investments we are making in-store hours." Starbucks has over 3,000 stores

Starbucks said Friday it plans an unspecified number of layoffs as it restructures its corporate staff. In a letter to employees, Starbucks Chairman and CEO Brian Niccol said the Seattle coffee giant needs to ensure all work has a clear and accountable owner who can make decisions. The company also needs to reduce complexity and silos.

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