Bed Bath & Beyond laid off 150 employees this week, CNBC reported Thursday.
Anonymous sources familiar with the matter told CNBC that about 50 workers at namesake Bed Bath & Beyond stores lost their jobs this week. These employees were largely in the field-support team, which helps staff stores, CNBC reported.
About 100 department and store managers were also reportedly let go from the company’s Christmas Tree Shops. These are bargain stores that sell home decor, furniture, food, and Christmas decorations.
Bed Bath & Beyond did not immediately respond to Business Insider’s request for comment.
The retailer has come under pressure as sales have slid in recent years, and it has been accused of failing to adapt to the changing retail environment and compete with online sellers. Its stores, known to be crammed with inventory, have also been heavily criticized by analysts as “messy.”
On Tuesday, a group of activist investors with a combined 5% stake in the business called for a shake-up of the company and the replacing of CEO Steven Temares and the company’s entire board of directors.
Bed Bath & Beyond released a statement in response.
“Bed Bath & Beyond is undertaking a comprehensive transformation to evolve the foundational structure of the business, drive shareholder value, and best position the company for long-term success,” it said. “While the activist group has not provided any specific recommendations despite the company’s repeated requests, we note that many of the areas highlighted by the activist group in its press release are already being addressed at a detailed level by the company. We look forward to receiving and reviewing any specific suggestions and recommendations the activist group may have.”