Samsung Cuts 739 Jobs in New Jersey Amid US Headquarters Relocation to Texas
A WARN filing reveals that Samsung is cutting 739 jobs at its Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey campus, which opened just a year ago in September 2025. This relocation follows record profit in the company’s chip business and comes despite the challenging tech landscape of 2026.
A Relocation, Not Just Layoffs
Samsung frames these cuts as an "enterprise-wide reduction in force" rather than a direct response to a downturn. The company is shifting its US consumer operations headquarters to Texas by the end of 2026, offering relocation packages to most affected employees.
Numbers and Affected Sites
- Total Affected: Approximately 739 employees (around 62% of the New Jersey site).
- Relocation Offers: Most employees received offers to relocate to Texas.
- Additional Cuts: Around 100 roles at Samsung’s Plano, Texas campus and about 179 at Samsung SDS America in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey.
The Timing and Context
Samsung is trimming its US consumer electronics staff in the same quarter its chip division reports record semiconductor profit. This stark contrast highlights the evolving dynamics within the company as it navigates a shifting tech landscape.
Severance Terms and Future Uncertainty
The company has not disclosed severance terms or relocation acceptance rates, leaving many employees uncertain about their futures. The WARN Act filing ensures transparency in such mass layoffs, highlighting the challenges faced by workers navigating corporate relocations.