UPS to cut 30,000 more jobs in 2026, ramp up automation as Amazon tie-up winds down

United Parcel Service has announced plans to cut 30,000 jobs this year and “further deploy automation” across its network. The assertion came from Chief Financial Officer Brian Dykes during an investor call on Tuesday amid continued efforts to untangle a long-term partnership with Amazon. UPS had previously slashed some 48,000 positions in 2025 and closed down 93 facilities.

“In terms of variable costs, we expect to reduce operational positions by up to 30,000. This will be accomplished through attrition, and we expect to offer a second voluntary separation program for full-time drivers,” multiple reports quoted Dykes as saying.