Salesforce Cuts Hundreds of Jobs Amid Executive Shake-Up
Salesforce has reportedly cut “fewer than 1,000” jobs in February 2026.
The workforce reduction comes amid an executive shake-up at the company. 6 new leaders have replaced 5 high-profile executives who’ve left since December.
Which Roles at Salesforce are Affected?
Positions affected by the latest round of job cuts at Salesforce included:
- Marketing
- Product management
- Data analytics
- The company’s Agentforce AI product
The exact number of Canadian employees who’ve been let go remains unclear. Salesforce currently employs more than 2,700 people across the country.
Source
People familiar with the workforce reduction at Salesforce spoke with multiple news outlets, including Business Insider.
More Salesforce Layoff Coverage
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