Delivery Hero Layoffs

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Delivery Hero, a major player in the food delivery and quick-commerce industry, laid off 300 employees in Germany following the sudden shutdown of its Foodpanda brand's operations in the country on December 27, 2021. This reduction impacted approximately 30% of Foodpanda's local workforce, which totaled around 1,000 people, including riders and pickers. The layoffs primarily affected corporate staff in areas like sales, HR, and marketing, rather than delivery couriers, who may transition to roles with partners like Gorillas, in which Delivery Hero holds an investment. The decision, described as abrupt and surprising by employees and observers alike, was part of a strategic exit from the German market, with the company offering severance packages and assistance in finding new positions within its network.

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