Lowe's to Cut 600 Corporate, Support Jobs Near Charlotte

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Lowe's, one of the Charlotte region's largest employers, has announced it will be cutting approximately 600 corporate and support roles, representing less than 1% of its total 300,000-person workforce. The layoffs will not impact store employees, and the company says the move will allow it to 'strengthen our frontline focus while remaining agile in a dynamic home improvement environment'.

Why it matters

The job cuts at Lowe's corporate offices near Charlotte reflect broader challenges facing the retail industry, as companies look to streamline operations and focus resources on their core business. The layoffs also come as Lowe's has been actively expanding through acquisitions to grow its professional customer base and distribution channels.

The details

Lowe's did not specify exactly how many employees work at its suburban Charlotte corporate office or when the layoffs will take effect. Two years ago, the company had around 11,000 employees in the Charlotte region, including 5,000 at the corporate office. This latest round of cuts is part of an effort by Lowe's to 'strengthen our frontline focus while remaining agile in a dynamic home improvement environment'.

• Lowe's reported $20.8 billion in sales in the third quarter of 2025, up from $20.2 billion in the prior year.
• In October 2025, Lowe's acquired California-based Foundation Building Materials for $8.8 billion.
• In June 2025, Lowe's acquired Artisan Design Group for over $1.3 billion.

What’s next

Lowe's has not provided details on when the layoffs will take effect or how the company plans to support affected employees.