Walmart announced on Friday said that it met it goal of hiring 150,000 employees. It now plans to hire an additional 50,000 workers to keep up with continued strong demand in its stores and to give current employees the flexibility to take time off and stay home.
“Hiring 50,000 new associates will give us the opportunity to provide additional staffing in key areas where it’s needed most,” said Donna Morris, executive VP and chief people officer, Walmart. “These hires will primarily be temporary associates and will support our current associates and customers in locations with specific needs.”
“While many of these associates want temporary employment that serves as a bridge during this time, we also expect others to convert to permanent roles,” Morris said. We’re seeing huge successes from the talent we’re adding to the team, and we are proud and appreciative of everything our associates are doing to provide a vital service to our communities during this time.”
