Mark Tritton, president, CEO, Bed Bath & Beyond Mark Tritton, president, CEO, Bed Bath& Beyond

UNION, NJ—Struggling retailer Bed Bath & Beyond announcedlate last week what it termed was "a major pivot" in the company'srestructuring plan that will include the reduction of its workforceby approximately 500 positions.

The locally-based retailer said the plan is focused on realizingseveral hundred million dollars of cost savings opportunities. Theoverall restructuring program is expected to reduce annual SG&A(selling, general and administrative expenses) by approximately $85million, The company states that the strategic realignment isgeared at creating a greater focus on the company's core businessand initiatives designed to enhance the customer experience, drivesales and position the company for long-term success.

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