Sandy Springs, Georgia-based Mercedes-Benz Financial Services, the captive financial arm of Mercedes-Benz Mobility AG, providing specialized financing, leasing, insurance, and mobility solutions for Mercedes-Benz car and van customers and dealers in various countries, has announced a major reduction in force as it relocates it headquarters and operations from Farmington Hills, Michigan, to Sandy Springs, Georgia.
The relocation will impact 157 employees, out of 265 who chose not to relocate or who accepted other jobs within the organization.
According to a company spokesperson, "We are deeply appreciative of the years of support from the metro Detroit community and the contributions of our talented team members. Mercedes-Benz is providing full support to all affected employees, whether they choose to make the move to Atlanta or not."
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