Amazon Unplugged Ep 10: Building E-commerce for the next gen India ft. Samir Kumar
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In this episode of Amazon Unplugged, we sit down with Samir Kumar, Country Head - India and Regional VP - IN, MENA, TR, RoW, one of the founding members of Amazon India, whose journey with the company is nothing short of legendary.Samir, in conversation with host Rajeev Sharma, Director, Talent Acquisition, Amazon India, takes us through the early days of Amazon’s India launch — a time filled with bold decisions, long hours, and an unwavering commitment to customers and sellers. From onboarding some of the very first sellers to shaping the seller ecosystem we know today, Samir has played a pivotal role in building Amazon India from the ground up.But this episode isn’t just about business. Samir also opens up about the lessons he's learned along the way, how he balances intense work with personal time, and what work-life harmony truly means in a fast-paced environment like Amazon. With over a decade of leadership experience, his reflections are both insightful and inspiring — whether you’re new to Amazon or have been around since Day 1.Tune in to the full episode to uncover leadership lessons, career advice, and behind-the-scenes stories that can help you think bigger, move faster, and grow stronger in your own journey.Know more about available job openings here: ➡️ https://amazon.jobs/en/?&cmpid=AS_YTIS200165B
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