Jim Walker
About Jim Walker
Jim Walker is a Delivery Station Manager at Amazon Logistics in Glasgow, Scotland, with extensive experience in operations and commercial management across various sectors. He has held significant roles at National Car Parks Limited and Eastern Mountain Sports, and he holds an MBA from The University of Edinburgh.
Current Role at Amazon Logistics
Jim Walker has been serving as the Delivery Station Manager at Amazon Logistics since 2020. He manages a large delivery station in Glasgow, Scotland, where he oversees a team of approximately 500 permanent and temporary staff. His role focuses on enhancing last mile delivery services across the west of Scotland, ensuring efficient operations and high service standards.
Previous Experience in Operations Management
Before joining Amazon Logistics, Jim Walker held various positions at National Car Parks Limited. He served as Head of Operations-Airports from 2012 to 2015 in Birmingham, and later as Director of Managed Services from 2018 to 2019. He also worked as Chief of Operations - Managed Services for eight months in 2019 and as Senior Head of Operations - Airports and Rail from 2016 to 2018. His extensive experience in operations management has contributed to his expertise in the facilities services industry.
Educational Background
Jim Walker studied at the University of St Andrews, where he earned an MA (Honours) in Modern History and International Relations from 1989 to 1994. He later attended the University of Edinburgh, achieving an MBA with Distinction in Finance, Business, and Management from 2005 to 2006. His educational background supports his extensive career in management and operations.
Experience in Retail Management
Jim Walker began his career in retail management at Eastern Mountain Sports, where he held various positions, including Store Operations Specialist, Assistant Manager, and District Manager from 1994 to 2004. His roles involved overseeing store operations and managing teams, which provided him with foundational skills in team leadership and operational efficiency.
International Experience
In addition to his roles in the United Kingdom and the United States, Jim Walker gained international experience as a Senior Demand Analyst at Qatar Airways in 2011. This position allowed him to develop insights into demand forecasting and analysis within the aviation sector, further broadening his operational expertise.