Jimi Smoke
About Jimi Smoke
Jimi Smoke serves as the Head of Launch and Expansion for Amazon Logistics in Germany, Austria, and the Netherlands, where he has significantly contributed to the development of logistics centers for Amazon Fresh and PrimeNOW. With a background in economics and extensive experience in logistics and project management, he is recognized for his analytical skills and ability to foster teamwork.
Work at Amazon Logistics
Jimi Smoke serves as the Head of Launch and Expansion at Amazon Logistics, overseeing operations in Germany, Austria, and the Netherlands. He has been in this role since 2018, based in Munich, Bavaria, Germany. In this position, he has played a crucial role in the strategic planning and execution of logistics centers for Amazon Fresh and PrimeNOW across multiple countries. His leadership focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and reducing costs within logistics operations.
Previous Experience at Amazon
Before his current role, Jimi Smoke worked as a Senior Program Manager - Site Launch at Amazon Fresh from 2016 to 2018 in Munich, Bavaria, Germany. During this two-year tenure, he contributed to the establishment of logistics processes and site launches, which laid the groundwork for subsequent expansions in the region.
Career Background
Jimi Smoke has a diverse professional background that includes a role as Regional Manager for Sales and Delivery Experience at Tesla Motors from 2012 to 2016. He managed operations across Austria, Germany, Switzerland, and the UK while based in the Munich Area, Germany. Prior to this, he worked at the German American Chamber of Commerce of the southern U.S., Inc, focusing on projects and consulting from 2011 to 2012 in the Greater Atlanta Area.
Education and Expertise
Jimi Smoke earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from Penn State University, where he studied from 2006 to 2010. His educational background supports his expertise in logistics and strategic planning, enabling him to apply detailed analysis and sound judgment to complex logistical challenges.
Professional Skills and Focus
Jimi Smoke is recognized for his ability to build trust and assist team members in overcoming personal barriers within a professional environment. He emphasizes cost reduction and efficiency improvements in logistics operations, which are critical components of his strategic approach in his current role at Amazon Logistics.