Amazon European Logistics Buildout
Former VP, Amazon Logistics Europe
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Why is this interview interesting?
- Evolution of Amazon's European versus US logistics network
- How inbound is organized and adapted for FBA
- Sorting and picking of both sortable and non-sortable products inside the warehouse
- How vertical players could have an advantage over Amazon
- Amazon's relationship and competition with carriers
- Outlook on challenges for scaling Amazon and FBA
Amazon European Logistics Buildout(May 11, 2020)
Philippe Hemard
Former VP, Amazon Logistics Europe
Philippe has spent over 25 years developing end-to-end logistics systems from vendors to customers, including 18 years at Amazon.com. He joined Amazon in France in 2000 as Distribution Centre General Manager, moving to Amazon.co.uk (Scotland) in 2004, to support business growth within the UK. Philippe then took up several senior leadership positions in European Operations at Amazon EU Headquarters in Luxembourg, culminating in the role of VP Amazon Logistics Europe from 2015-18. Before joining Amazon, Philippe worked for Danzas (now DHL) in France. Throughout his career he has worked on network modelling, procurement and buying processes, inventory management, fulfillment management, and transportation network management. Since March 2018 Philippe has run his own consultancy business, holds several board positions and teaches Supply Chain Management and Global Logistics Strategy at university.
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