What does 17 years of growth, innovation, and leadership look like? Gain insights from Vivek Somareddy, Vice President, Seller Experience for Emerging Markets & Indian Global Trade, as he shares his Amazon journey—from starting as a software developer in Seattle to spearheading Amazon’s seller experience across global markets. In this episode of Amazon Unplugged, hosted by Rajeev Sharma, Director of Talent Acquisition at Amazon India, Vivek dives deep into the intricacies of empowering sellers and expanding India’s global trade footprint. Learn how Amazon supports Indian startups and MSMEs through game-changing initiatives like Global Selling, Seller Flex, and Smart Commerce. Don’t miss the inspiring journey of Shumee Toys founder, Dr. Meeta Sharma Gupta, as she shares her path to taking an Indian brand to the global stage through Amazon’s platform. Watch the full episode and discover Amazon’s commitment to fueling the success of Indian entrepreneurs on a global scale. Know more about available job openings here: ➡️ https://amazon.jobs/en/?&cmpid=AS_YTIS200165B

"One of my biggest fears about joining Amazon was losing the freedom to experiment that I had in startups. To my surprise, Amazon gave me even more room to innovate," shares Sridhar Kulasekharan, Director of Retail Business Services, Amazon, in this episode of Amazon Unplugged, hosted by Rajeev Sharma, Director, Talent Acquisition, Amazon India. Sridhar recounts his 30-year career journey from storm-chasing as a research scientist to leading transformation in retail at Amazon. He emphasizes RBS’s critical role in safeguarding the customer experience while championing inclusivity through DEI initiatives. As a passionate advocate for inclusivity, Sridhar highlights his involvement with Amazon’s PWD Affinity Group, dedicated to empowering people with disabilities to thrive at Amazon. Gain valuable insights on leadership, technology, and the future of retail in this engaging episode. Tune in to Amazon Unplugged on Amazon Music, Spotify, or your preferred platform for the full episode. Know more about available job openings here: ➡️ https://amazon.jobs/content/en/our-workplace/working-at-amazon?cmpid=SP_YTIS201470B

"A career is a marathon, it's not a sprint, you need to be patient, and you need to build that muscle and experience.” Join Zeba Khan, Director of Beauty, Personal Care & Luxury Beauty, Amazon India, in the sixth episode of the Amazon Unplugged podcast hosted by Rajeev Sharma, Director, Talent Acquisition, Amazon, where she talks about her extensive experience in commercial leadership, reflecting on her career journey from consumer-packaged goods (CPG) sales to leading Amazon's transformative efforts in the beauty industry in India. Discover the challenges and opportunities in this rapidly evolving market, as Zeba emphasizes Amazon's unwavering commitment to transparency and building customer trust. She also delves into Amazon's innovative strategies, including virtual try-ons and engaging live shopping events, designed to elevate the customer shopping experience and democratize access to luxury beauty products across India. Don't miss out on this captivating discussion about the future of beauty retail and how Amazon is reshaping the industry landscape. Know more about available job openings here: ➡️ https://amazon.jobs/en/?&cmpid=AS_YTIS200165B