Samir Kumar will face stiff competition from local e-commerce and quick commerce giants with regulatory challenges

Amazon has named long-time executive Samir Kumar as the new head of its India consumer business, a month after its domestic business' head resigned. Amazon has named long-time executive Samir Kumar as the new head of its India consumer business.

Amazon.com named 25-year veteran Samir Kumar as its new India head on Wednesday, replacing Manish Tiwary who stepped down after an eight-year stint last month. Kumar, who was part of the team that launched Amazon India in 2013,

Amazon India has appointed Samir Kumar as its new head, effective October 1, 2024. A 25-year company veteran, Kumar takes over from Manish Tiwary, who is stepping down after leading the Indian business for over eight years.

E-commerce giant Amazon on Wednesday announced that Samir Kumar will take on the responsibility to lead India as its country manager, following the resignation of Manish Tiwary