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Joern Asmussen

Virginia Beach,VA

Summary

Accomplished leader with expertise in operational excellence and process optimization, having managed Amazon's largest fulfillment centers in Germany and the United States. Spearheaded multiple performance turnarounds and safety improvements. Proven track record in enhancing performance and efficiency, leveraging strong leadership and management skills to drive success in dynamic environments.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

Amazon Services LLC
Suffolk, VA
06.2024 - Current
  • Led one of largest fulfillment centers in Amazon Network, managing over 4,500 associates.
  • Boosted building performance by 18% within six months.
  • Increased building throughput by 13% through process optimization.
  • Reduced safety incidents by 62% by implementing rigorous safety protocols.

General Manager

Amazon Germany
Winsen (Luhe), Achim, Großenkneten, Germany
04.2020 - 05.2024
  • Oversaw three fulfillment centers in Germany, launching two with 2,500 to 3,600 associates.
  • Increased performance of first Robotics Center in Germany by 9% within six months.
  • Established records for fastest volume ramp, highest performance, safest operations, and best quality launches.
  • Created all shift models currently utilized in Amazon Germany fulfillment centers.
  • Coordinated activities between Amazon Fulfillment and up- and downstream networks during Peak 2022 and 2023.

Senior Operations Manager

Amazon Germany
Winsen (Luhe), Germany
08.2017 - 02.2020
  • Led all operations Departments of the first Amazon Robotics Fulfillment Center in Germany

Senior Practitioner

Performance Solutions by Milliken
Gent, Belgium
09.2014 - 07.2017
  • Served as client lead for two manufacturing sites in Germany, supporting largest automotive customer.
  • Directed consulting activities focused on manufacturing improvements across automotive, packaging, and chemical sectors.
  • Developed innovative consulting modules that enhanced operational excellence.
  • Represented company at trade fairs to attract new customers and expand market presence.

Fraktalleiter, TPM Market Manager

Nestle
Hamburg, Copenhagen, Germany, Denmark
08.2007 - 08.2014
  • Directed chocolate manufacturing operations, including maintenance and project management at Nestle’s largest facility.
  • Oversaw all manufacturing improvement initiatives across four sites in Sweden and Finland.
  • Achieved first manufacturing excellence award for Nestle Continuous Excellence program.
  • Managed cross-functional teams to enhance production efficiency and product quality.

Education

Master of Science - Manufacturing

Cranfield University
Cranfield, UK
09-2007

Diploma in Industrial Engineering (FH) - Industrial Engineering

FH Nordakademie
Elmshorn, Germany
09-2006

Skills

  • Leadership and management
  • Operational excellence
  • Process optimization
  • Scalable management models

Affiliations

Practice Triathlon

Swimming official

Languages

German
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited

Timeline

General Manager

Amazon Services LLC
06.2024 - Current

General Manager

Amazon Germany
04.2020 - 05.2024

Senior Operations Manager

Amazon Germany
08.2017 - 02.2020

Senior Practitioner

Performance Solutions by Milliken
09.2014 - 07.2017

Fraktalleiter, TPM Market Manager

Nestle
08.2007 - 08.2014

Master of Science - Manufacturing

Cranfield University

Diploma in Industrial Engineering (FH) - Industrial Engineering

FH Nordakademie

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