Jeffrey Wilke served as Amazon.com’s Chief Consumer Officer worldwide. Mr. Wilkie served as Senior Vice President of Consumer Business from February 2012 to April 2016, as Senior Vice President of Retail North America from January 2007 to February 2012, and as Senior Vice President of Worldwide Operations from January 2002 to December 2006. Jeff Wilke joined Amazon.com as vice president and general manager of operations in September 1999. He left AlliedSignal (now Honeywell), where he was vice president and general manager of pharmaceutical fine chemicals. Jeff spent the previous six years in various operational and general management positions in the chemical, polymer and electronics industries. Jeff completed his graduate studies (MBA and MS in Chemical Engineering) in MIT’s Global Operations Leaders program (formerly Manufacturing Leaders), where he focused on total quality and process improvement methods. He began his working career writing software and leading software development at Andersen Consulting (now Accenture). He also holds a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering (Summa Cum Laude) from Princeton University. He is also an angel investor. He is also a member of the board of directors of Code.org.

Jeffrey Wilke

Chairman at Re:Build Manufacturin

Jeffrey Wilke is a distinguished business leader and technology executive with over two decades of experience in retail, e-commerce, and manufacturing. As one of Amazon’s most influential executives, he played a pivotal role in building the company’s consumer business and operational excellence. His expertise spans across software development, chemical engineering, and manufacturing operations, complemented by a strong academic background from prestigious institutions. Currently, he focuses on rebuilding American manufacturing capabilities while actively investing in innovative technology startups.

Professional Experience

Co-Founder & Chairman

Re:Build Manufacturing (2021 – Present)

• Leading initiative to revitalize American manufacturing through advanced technology integration
• Developing strategic partnerships to enhance manufacturing capabilities
• Building a network of facilities focused on cutting-edge manufacturing processes
• Implementing operational excellence methodologies across multiple facilities

Chief Executive Officer, Worldwide Consumer

Amazon.com (2016 – 2021)

• Led Amazon’s global consumer business, including marketplace, retail, and operations
• Oversaw expansion of Prime membership program and customer-centric initiatives
• Managed worldwide operations and logistics network
• Directed strategic planning and execution for retail businesses

Senior Vice President, Consumer Business

Amazon.com (2012 – 2016)

• Managed North American retail operations and customer experience
• Developed and implemented strategic initiatives for consumer business growth
• Led integration of new acquisitions and business units
• Expanded product categories and service offerings

Senior Vice President, North American Retail

Amazon.com (2007 – 2012)

• Directed retail operations across North America
• Established operational excellence standards
• Led expansion into new product categories
• Developed customer service innovations

Senior Vice President, Worldwide Operations

Amazon.com (2002 – 2006)

• Built global operations infrastructure
• Implemented supply chain optimization strategies
• Developed fulfillment center network
• Created operational metrics and performance standards

Vice President and General Manager, Operations

Amazon.com (1999 – 2002)

• Established operational foundations for rapid growth
• Implemented process improvement methodologies
• Built initial fulfillment center network
• Developed inventory management systems

Vice President and General Manager, Pharmaceutical Fine Chemicals

AlliedSignal (now Honeywell) (1993 – 1999)

• Led pharmaceutical chemicals division
• Managed manufacturing operations
• Implemented quality control systems
• Directed process improvement initiatives

Notable Investments

Basis (New York)

• Business/Productivity Software
• Early Stage VC (December 2024)
• Status: Generating Revenue

Arcade (San Francisco)

• Business/Productivity Software
• Investment Date: September 2024
• Status: Product In Beta Test

Bowery

• Cultivation
• Investment Date: February 2024
• Status: Out of Business

Cobot (Hardware)

• Other Hardware
• Investment Date: July 2023
• Status: Generating Revenue

AERA Health

• Healthcare Technology Systems
• Investment Date: March 2023
• Status: Generating Revenue

Samaya

• Business/Productivity Software
• Investment Date: March 2023
• Status: Generating Revenue

Fulfilld

• Business/Productivity Software
• Investment Date: November 2022
• Status: Generating Revenue

Oye

• Services (B2C Non-Financial)
• Investment Date: September 2022
• Status: Generating Revenue

Kona

• Business/Productivity Software
• Seed Round (July 2022)
• Status: Generating Revenue

Homebound

• Real Estate Services (B2C)
• Later Stage VC (March 2022)
• Status: Generating Revenue

Education

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

• MBA
• MS in Chemical Engineering
• Focus: Leaders for Global Operations Program

Princeton University

• BSE in Chemical Engineering
• Summa Cum Laude

Board Positions

• Board Member at Code.org
• Chairman at Re:Build Manufacturing

Contact Information

Investment Focus: Early-stage technology and manufacturing companies 

Location: United States