Takin Karampour

Results-oriented operations manager with 5+ years of experience in logistics and project managment, skilled in driving large-scale improvements through Six Sigma and Lean methodologies. Proven expertise in process optimization, cost control, and multi-site management. Known for building high-performing teams and fostering cross-functional collaboration to meet complex operational goals.

Proficient in managing high scale budgets, aligning teams with strategic objectives, and consistently achieving service excellence through data-driven, continuous improvement in high-pressure environments.

Area Manager, Amazon, Graz

March 2024 — Present

• Site Launch & Scaling: Launched and scaled Amazon’s Graz delivery station from the ground up, managing a team of over 150 employees (incl. Management). Achieved a 98% process quality rate within 3 weeks and a 20% improvement in operational efficiency through strategic workforce planning and process improvements.
• Multi-Site Operations & Compliance Leadership: Led quality assurance for the North

German region, driving a 15% improvement in regulatory compliance and reducing defect rates by 18%, ensuring adherence to corporate policies and industry standards.

• Cost Optimization & Budget Management: Oversaw a multi-million-euro operational budget, identifying opportunities that reduced operational costs by 20% while improving service levels. Led labor optimization strategies, saving $300,000 annually and reducing overtime by 20%.
• Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement: Implemented Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to improve operational efficiency by 25%. Achieved a 10% improvement in on-time performance by streamlining workflows and driving a data-driven culture of accountability.
• Cross-Functional Strategy & Leadership: Collaborated with senior leaders across departments, aligning on strategic goals that reduced project turnaround time by 15%,

enhancing productivity and cross-departmental communication.

• Leadership Development: Developed and implemented a leadership training program,

resulting in a 12% promotion rate within the team, directly supporting Amazon’s talent development and succession planning objectives.

Master of Business Administration, Fachhochschule des BFI Wien

July 2022 — Present

Sales Managment, Nike Inc. Academy

July 2022 — November 2024

A Levels, Gymnasium

January 2019 — December 2020