Tony Hoggett, Amazon’s grocery head, resigns after nearly three years.
- Hoggett joined Amazon in 2022, previously serving key roles at Tesco.
- He aimed to transform Amazon’s grocery sector and physical retail.
- Hoggett eliminated the cashierless system, opting for smart carts instead.
- He remains positive about Amazon’s future in grocery retail.
Tony Hoggett, who has been leading Amazon’s grocery division since 2022, is stepping down as he seeks the next phase of his career. Previously, Hoggett held significant roles at Tesco, where he focused on strategy and innovation.
Upon joining Amazon as Senior Vice President of Worldwide Grocery Stores, Hoggett embarked on a mission to rejuvenate the company’s grocery operations. His strategy involved a significant shift from the existing technology-heavy approach to a more customer-centric model.
Under his leadership, Amazon’s grocery stores saw the removal of the cashierless ‘Just Walk Out’ technology. Instead, Hoggett introduced smart shopping carts, a move intended to streamline the shopping experience and enhance customer satisfaction.
In a recent LinkedIn post, Hoggett reflected on his tenure: ‘After nearly three years at Amazon, it’s time for the next step in my career. My time at Amazon has been incredible, and I’m grateful to my colleagues for their support, guidance, and friendship.’
Hoggett expressed optimism about the ongoing progress in Amazon’s grocery sector. He remains confident that his former teams will continue to drive improvements and innovation in his absence, stating, ‘I’m optimistic about the work Amazon is doing to improve the grocery shopping experience for customers.’
Tony Hoggett leaves a legacy of transformative change in Amazon’s grocery sector, with a positive outlook on its future advancements.
