Rooted in strong values and a deep respect for people, Mr. Rajesh Bondre believes true leadership begins in the mind and is fulfilled through the heart.
Mr. Rajesh is currently serving as a CFO for International Expansions and Exports at Amazon. He has spent over nine years at Amazon, holding key leadership roles across North American operations and cross-border finance. Moreover, Mr. Rajesh brings over three decades of experience across five countries, with a deep understanding of global finance leadership shaped by both manufacturing and e-commerce ecosystems.
His professional journey began at General Motors India in 1995 and progressed through strategic assignments in the United States, China, Egypt, and Korea, including serving as CFO for GM Egypt and North Africa, where he played a key role during the company’s rebuilding phase.
Recognised as one of the Leading Global Leaders from India 2025, Mr. Rajesh Bondre believes growing up in a diverse environment creates comfort with complexity, strengthening his ability to collaborate across cultures and lead decisively in uncertain environments.
In an exclusive interview with Corporate TrendZ, Mr. Rajesh Bondre shared:
“I have developed core principles that anchor my leadership across transitions and industries. I rely on strong mechanisms that bring clarity, especially in ambiguous situations. A data-led mindset ensures decisions address root causes rather than symptoms. I follow the 80:20 principle, making judgement calls when information is incomplete. I balance long-term strategy with disciplined execution, moving quickly where appropriate and slowing down when risks require deeper assessment.”
