Sam Bankole brings nearly two decades of leadership experience in warehouse operations, staffing, and human resources—most notably from executive roles at Amazon and Target. With a proven track record leading operations in some of the most complex fulfillment and distribution environments in the U.S., Sam’s industry knowledge positions Thrive Core as a specialized partner for businesses seeking mid-to-senior level talent in warehouse, fulfillment, and distribution center operations.

Throughout his career, Sam has built a strong track record of developing operations leaders and delivering impactful staffing strategies across complex distribution environments. While leading large-scale initiatives, he played a central role in supporting the annual hiring of over 1.5 million associates, helping organizations meet critical labor demands. His efforts also focused on improving the candidate experience, which led to stronger retention and more consistent performance across warehouse and fulfillment networks.

What sets Sam apart is his ability to translate operational challenges into people-driven solutions—supporting candidates through confidential, career-defining moves and enabling client partners to meet long-term growth objectives with the right leadership in place.

At Thrive Core, Sam leads every search with a commitment to results that deliver, impact that lasts, and growth that never stops.