Area Manager, Early Career (2027), WA, OR

About the Role

This is a full-time, early career position located within one of Amazon’s fulfillment centers, sort centers, delivery stations or other operations buildings. This is not a corporate, remote or office-based position.

Key Responsibilities

• Support, mentor, and motivate 50-100 direct report Amazon Associates.
• Work independently and operate in an autonomous environment.
• Stand/walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours.
• Regularly work shift patterns that include nights, weekends, and/or holidays based on business needs.
• Oversee truck deliveries, handle and sort packages using pallet jacks, operate PIT equipment (at applicable facilities), and step in as needed.
• Work in an environment where the noise level varies.
• Lift up to 49 pounds and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach.
• Climb and descend stairs (when applicable).
• Lead a team huddle to align on goals, safety priorities, and key focus areas.
• Drive results across safety, quality, and productivity.
• Adjust staffing and resources as volume and priorities shift.
• Coach and develop team members, respond to challenges, and partner with support teams to remove roadblocks.
• Communicate shift performance to peers and leadership.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Must have work authorization without employer intervention.
• Willing and able to regularly work shift patterns that include nights, weekends, and/or holidays based on business needs.
• Most shifts follow a fixed 4-day work week with 3 days off.

Qualifications

• Currently have, or be in the process of obtaining, a bachelor’s or master’s degree. (All degree requirements must be met before the first day).
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's program for Supply Chain, Business/Management, Engineering, or another related field.