Area Manager, Early Career (2027)

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 team huddles to align on goals, safety priorities, and key focus areas.
• Confirm team readiness before operations begin.
• Walk the floor regularly to stay connected to the team, spot issues early, and keep operations running smoothly.
• Drive results across safety, quality, and productivity.
• Adjust staffing and resources as volume and priorities shift throughout the day.
• Coach and develop team members, respond to challenges, and partner with support teams to remove roadblocks.
• Keep peers and leadership informed on shift progress and flag risks.
• Ensure the work area is clean, organized, and set up for the next team's success.
• Review shift performance data and capture what went well and what to improve.
• Hand off to the incoming manager with a clear picture of priorities, open items, and next steps.
• Wrap up any remaining administrative tasks.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Pallet jacks
• PIT equipment (at applicable facilities)

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 (Preferred).

This role requires work authorization without employer intervention.

Relocation benefits are offered at the time of offer to eligible candidates.

Benefits include Medical, financial, and/or other benefits.

Starting pay ranges from 71,400.00 USD Annually to 80,200.00 USD Annually depending on location.