Area Manager, Early Career (2027), Texas

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.
• Willing and able to 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).

A Day in the Life

• Get a handoff from the outgoing manager and review what's carrying over.
• Lead a team huddle to align on goals, safety priorities, and key focus areas.
• Confirm your team is in place and ready to go before operations begin.
• Walk the floor regularly to stay connected to your team, spot issues early, and keep things running smoothly.
• Drive results across safety, quality, and productivity — balancing all three in real time.
• Adjust staffing and resources as volume and priorities shift throughout the day.
• Coach and develop your team members, respond to challenges, and partner with support teams to remove roadblocks.
• Keep peers and leadership informed on shift performance and flag risks.
• Do a final walkthrough to make sure your area is clean, organized, and set up for the next team's success.
• Review your shift's 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

• Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining a bachelor’s or master’s degree. (Degree requirements must be met before the first day).
• Ability to stand/walk for shifts up to 12 hours.
• Ability to regularly work shift patterns including nights, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Ability to lift up to 49 pounds and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach.
• Ability to climb and descend stairs (when applicable).
• Noise level varies in the work environment.

Qualifications

• 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.

Note: This role requires work authorization without employer intervention. Site placement is matched by aligning location preferences with availability after the interview. Relocation benefits are offered at the time of offer to eligible candidates.