Area Manager, Early Career (2027)

About the Role

Operations roles at Amazon are at the center of how products move from a click to a doorstep. You will help design, improve, and run systems that connect people, products, and places at scale. You will take ownership early, work closely with teams to solve real-world challenges, and see the direct results of your decisions as they reach customers every day. 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

• Start of Shift: Set the tone by getting a handoff from the outgoing manager, reviewing carry-overs, and leading 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.
• Middle of Shift: Lead from the floor by walking 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. 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.
• End of Shift: Close strong by doing a final walkthrough to ensure your 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

• Currently have, or are in the process of obtaining, a bachelor’s or master’s degree (all degree requirements must be met before your 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 Qualification).
• Eligible candidates must have work authorization without employer intervention.

Location Specifics

• This posting encompasses all openings in Northern California.
• Site placement is matched by aligning your location preferences with location availability after your interview.
• Relocation benefits are offered at the time of offer to eligible candidates.
• Starting Pay:
• Fresno, CA, USA: $71,400.00 USD Annually
• Newark, CA, USA: $78,500.00 USD Annually
• Rancho Cordova, CA, USA: $71,400.00 USD Annually
• Stockton, CA, USA: $71,400.00 USD Annually
• Tracy, CA, USA: $71,400.00 USD Annually
• Visalia, CA, USA: $71,400.00 USD Annually

Benefits

• Medical, financial, and/or other benefits.
• EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching (Day 1 of employment).