Area Manager 2026 – Iowa (Recent and Upcoming Graduates)

About the role

This is a full-time, entry-level position located within one of Amazon’s fulfillment centers, sort centers, delivery stations, or other operations buildings. As an Area Manager, you will be responsible for engaging, leading, and developing your team in a warehouse environment. Your main focus will be motivating, mentoring, and managing your team to meet goals.

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)

Requirements

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree with all requirements completed between May 2024 and August 2026
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Currently enrolled in or graduated with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Business/Management, Engineering, or another related field

Benefits

Amazon provides comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits. The base salary range for this position is $65,200.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually, and your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs).

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $65,200.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually, with variations depending on location:

• USA, IA, Ankeny: $65,200.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually
• USA, IA, Bondurant: $65,200.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually
• USA, IA, Grimes: $65,200.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually
• USA, IA, Iowa City: $65,200.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually

Schedule

While shifts vary site to site, most follow a fixed 4-day work week with 3 days off. You will be willing and able to regularly work shift patterns that include nights, weekends, and/or holidays based on business needs.