Area Manager, Early Career - (2027) - Michigan

About the role

Operations roles at Amazon put you at the center of how things move from a click to a doorstep. You'll help design, improve, and run systems that connect people, products, and places, at scale. As an Area Manager, you'll 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 role is not corporate, remote, or office-based. It is a hands-on position in a fast-paced warehouse environment where standing, walking, and on-the-production-floor conversations are common. Amazon provides extensive training and development to become an exceptional people leader.

Responsibilities

• Support, mentor, and motivate 50-100 direct report Amazon Associates.
• Work independently and operate in an autonomous environment.
• Stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours.
• Work shift patterns that include nights, weekends, and/or holidays based on business needs (most follow a fixed 4-day work week with 3 days off).
• 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

• Get a handoff from the outgoing manager and review what's carrying over so nothing falls through the cracks.
• Lead a team huddle to align on goals, safety priorities, and key focus areas.
• Confirm your team is in place, positioned for success, and ready to go before operations begin.

Middle of Shift: Lead from the Floor

• 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 how the shift is tracking and flag risks before they become problems.

End of Shift: Close Strong

• Do a final walkthrough to ensure 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 so you leave the shift with a clean slate.

Requirements

• Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining, a bachelor’s or master’s degree (all degree requirements must be met before your first day).
• Must have work authorization without employer intervention.
• Willingness to work in a warehouse environment with physical demands including standing, walking, lifting, bending, and operating equipment.

Preferred 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.

Benefits

Amazon offers comprehensive benefits, including:

• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D, and optional supplemental life plans).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and mental health support.
• Medical Advice Line and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement coverage.
• 401(k) matching.
• Paid time off and parental leave.
• Sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs).

Learn more about our benefits at amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $65,200.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually, depending on location. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and location.

Locations in Michigan include: Bad Axe, Caledonia, Detroit, Grand Rapids, Lansing, Livonia, Pontiac, Saginaw, and Wixom.

Schedule

• Shifts last up to 12 hours and may include nights, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Most sites follow a fixed 4-day work week with 3 days off.