Area Manager, Early Career (2027) – PA, DE
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. 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.
As an Area Manager, you will engage, lead, and develop a team of hourly employees in a warehouse environment. Your main focus will be motivating, mentoring, and managing your team to meet goals. 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.
- Regularly 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.
- Lead a team huddle to align on goals, safety priorities, and key focus areas.
- Confirm your team is in place and ready before operations begin.
- Middle of Shift: Lead from the Floor
- Walk the floor regularly to stay connected to your team and spot issues early.
- Drive results across safety, quality, and productivity.
- Adjust staffing and resources as volume and priorities shift.
- Coach and develop team members, respond to challenges, and partner with support teams.
- Keep peers and leadership informed on shift progress and flag risks.
- End of Shift: Close Strong
- Do a final walkthrough to ensure the area is clean and organized for the next team.
- Review shift performance data and capture improvements.
- Hand off to the incoming manager with clear priorities and next steps.
- Wrap up administrative tasks to 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.
- Willing and able to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment with standing, walking, and on-the-floor conversations.
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
- Comprehensive 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.
- USA, DE, Seaford: $65,200.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually
- USA, DE, Wilmington: $65,200.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually
- USA, PA, Breinigsville: $65,200.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually
- USA, PA, Carlisle: $65,200.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually
- USA, PA, Hazle Township: $65,200.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually
- USA, PA, Imperial: $65,200.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually
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.