Area Manager 2026 – KY, VA (Recent and Upcoming Graduates) (Fulfillment & Operations)

Amazon; Hebron Estates (KY); On-site; USD 65,200 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Financial benefits

Other benefits

Job summary

Amazon is hiring Area Managers for KY, VA facilities. This full-time, on-site role leads a team of hourly associates, with extensive training and development provided to become a strong people leader.

Expect shifts up to 12 hours, including nights and weekends, with safety and performance as top priorities. Qualified candidates hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree completed by Aug 2026, with strong communication and customer service skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree completed between May 2024 and August 2026.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Currently enrolled in or graduated with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Business/Management, Engineering or another related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead, 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.
• Regularly work night, weekend, and/or holiday shifts based on business needs.
• Oversee truck deliveries, handle and sort packages, and operate pallet jacks.
• Lift up to 49 pounds and climb stairs as applicable.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in related field

Job description

Area Manager 2026 – KY, VA (Recent and Upcoming Graduates)

Job ID: 3048894 | Amazon.com Services LLC

This is not a corporate, remote or office-based position. This is a full-time, entry level position located within one of Amazon’s fulfillment centers, sort centers, delivery stations or other operations buildings. Amazon is seeking customer focused individuals to lead a team of hourly employees across our Operations network! Our warehouses are fast‑paced environments where standing, walking, and having on‑the‑production floor conversations are common as a supply chain leader.

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. Amazon provides extensive training and development to become an exceptional people leader. As a people manager, you will ensure that your team has all the tools needed to succeed and maintain the highest levels of safety, quality, attendance and performance at work.

Benefits: Medical, financial, and/or other benefits (www.amazon.jobs/en/benefits).

Please note we are not able to provide sponsorship now or in the future for these positions. Eligible candidates must have work authorization without employer intervention to be considered.

Site placement is matched by aligning your location preferences with location availability after your interview. Relocation benefits are offered at time of offer to eligible candidates.

Key Job 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. While shifts vary site to site, 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)

Basic Qualifications

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree with all requirements completed between May 2024 and August 2026. (You must have all degree requirements met before your first day).

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.

Amazon is a total compensation company. The base pay for this position ranges from $65,200/year in our lowest geographic market up to $85,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign‑on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

This position will remain posted until filled.