Area Manager, Early Career — 4-Day Week Ops Leader

Amazon Inc.; Smithfield (NC); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Financial benefits

Job summary

Amazon Area Manager, Early Career (2027) is a full‑time role within a fulfillment site in NC or SC. You will lead and develop a team of hourly associates, mentor staff, and ensure safety, quality, and productivity on the warehouse floor.

The position emphasizes hands‑on leadership and rapid problem solving to meet daily customer expectations. Candidates should be enrolled in or possess a Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in related fields.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in progress or completed.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's program for Supply Chain, Business/Management, Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Support, mentor and motivate 50-100 direct report Amazon Associates.
• Work independently in an autonomous environment.
• Stand/walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours.
• Shift patterns including nights, weekends, and/or holidays; typical 4-day work week.
• Oversee truck deliveries, handle and sort packages using pallet jacks and PIT equipment.
• Walk the floor to stay connected with the team and drive safety, quality, and productivity.
• Coach and develop team members and remove roadblocks.
• Handover to incoming manager with priorities and next steps.
• Direct impact on customer orders as leadership actions are executed.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (in progress or completed)

Job description

Amazon Area Manager, Early Career (2027) is a full‑time role within a fulfillment site in NC or SC. You will lead and develop a team of hourly associates, mentor staff, and ensure safety, quality, and productivity on the warehouse floor.

The position emphasizes hands‑on leadership and rapid problem solving to meet daily customer expectations. Candidates should be enrolled in or possess a Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in related fields.