Area Manager, Early Career — Lead Fast-Paced Ops

Amazon Inc.; New Jersey; On-site; USD 71,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Area Manager, Early Career (2027) in NY/NJ is a full-time, on-site role within fulfillment or operations buildings. You will lead a team of hourly associates, coach for safety, quality, and productivity, and manage shift-start, on-floor leadership, and end-of-shift handoffs.

The program emphasizes rapid development and real-world impact on customer delivery. Starting pay information is listed by location; relocation benefits are offered and sponsorship is not provided.

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.

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, 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).
• End-of-shift tasks to ensure a clean and ready handoff for the next shift.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Excellent customer service

Education

Bachelor's program in Supply Chain/Business/Engineering or related

Job description

Amazon Area Manager, Early Career (2027) in NY/NJ is a full-time, on-site role within fulfillment or operations buildings. You will lead a team of hourly associates, coach for safety, quality, and productivity, and manage shift-start, on-floor leadership, and end-of-shift handoffs.

The program emphasizes rapid development and real-world impact on customer delivery. Starting pay information is listed by location; relocation benefits are offered and sponsorship is not provided.