Warehouse Area Lead — 4-Day Week, Team Mentor

Amazon Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 64,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Relocation benefits

Career development

Job summary

Amazon Inc. is seeking an entry-level Area Manager to lead a team of hourly associates in an Amazon fulfillment center or similar facility.

The role emphasizes people leadership, safety, and performance, with extensive training provided to develop strong management capabilities on the warehouse floor. Responsibilities include mentoring, motivating and engaging staff, coordinating shift work (nights/weekends/holidays), and ensuring safety and quality standards across operations.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.

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)

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Business/Management, Engineering or related field

Job description

Amazon Inc. is seeking an entry-level Area Manager to lead a team of hourly associates in an Amazon fulfillment center or similar facility.

The role emphasizes people leadership, safety, and performance, with extensive training provided to develop strong management capabilities on the warehouse floor. Responsibilities include mentoring, motivating and engaging staff, coordinating shift work (nights/weekends/holidays), and ensuring safety and quality standards across operations.