Area Manager, Early Career - (2027) - Michigan

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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. Here, the impact of what you build isn't abstract, it's visible, immediate, and meaningful - keeping one of the world's most complex operations moving forward. This is where your journey takes shape through action, responsibility, and the opportunity to grow in many directions.

This is not a corporate, remote or office-based position. This is a full-time, early career 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.

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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.

This posting encompasses all openings in the country. 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.

Benefits: Medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Visit this page to learn more about the benefits Amazon offers.


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).


A day in the life
As an Area Manager, no two days look exactly the same, but every shift gives you the chance to lead a team, solve real problems, and directly impact how millions of customers receive their orders.
Start of Shift: Set the Tone
  • Get a handoff from the outgoing manager and review what's carrying over so nothing falls through the cracks.
  • Lead a team huddle to kick off the shift. Huddles are used to align on goals, safety priorities, and key focus areas.
  • Confirm your team is in place, positioned for success, and ready to go before operations begin.
Middle of Shift: Lead from the Floor
  • Walk the floor regularly to stay connected to your team, spot issues early, and keep things running smoothly.
  • Drive results across safety, quality, and productivity — balancing all three in real time.
  • Adjust staffing and resources as volume and priorities shift throughout the day.
  • Coach and develop your team members, respond to challenges as they come up, and partner with support teams to remove roadblocks.
  • Keep peers and leadership informed on how the shift is tracking and flag risks before they become problems.
End of Shift: Close Strong
  • Do a final walkthrough to make sure your area is clean, organized, and set up for the next team's success.
  • Review your shift's performance data and capture what went well and what to improve
  • Hand off to the incoming manager with a clear picture of priorities, open items, and next steps.
  • Wrap up any remaining administrative tasks so you leave the shift with a clean slate.
  • Every shift, you'll see the direct results of your leadership: from the energy of your team to the packages that reach customers' doorsteps. This is where your decisions have real, visible impact.


BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

  • Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining a bachelor’s or master’s degree. (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 a Bachelor's program for Supply Chain, Business/Management, Engineering or another related field.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.


The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at


USA, MI, BAD AXE - 65,200.00 - 75,000.00 USD annually
USA, MI, Caledonia - 65,200.00 - 75,000.00 USD annually
USA, MI, Detroit - 65,200.00 - 75,000.00 USD annually
USA, MI, Grand Rapids - 65,200.00 - 75,000.00 USD annually
USA, MI, Lansing - 65,200.00 - 75,000.00 USD annually
USA, MI, Livonia - 65,200.00 - 75,000.00 USD annually
USA, MI, Pontiac - 65,200.00 - 75,000.00 USD annually
USA, MI, Saginaw - 65,200.00 - 75,000.00 USD annually
USA, MI, Wixom - 65,200.00 - 75,000.00 USD annually

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