Area Manager 2026 DE, MD (Recent and Upcoming Graduates)

Area Manager

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.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $70,000 / year in our lowest geographic market up to $78,000 / 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. Amazon is a total compensation company. 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. For more information, please visit employee benefits .

This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

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
• 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)

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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 accommodations for more information.