Area Manager 2025 - TN, KY, AR, LA, MS, AL (Recent and Upcoming Graduates)

$61,100 - $73,300/Yr

Amazon - Canton, MS

Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Canton, MS

Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers

About the position

The Area Manager position at Amazon is a full-time, entry-level role located within fulfillment centers, sort centers, delivery stations, or other operations buildings. The primary responsibility of this role is to lead and develop a team of hourly employees in a fast-paced warehouse environment, focusing on motivating, mentoring, and managing the team to achieve operational goals while ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

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
• 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)
• Willing and able to regularly work shift patterns that include nights, weekends, and/or holidays based on business needs.

Requirements

• A bachelor's or master's degree with all requirements completed between May 2023 and August 2025.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Currently enrolled in or graduated with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain, Business/Management, Engineering or another related field.

Benefits

• Medical, financial, and/or other benefits
• Relocation benefits offered to eligible candidates
• Total compensation package may include equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation.