Area Manager-fc Operations, Outbound Operations

DESCRIPTIONAmazon com Inc is a US-based multinational electronic commerce company headquartered in Seattle Washington Jeff Bezos founded Amazon com Inc in 1994 and launched it online in 1995 Amazon com started as an online bookstore but soon diversified selling DVDs CDs MP3 downloads computer software video games electronics apparel furniture food and toys At Amazon we re working to be the most customer-centric company on earth To get there we need exceptionally talented bright and driven people Amazon is seeking Area Manager for our Fulfillment Center FC for Outbound Operations Amazon is one of the most recognizable brand names in the world and we distribute millions of products each year to our loyal customers Five key areas that you ll always focus on are the productivity safety quality customer experience and continuous improvement of your department Key job responsibilities Area Managers are responsible for all people development and operations objectives for one functional area of our Fulfillment Center Inbound or Outbound Additional responsibilities include managing and leading a team of Associates Process Assistants coaching and mentoring the team to ensure performance objectives are met Building positive employee relations and leadership pipeline within the FC Drives creation of staffing plans schedules quality and process change initiatives and Change Six Sigma initiatives to enable their Functional Area and the FC to meet and exceed Business Plan Sets clarifies requirements and expectations for Process Assistants Measures performance provides feedback and holds associates and Process Assistants accountable for their performance and their functions Leverages people by sourcing and nurturing ideas and rolling them into the creation of improvement plans for the functional area Takes proactive steps to ensure that best practices are shared across all departments shifts and among the network Works closely with support staff HR Manager Financial Manager Facilities Manager S LP Manager RME and Other Ops Managers IT Manager to build and secure support and resources for projects and initiatives in their area Provides support and resources for other staff initiatives Able to address operational and personnel issues affecting functional area A day in the life Works on key business aspects of safety quality customer experience and productivity of their department Review the work forecasts and determine your productivity requirements to produce during the day to meet the overall building objectives Follow FC leadership routine and partner with other Area Managers to balance labor ensuring that you are operating a balanced and efficient shift while meeting all of your goals Support all safety programs and compliance to ensure a safe work environment for all associates Proactively identify and lead process improvement initiatives and Lean tools BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 2 years of employee and performance management experience - Bachelor s degree or equivalent or 2 years of Amazon blue badge FTE experience - Work a flexible schedule shift work area including weekends nights and or holidaysPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Knowledge of Microsoft Excel at an advanced level including pivot tables macros index match vlookup VBA data links etc 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