Area Manager

Amazon.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 Managers for our Fulfillment Centers (FCs). Amazon is one of the most recognizable brand names in the world and we distribute millions of products each year to our loyal customers. Four key areas that you’ll always focus on are the safety, quality, customer experience, and productivity of your department. • Review the work forecasts and determine your productivity requirements to produce during the day to meet the overall building objectives. • 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 to ensure a safe work environment for all associates. • Proactively identify and lead process improvement initiatives and Lean tools Other requirements: • Direct management experience for employees and their performance • Experience with performance metrics and process improvement (how, when, who) • Candidates must be flexible to work weekends and/or overnight shifts regularly BASIC QUALIFICATIONS 2+ years of employee and performance management experience Bachelor's degree, or 2+ years of Amazon (blue badge/FTE) experience Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 1+ years of performance metrics, process improvement or lean techniques experience Key job responsibilities Amazon is seeking Area Managers for our Fulfillment Centers (FCs). Amazon is one of the most recognizable brand names in the world and we distribute millions of products each year to our loyal customers. Four key areas that you’ll always focus on are the safety, quality, customer experience, and productivity of your department. • Review the work forecasts and determine your productivity requirements to produce during the day to meet the overall building objectives. • 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 to ensure a safe work environment for all associates. • Proactively identify and lead process improvement initiatives and Lean tools Other requirements: • Direct management experience for employees and their performance • Experience with performance metrics and process improvement (how, when, who) • Candidates must be flexible to work weekends and/or overnight shifts regularly - 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 holidays - Can push and pull wheeled dollies loaded with products up to 100 pounds during shifts- 1+ years of performance metrics, process improvement or lean techniques experience 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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.