Area Manager, Fulfilment Centre

DESCRIPTIONAt 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 and OSHA compliance to ensure a safe work environment for all associates Proactively identify and lead process improvement initiatives and Lean tools SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES You and your team of warehouse associates are responsible for getting Amazon customers their orders You are responsible for ensuring that you have properly trained people and that their needs are addressed so they can focus on their jobs In addition one of the most important aspects of your job is to lead change at internet speedxe2x80xa6xe2x80xa6innovation has made us the global company that we are today ADDITIONAL JOB ELEMENTS Regular bending lifting stretching and reaching both below the waist and above the head Walking in the FC and around area with great frequency facilities are over a quarter mile in length Continual standing and or walking Ability to work in construction distribution environments that may be noisy unlit not air-conditioned Able to access all areas of building ascending and descending ladders stairs gangways safely and without limitation SKILLs REQUIRED 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 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 and OSHA compliance to ensure a safe work environment for all associates Proactively identify and lead process improvement initiatives and Lean tools SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES You and your team of warehouse associates are responsible for getting Amazon customers their orders You are responsible for ensuring that you have properly trained people and that their needs are addressed so they can focus on their jobs In addition one of the most important aspects of your job is to lead change at internet speedxe2x80xa6xe2x80xa6innovation has made us the global company that we are today SKILLs REQUIRED 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 equivalent or 2 years of Amazon blue badge FTE experience - Work a flexible schedule shift work area including weekends nights and or holidaysPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- 1 years of performance metrics process improvement or lean techniques experienceOur 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