Area Manager 2026 – NJ, NY (Recent and Upcoming Graduates)

This is not a corporate remote or office-based position. This is a full-time entry level position located within one of Amazons 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.

Benefits: Medical financial and/or other benefits ( to find more information on each of our building types.

Please note we are not able to provide sponsorship now or in the future for these positions. Eligible candidates must have work authorization without employer intervention to be considered.

This posting encompasses all openings in the state(s) listed in title. Site placement is matched by aligning your location preferences with location availability after your interview. Relocation benefits are offered at time of offer to eligible candidates.

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. While shifts vary site to site most follow a fixed 4-day work week with 3 days off.
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)

A bachelors or masters degree with all requirements completed between May 2024 and August 2026. (You must have all degree requirements met before your first day).

Strong communication skills both verbal and written
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
Currently enrolled in or graduated with a Bachelors or Masters degree in Supply Chain Business/Management Engineering or another related field.

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 for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $65200/year in our lowest geographic market up to $85000/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 This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.