Area Manager 2026 – AL, AR, GA, LA, MS (Recent and Upcoming Graduates)

Job ID: 3048863 | Amazon.com Services LLC

This is not a corporate, remote or office-based position. It is a full‑time, entry‑level role located within one of Amazon’s fulfillment centers, sort centers, delivery stations or other operational buildings. Amazon seeks customer‑focused individuals to lead a team of hourly associates across our Operations network. The warehouse environment is fast paced, requiring standing, walking, and on‑floor communication.

As an Area Manager, you will engage, lead, and develop your team in a warehouse setting. Your main focus will be motivating, mentoring, and managing team members to achieve goals. Amazon provides extensive training and development for people leaders. You will ensure that your team has the tools needed for safety, quality, attendance, and performance insights.

Benefits

Medical, financial, and other benefits are available. Visit for details.

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This posting covers all openings in the listed states. Site placement is matched to your location preferences and availability after your interview. Relocation benefits are offered at the time of offer to eligible candidates.

Key job responsibilities

• Support, mentor, and motivate 50‑100 direct reports (Amazon associates)
• Work independently and operate in an autonomous environment
• Stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours
• Work shift patterns that include nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. Most shifts follow a fixed 4‑day work week with 3 days off.
• Oversee truck deliveries, handling, and sorting of packages using pallet jacks; operate PIT equipment (where applicable) and assist as needed.
• Work in an environment with varying noise levels
• Lift up to 49 pounds and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach
• Climb and descend stairs (when applicable)

Basic Qualifications

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree with all requirements completed between May 2024 and August 2026 (you must have all degree requirements met before your first day).

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.

Base Salary

• USA, AL, Birmingham – $65,200.00‑$75,000.00 annually
• USA, AL, Tanner – $65,200.00‑$75,000.00 annually
• USA, GA, Appling – $65,200.00‑$75,000.00 annually
• USA, GA, Pooler – $65,200.00‑$75,000.00 annually
• USA, LA, Baton Rouge – $65,200.00‑$75,000.00 annually
• USA, LA, Shreveport – $65,200.00‑$75,000.00 annually
• USA, MS, Canton – $65,200.00‑$75,000.00 annually
• USA, MS, Horn Lake – $65,200.00‑$75,000.00 annually
• USA, MS, Jackson – $65,200.00‑$75,000.00 annually

The base salary range for this position is listed above. Your Amazon package will include sign‑on payments, restricted stock units (RSUs), and may be adjusted based on experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, basic life & AD&D coverage; optional supplemental life plans), employee assistance program (EAP), mental health support, medical advice line, flexible spending accounts, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement coverage, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at

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