Position: Area Manager II – Kansas City, KS
About: Amazon, a global e-commerce and technology company, is seeking highly motivated and customer-focused individuals to join their Operations network as an Area Manager. In this role, you will lead a team of hourly workers, ensuring safety, quality, and performance standards are met to fulfill customer orders promptly and efficiently. The Operations workflow comprises the first mile, middle mile, and last mile processes, all aimed at maintaining high customer satisfaction. Amazon offers diverse opportunities for professional growth with new Operations sites launching annually.
Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; 2+ years of Amazon (blue badge/FTE) experience; 1+ years of employee and performance management experience; flexibility to work weekends, nights, and holidays; experience in process improvement or lean techniques; ability to lift up to 49 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks; strong communication and interpersonal skills; Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain/Logistics, or related field; experience in managing teams and implementing process improvements; industry experience in various sectors like retail, F&B, manufacturing, healthcare, etc.
Benefits: health insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, flexible work schedule, professional growth opportunities, inclusive workplace culture