Amazon
Area Manager, Early Career - (2027) - Illinois
$71K
Champaign, IL +9 · Manager · Full-time · Posted Sep 15, 2026
- Location
- Champaign, IL
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Monee, IL - Education
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree; all degree requirements must be met before the first day.
- Visa sponsorship
- No sponsorship is available now or in the future. Candidates must have work authorization without employer intervention.
About the job
Leads and develops a team of hourly employees at an Amazon operations facility, managing shift safety, quality, attendance, and performance.
What you'll do
- Support, mentor, and motivate 50–100 direct-report Amazon Associates.
- Adjust staffing, coach team members, and coordinate with support teams to meet operational goals.
- Oversee deliveries and package handling, and review shift performance and handoffs.
What they ask for
- Currently has or is in the process of obtaining a bachelor’s or master’s degree; all degree requirements must be met before the first day.
Nice to have
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s program in Supply Chain, Business/Management, Engineering, or another related field.
Pay
71,400.00 USD Annually (starting pay; base salary)
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