AmazonArea Manager II - Rancho Cordova, CA
Amazon is hiring an Area Manager II - Rancho Cordova, CA. It pays $73k-$91k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on Amazon.
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- The posting mentions Sierra, team leadership and operations management among its tools and skills.
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- Posted within the past week.
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Lead a frontline operations team at Amazon's Rancho Cordova site to ensure safe and timely order fulfillment.
As an Area Manager at our Rancho Cordova, CA site, you own a shift and a team — you'll directly shape how customer orders move safely, accurately, and on time. This isn't a desk job; it's a leadership proving ground where your decisions have same-day impact and your team looks to you to set the tone.
Our Operations network delivers for Amazon customers every day across three major workflows: First Mile (where product is housed and ready for order), Middle Mile (where the order is hauled to your area), and Last Mile (when the product is delivered to the customer's door). All workflows have slight building variations, but one thing is constant: our dedication to the customer.
What you'll gain
You'll run a shift in a fast-paced, high-volume Operations environment — hands-on leadership experience you can't get just anywhere. You'll lead people, drive process improvement, and build operational expertise that's valued across the industry. Expect to sharpen your skills in people leadership, data-driven decision-making, safety and quality management, and continuous improvement — the foundation for a long-term career in Operations.
Why Rancho Cordova, CA?
Rancho Cordova puts you in the Greater Sacramento area — a growing, affordable region with real quality of life. You'll have easy access to Highway 50 and I-80, downtown Sacramento just minutes away, and the Sierra foothills, Lake Tahoe, and Napa wine country all within reach for weekend getaways. Expect sunshine most of the year, access to parks and the American River trails, strong schools, and far more space for your money than the Bay Area. A great fit for families and anyone who wants outdoor adventure close to home.
What you'll do
- Support, mentor, and motivate your hourly team — your leadership is the difference-maker
- Own safety, quality, productivity, and customer delivery promises for your area
- Partner with Safety, Engineering, Loss Prevention, Quality Assurance, and Human Resources to hit business goals
- Drive continuous improvement and solve problems in real time on the floor
Key job responsibilities
* Support, mentor, and motivate your hourly workforce
* Manage safety, quality, productivity, and customer delivery promises
* Collaborate with all support teams including Safety, Engineering, Loss Prevention, Quality Assurance, Human Resources to develop plans to meet business objectives
* Lift up to 49 pounds and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach
* Stand/walk for up to 12 hours during shifts
* Work in an environment where the noise level varies and can be loud
* Work in an environment that is subject to variable temperatures and weather (delivery stations include outside loading departments)
* Continuously climb and descend stairs (applies to sites with stairs)
Our fulfillment network launches new Operations sites every year, providing various opportunities for your professional growth. We hire Area Managers based on location preference and the business’ current openings.
Basic qualifications
- 2+ years of employee and performance management experience
- Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays
- A Bachelor's degree or International Equivalent, OR 2+ years of Amazon (blue badge/FTE) experience, OR 6+ years of Military Experience
Preferred qualifications
- 1+ years of performance metrics, process improvement or lean techniques experience
- Experience managing a team of 20+ employees
- Experience with process improvements (Lean process, Kaizen, and/or Six Sigma)
- Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain/Logistics, or a related field.
- Industry experience in: retail, F&B, military, manufacturing, automotive, biotech, electronics, energy, instrumentation, machinery, defense/aerospace, medical, cosmetics, production or distribution environments.
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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, 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 https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, CA, RANCHO CORDOVA - 72,500.00 - 90,900.00 USD annually
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