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Be part of something extraordinary from day one.\nWhat You'll Do\nOwn the operation - Take full accountability for budgetary performance, people development, and operational excellence across your functional area (Inbound or Outbound).\nLead and develop leaders - Manage, coach, and mentor a team of Operations and Area Managers, setting clear expectations and holding them accountable while building the next generation of Amazon leaders.\nDrive continuous improvement - Champion Lean initiatives, process innovations, and quality programs that push your team and the FC to exceed business goals.\nDeliver a world-class customer experience - Ensure safety, quality, and performance standards are met or exceeded every single day.\nCollaborate cross-functionally - Partner with HR, Finance, Facilities, Safety, IT, and peer leaders to secure support and resources for projects and initiatives in your area, as well as providing needed support and resources for other staff initiatives.\nCultivate ideas - Source and nurture innovative ideas from your team, translating them into actionable improvement plans that raise the bar across the functional area.\nShare best practices - Take proactive steps to ensure best practices are shared across all departments, shifts, and the broader network.\nAdditional Job Elements to this Hands-On Leadership Role\nLift and move totes up to 49 pounds each\nRegular bending, lifting, stretching and reaching both below the waist and above the head\nWalking in the FC and around area with great frequency; 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MBA preferred\nAmazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.\nOur 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.\nThe 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. 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