Amazon Area Manager - Pros & Cons

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In today's video I go over 8 pros and cons of working as an Area Manager at Amazon.
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[@yelyzavetaperalta2637]

Thank you for your videos! I joined Amazon in Poland as an AM two weeks ago, and I am terrified at this moment, but watching you, describing your experience in such a calm way, is really helpful

[@Grant0669]

Well I am glad that it is helpful for you! I’m sure you’ll become less terrified as time goes on - I am overwhelmed as well and hope to continue becoming more competent in the role so I’m sure lots of people feel the same

[@ralphjenkins6315]

How are things going so far?

[@coonjake6]

Thanks to your videos I was able to get a grasp of the Area Manager interview process before hand! I was offered the position last week but I am still finishing up my senior year of college. Overall your videos are extremely helpful and insightful. It’s nice to see people in the comments going through the same process as I did too 😂

[@Grant0669]

That’s great to hear! Thank you for sharing. There are definitely a ton of people going through the same thing, so it’s very cool to be able to talk with you guys from all around the world

[@lesliea.8312]

Thank you so much for this information Grant! I will be starting as an L4 in April & your list of pros & cons helps me prepare for what is coming tremendously. Thanks for being so transparent about everything!!

[@Grant0669]

You are very welcome and thank you for watching! If you have any questions along the way I am here to help. Best of luck!

[@PatriotMOutlet]

I start in January and don't know what to expect as an L4

[@Grant0669]

Michael Amos just around the corner!

[@tameragarlington656]

I start April as well!

[@Grant0669]

@@tameragarlington656 just around the corner! Enjoy everything you have going on until then!

[@anndavis725]

I'm impressed by your transparency. Good motivation for any new Amazonian! New subbie.

[@Grant0669]

I love to hear it! Thank you for watching :)

[@pippylapew]

I got a job offer for a area manager position at Fort Worth! I was supposed to start Jan 11th 2021 but it got pushed back to April 5th. I have been excited and been watching your videos sense I have been in the interview process. I enjoy the insights you offer and the experiences you have to discuss. It sucks my start date got pushed back but I’m still super excited to get the ball rolling.

[@mirek141289]

Hi @Tyler Pippin, my start date got pushed back too. Originally, I was supposed to start on Jan 4th at Coppell FC. I'm in a bad situation since I have just signed the lease agreement :( Anyways, nice meeting you, Tyler! Can't wait to be officially an Amazonian 😁

[@pippylapew]

@@mirek141289 yes I’m actually in the same situation but I’m blessed to at least be some what prepared

[@Grant0669]

That is a major bummer that your start date got pushed back, but at least you still have the opportunity. And course, I enjoy doing it!

[@briyanalauderdale5690]

Thank you so much for these videos! I start in April of 2021; I’m excited, but nervous. This video helped me to gain insight on what to expect. Now, I feel a little more excited than nervous. You are awesome! Keep up the good work!

[@Grant0669]

Thank you for sharing! I’m excited for you and hope that when April comes you are ready to go

[@toriholland3354]

I have been searching YT for weeks to find a video that describes AM, thank you for this post.

[@Grant0669]

Thank you Tori - I hope it was helpful

[@ObeyTati0986]

Hey Grant! I remember when I got hired and I was soooo excited and you made that even better for me, because of your encouragement! I was relocated to Cali and I start Jan 4!

[@Grant0669]

That is so nice to hear... seriously. I hope that you enjoy these last few weeks before relocating and starting, it will be an exciting journey!

[@ZayChris92]

Hey same here, Jan 4 in Cali!

[@ObeyTati0986]

@@ZayChris92 that's GREAT!!!! hopefully, we can connect soon! I'll need some friends lol

[@ObeyTati0986]

@SamMgrdichian coooolio!! if you want to connect, my instagram is @publicintatication

[@ShoKillah]

Great insight. I interviewed for the L5 AM position in New York and received an offer the same day. I guess I’m a great interviewer lol. But your videos are great to prepare me for the role. Keep it up.

[@Grant0669]

Thank you! Congratulations - that is really great news and I am happy to hear my videos were able to help in some

[@phungpham4004]

Thank you so much, Grant. I'm preparing my application and interview for Area Manager Internship now. Your video is really motivating and brought me a clearer picture of the position. Much appreciate it. All the best~

[@matthewuhakheme3364]

Please, how can I apply for an area manager internship?

[@Grant0669]

Hopefully you have been successful in your search for an internship!

[@naturalstar93]

I just finished my interview today !! Hope I get it

[@Grant0669]

Keep me updated!

[@blaqdesertchictrucking9011]

So I was originally hired for the DFW Airport location but wanted to relocate. I spoke to my recruiter and told him I wanted to relocate to GA. So now I’ll be going to ATL (Stone Mountain) and I’ll be starting April 5th, 2021

[@Grant0669]

That's great that you will be able to go to the ATL location! Not too many months away!

[@angelobi7112]

@@Grant0669 does this apply to the area manager Internship role as well?

[@TheThomasMom]

As a new Area Manager at Amazon, I agree this was spot on! Thanks for sharing your perspective!

[@TheVintageGlamm]

Im starting in April and I’m nervous. Do your feet hurt bad at the end of the shift?

[@Grant0669]

We love Kathy!!

[@Grant0669]

@@TheVintageGlamm My feet and legs are sore by the end so getting into bed after work is such a good feeling

[@TheThomasMom]

@@TheVintageGlamm at the beginning my feet hurt a lot! Eventually you get used to all the walking, it gets better, but your feet will still hurt sometimes. I wish you the best!

[@TheThomasMom]

@@Grant0669 ❤️

[@absolutelyajah446]

I love your realistic optimism. Definitely gave me more confidence starting my new position!

[@Grant0669]

Well that is very nice to hear, best of luck with your new position!

[@theinans15]

Thank you for this! I will be starting in Oklahoma next year and the way you’re describing the job makes me so excited!

[@Grant0669]

That's exciting! Which site in Oklahoma?

[@theinans15]

I was placed in Tulsa (TUL2). I was hoping for something a little closer to home here in Texas, but I’m just happy to be working in this economy.

[@Grant0669]

@@theinans15 Tulsa will be a great place to start - I lived in Oklahoma City for a while and knew a couple people in Tulsa. They have a huge new park over there called the Gathering Place that's worth checking out.

[@theinans15]

@@Grant0669 thank you for letting me know! Your videos were some of the best during the whole interview process and now they make me look forward to the job. Thanks for the great insight.

[@Grant0669]

@@theinans15 That is so great to hear... best of luck!

[@malikbrigman6181]

Thank you! I was a little nervous about starting my new role with Amazon but this video made me excited to begin my new journey.

[@Grant0669]

Good! You should be excited!

[@theBatmanfez]

Thanks for helping ease my nerves while I was going through the hiring process!

[@Grant0669]

I am glad I was able to help!

[@HebaBubba]

I’m currently binge watching your videos haha. I start May 2021 as an area maintenance intern. I’m super excited/ nervous but your videos are extremely helpful.

[@Grant0669]

That will be a fantastic internship, take advantage of the opportunity and get to know as many people as you can - I look forward to hearing about it!

[@jonji787]

Starting the Area Manager role in a couple of weeks and I'm so nervous. This definitely helps, thank you!

[@Grant0669]

That is great to hear, and good luck! You will do great

[@alexandersummerville5003]

Best of luck👍👍👍

[@Ashli.danielle]

How long did the process take ?

[@jonji787]

@@Ashli.danielle The interview process?

[@Ashli.danielle]

@@jonji787 The entire process, from the point of the assessment to interview to offer?

[@Tanktank510]

I would say you definitely helped me a lot from start to finish and I’m proud to be a AM

[@Grant0669]

Thank you Tori I am glad that I have been able to help you in some way!

[@dannylaza1326]

Do you need experience to be an area manager or just a bachelors degree?

[@ralphjenkins6315]

How’s your journey going so far?

[@Tanktank510]

@@dannylaza1326 no I have a degree but I have worked with those without any degree nor any military background so you don’t need to have it to be in a leadership position with Amazon but you do need experience most of the time.

[@Tanktank510]

@@ralphjenkins6315 I’m loving it so far I’ve changed from area manager to program manager

[@devindixon-brewer7112]

Hello Grant, Just wanted to let you know how much you encouraged me to work for Amazon, after thinking this over I applied! Did the interview and got hired into a area manager position to start on July 2021. I don’t know what to expect but you’re making this a lot easier for me. One question I did have was how easy it to get promoted and upon starting do the pay compensate for the hours worked? Thanks again best regards!

[@Grant0669]

Devin that is so great to hear and it means a lot to me that you were able to feel encouraged through watching these videos. In terms of promotion, this seems to happen whenever you excel and master your role, and built rapport with leadership around you. It happens very quick for some people, and takes longer for others (a few months to even a couple years) It’s hard to put an exact time frame on it simply because it is different for everyone. With hours you are paid a salary and are not paid for any extra for the days/nights you work on top of your extra schedule, so just mentally prepare for having to work a little extra every now and then!

[@papi4343]

Hey! How has it been since you started working in July?

[@Imperfect_ceee]

Hey Grant thanks for sharing your insight! I’ll be relocating to the DFW area in 2022 to work as a area manager!!

[@Grant0669]

That is super exciting! Best of luck as you transition into the role and move to DFW!

[@ToxicMayem]

Just had an interview today through the Campus Next Application for Entry Level L3. Currently an L1 but I love working at Amazon.

[@Grant0669]

That is so great to hear, I hope your interview went well!

[@AnthonyChilisGMMP]

Best of luck!!! Make sure to focus on the 14 principles

[@ZachVines]

Yeah I work for a competitor but have the same things go on! I agree with the pros. My con that hits me is the fact you can be moved at random times to different shifts.

[@Grant0669]

Hi Zach - that can definitely be an inconvenience

[@ryanp9388]

Thanks for your videos! I have accepted a job as an Area Manager for Amazon in their SLC!

[@Grant0669]

You are very welcome, thank you for watching! Congratulations I am super stoked for you!

[@blackpower747]

Hey thank you for your insights! I have just accepted an offer for the area manager role in germany straight out of uni :) I am going to start next year

[@Grant0669]

Congratulations! That is very exciting, I would love to work in Germany one day

[@blackpower747]

@@Grant0669 thank you:) i think if any company can make that happen it's amazon. Logistics is worldwide :D. Keep up the good work with the videos.

[@the2pages62]

I start my internship for this role in a week. Prior to this I worked at McDonald’s so I am accustomed to the standing for 7-9 hours, but what gets me is the fact that I am standing and not walking. My feet hurt from the inactivity, and I get bored because the job is highly repetitive in the same small space. Obviously that is the nature of that job. I feel that the level of activity is similar to Amazon. I’ve never worked a job where I got to sit for any length of time, but I prefer walking. I am hoping that Amazon is a lot more exciting though, and that in a managerial role I get to engage a lot more with the work. Can you comment on the internship experience if you went through that?

[@Grant0669]

You will definitely not be standing in one spot as an intern during this role, so hopefully this will help. I did not go through an internship with Amazon, however we have an intern who recently started in our department and they spend their time learning directly from various area managers and also have to complete a higher level project. Similar to the AM role, internship experience is going to widely vary depending on the type of facility you are placed and the managers you are around

[@eashanwanza6864]

I've spoke to you on the chat before. Amazing service.

[@Grant0669]

Thank you!

[@ImmersiveDragon]

Looking for videos similar to mines, and glad I stopped by.

[@Grant0669]

Thanks for watching!

[@abhishekcastelino]

What does your day-to-day schedule look like as an AM?

[@Grant0669]

I can cover this in my next video!

[@abhishekcastelino]

@@Grant0669 awesome, i look forward to it!

[@marcellegraham3093]

Can’t wait to see this one either :)

[@andrea_dd]

If we want to be an AM, what books/materials would you recommend to read to improve our retail, management and operations knowledge for the job at Amazon? Did they give you anything to educate yourself? Thanks!

[@Grant0669]

I believe it would benefit you to educate yourself on 5S methodology since Amazon is heavily into 5S. You would be provided with a wealth of materials to use at your discretion to learn if you were to be offered the role. If anything it would be great to find books or articles on supply chain in general so you can have a general understand of what it encompasses from a larger perspective

[@will_n_candicebrooks4352]

I got hired as area Manager my start date is 3/29/21

[@Grant0669]

That is awesome, congratulations!

[@tzurtex6336]

Barley finding out that the Havoc and misconceptions and lies the AMs mixed onto us is getting reversed by the Ops managers rn.

[@AnthonyChilisGMMP]

For anyone with the drive to make money, three to four days off a week!!! Side hustle and ensure you invest in your 401k the minute you can. Anywhere from 15 to 20% is a great starting point

[@Grant0669]

Very good advice

[@antonioreyes4322]

I’m happy making 70-85k, every time I make more I put more into my retirement for tax reasons as well. I tell everyone to do this. Next thing you know your putting 70k a year in your 401k

[@Grant0669]

@@antonioreyes4322 Yeah it is the absolute best thing you can do early!

[@fjja8837]

I start tomorrow. I have orientation and then the ascend process. I have about six months experience working as a manager at a distribution center. A lot of my old employees said that Amazon is much more high tech and the schedule is a lot better then the previous company I was working for. I was able to get in with my military background. I am super excited. Is it easy to move laterally? I was hoping to eventually move into a trainer role.

[@Grant0669]

I hope the first couple days of the ascend process have been going well for you. After you work for a specified number of days you are able to apply to other roles, so this would be the earliest time you can apply for a lateral move. As far as "ease" of moving laterally, this depends on whether you possess the skills required for that role, if you are in good standing in general, and if you develop good connections with those involve with the role you would like to switch to.

[@813Nole]

This question is for Grant or anyone with AM experience. I was told that an L4 is a basic entry-level role that oversees associates, while an L5 will oversee other AMs. Can anyone shed some light on this, please? I am going in as an L5, but my recruiter told me that training for L5s lasts a few months. My significant other's brother is an L7 and said that L5s are mostly fast-tracked to an L6 position. Thanks in advance.

[@Grant0669]

L4 and L5 are both Area Managers. The L6 role (if you are an Operations Manager) is when you would be overseeing other AMs. L4 and L5 are the ones who have Associates as their direct reports

[@selamhager]

@@Grant0669 How do you know what level you are? I got an offer for the Area Manager role and it does not say the level.

[@Grant0669]

@@selamhager I had asked my recruiter!

[@JoseMunoz-zu2sr]

I’ll be working for Amazon next year as Area Manager Intern for 10 weeks. I’m really excited! If you would want to keep going up within the company, as Area Manager how can you do to achieve it?

[@Grant0669]

That is going to be a great experience, especially for an internship. Area manager is a great role to propel you to move up within the company if you stick through it, from what I have been told/see. Just like with any company (mostly) if you put in the work you’ll see the benefits and progress

[@ashleystites7291]

Yayyy! Me too!!

[@capillcurima]

What would you recommend to succeed as an area manager once starting as an intern?

[@Grant0669]

@@ashleystites7291 good luck!

[@Grant0669]

@@capillcurima I recommend that you go in with a frame of mind that accepts you will not know much at all, and to also not panic when you realize this. Stick closely with your mentor, focus on learning specific things you want to learn, take notes of things that you hear and see that you don’t understand, and get to know as many people as you can. Build your network - this is very important

[@VKGZ13]

What are the exit opportunities that you’ve heard of so far? What can you do with this experience if you ever decide to leave? Do you have any recruiters messaging you for other big companies now? I’d really like to move up as quick as possible. I don’t want to be stuck working in a warehouse forever.

[@Grant0669]

I don't have any profiles set to say I am seeking opportunities, so I am not actively searching. If your objective is to move up as quickly as possible, I would encourage you to shift your focus to excelling in your current role with the motivation and intention to move up, but only when you have mastered your role and are truly ready. In terms of where people are going, honestly those who leave Amazon go all over the place. I have only been at Amazon for a couple months and haven't closely known anyone who has left, but I have received personal messages from people who had left Amazon after anywhere from 3-12 months and some of the companies I had never heard of, and others were big names like Apple or Google. But Amazon is a big name and I am sure you would find your fit if warehouse life is not for you, which is totally understandable

[@VKGZ13]

@@Grant0669 I’ve been trying to get into analyst positions, but I haven’t had any luck. Area manager is the only position that I actually have an interview for, but I’m also “under consideration” at Bose as a business and financial analyst. I haven’t heard anything from them and it’s been like 2 1/2 weeks since I applied. It seems as though they’re offering this area manager role to everyone and anyone that has a bachelors degree, so it can’t be that respectful of a position. I have no problem taking up the role and grinding it out for a year and then moving onto a better role. It’s just the idea of working in a warehouse isn’t what I paid 40k to get an education for. Doesn’t seem like a role that you need a degree for. How difficult is the position in terms of brain power and actual difficult thinking? Seems as though it’s just another job that’s super long but simple.

[@valeriefletcher6072]

​@@VKGZ13 What a snob lol don't take the job and let someone who wants the job have it :)

[@VKGZ13]

@@valeriefletcher6072 how is that being a snob? It’s an observation and it’s true.

[@Grant0669]

Viktor Zguro these are great questions. The entry level area manager role is being offered to a lot of people because there has been a lot of growth. There’s an entire subset of people being offered the higher level role which requires experience - you won’t get it with just a college degree alone. In regards to not wanting to work in a warehouse, we work in fulfillment centers and if that’s not what you want then I’d suggest not pursuing the opportunity. A career in operations is naturally going to involve working in fulfillment centers, warehouses, machine shops, etc. For your question about the difficultly in relation to brain power and thought, when you manage 90+ people and constantly have to balance your workforce and strategize to hit demand, it does require a lot of brain power and also a significant amount of physical labor. There’s a lot of mentorship, growth and development, problem solving, and a ton of communication. The role opens the path for a lot of future positions too so if you decided a fulfillment center isn’t for you then you just wouldn’t pursue a role that would make you be in one, which is a plus

[@dodgehemi0892]

Nice, I am retiring from the military and was selected by Amazon with the Skillbridge program to work as the Area Manager in OKC.

[@Grant0669]

I know a few AMs at the OKC site and have heard great things about it. Best of luck there!

[@whatchasay7734]

Work doesn’t come home with you is the biggest Pro. 🗣Sign me up

[@Grant0669]

That is a very big pro for sure

[@Jion240]

Hey Grant! I've been watching your videos over the past few days as I am interviewing for an Area Manager Internship position tomorrow. Any last minute tips you can give me to make sure I succeed?

[@Grant0669]

My biggest tip is to make sure you have done your "homework" and practiced answering questions in the STAR format. It takes some practice to be able to do this without thinking on it too hard. I also suggest being casual, being yourself, and putting on a smile and doing your best to keep a good conversation going. Ask questions you truly want to know the answer to.

[@jkbzz]

thanks for this resource Grant. a question i have is that can someone with a masters degree start as an area manager and then earn an MBA then switch over to the operations management pathway program within Amazon.

[@themastercay2402]

Hey Grant! Thanks for the continuous content and updates on the Area Manager role. I passed my interview about 2 weeks ago, but haven’t been assigned to a facility yet or gotten the offer letter, should I be worried?

[@dmontford]

Don't be too alarmed as this is turning out to be normal. I was inclined back in mid-October and I am still waiting to be placed. My lead client recruiter keeps in regular contact with me letting me know what's going on. Basically, right now most of the AM openings have been put on hold through Amazon's peak season (holidays) so a lot of us potential new hires are probably being pushed to January/early next year to start. Their hiring will be wide open again at that time.

[@dmontford]

I also inquired about the compensation package and I was told with the way their process works, the offer can only come once you have been designated to a specific facility. I guess that makes sense as I assume our salaries come out of the local budget for accounting purposes. Anybody reading this, please share your experiences. I know the whole waiting can be very frustrating but at least we know we aren't alone in this.

[@Grant0669]

Like Darren said it does appear this is the case for new hires more frequently at this time. I would not be too worried

[@moneymaker3656]

This is the case for me. I passed the interview a month ago and was contacted by the recruiter(mid late October ). She said it could take a while before an official confirmation comes. I’ve been getting more stressed as time goes on hahahab. Are you in the USA or UK like me?

[@themastercay2402]

@@moneymaker3656 I’m here in the US my friend, and it’s definitely a nerve racking waiting game 😂

[@noahwoods5025]

I work at Amazon if anyone walks around with a laptop other than problem solve ppl just know I hate them but u seem like a cool guy

[@Grant0669]

Hahaha well thank you

[@yelloe]

Lol you probably have annoying managers. Im in PS and yeah there are some annoying managers and PAs, but there are some cool ones too. The ones who leave me alone are the best.

[@Grant0669]

@@yelloe Some people do a good job and like to be left alone as much as possible - I respect that

[@fullmorkal2231]

Why did you stop posting? Your videos are very interesting

[@naturalstar93]

Hi, I have my first interview December 1, 2020 😲 I’m nervous ! I live in Virginia . It was so hard to choose what location in the surrounding area I prefer . It had VA but it was limited , PA , MD , Delaware, etc . I was really trying to categorize it by the best location . I know some locations are not good to live .

[@Grant0669]

Having the freedom to choose is very nice, so I am sure you will end up being placed somewhere that you will like. I used to live in Philadelphia PA and a small town in MD and they were both beautiful areas

[@pillysimbani5123]

How did it go?

[@andrewg1422]

Hey Grant, love the videos! Just curious, are you trying to work long term at amazon or is this just a resume booster for you?

[@Grant0669]

Thank you! I would love to work at Amazon long term - they’re a very motivating and impressive company so definitely long term as of now

[@djdenton6153]

Bro !! I just got my offer and I’m in the same area !!! I choose it because a lot of my friends are already there and a lot of your cons if I work nights I can work around by inviting my family during certain holidays . And I defiantly wanna shift to a different role at some point , but a year of hard work with Amazon seems like it can open a lot of doors for you later

[@Grant0669]

Congratulations on the offer! You are very right with the points you raise and that is so nice for you that family is close by, I'd love to live near mine again some day haha

[@neildante5312]

This is dope can you tell us ABOJT the moving process. Did amazon help you out with grabael? I’m starting soon as an AM. Dope stuff

[@Grant0669]

For my experience moving, Amazon paired me with Graebel and my relocation was handled through them. I got contacted by the relocation agent that oversaw my move, and then shortly after was contacted by the moving company and a location agent in the area I was moving to who helped me find a place to live. There are varying types of offers and relocation plans, so it is likely that other people had different relocation experiences to mine.

[@assetoukone2736]

Hello Grant , they actually help you find an apartment and everything?

[@Grant0669]

@@assetoukone2736 The home-finding assistance depends on the relocation package you are offered - that is not standard

[@Traveler360d]

My offer is in a different state and they only paying $52,000.00. I was surprised area manager get paid this much.

[@Grant0669]

Congratulations on receiving an offer!

[@damilaremowobi717]

I accepted the AM position but I don't start till April. I have to move to Channahon IL from California.

[@Grant0669]

Nice! Chicago does not look too far away from there so that seems like a great location

[@timayjust]

Hired and a AM and start May 24

[@Grant0669]

That's coming up soon! I hope you enjoy these last few weeks leading up to then

[@timayjust]

@@Grant0669 been here 7 months and really like it so far

[@kdahell2877]

Any interview tips? I am doing my interview next week. Loved the video btw.

[@Grant0669]

I didn't see this comment until after your interview, so I hope that it went well!

[@ashaslife89]

I just got my offer for Area Manager here in Texas!!! Super excited and a little nervous. Any tips??

[@Grant0669]

That is very exciting, congratulations! I go through plenty of tips in my videos, so I just say watch a few of them and enjoy your free time between now and starting!

[@MontekChandhoke]

Hey grant, thanks for your advice! You helped me land an area manager role at amazon! I had a question about salary, does the AM base salary increase each year, with the more experience you have working for amazon?

[@Grant0669]

That's great to hear! I would imagine that just like most companies, Amazon would have a base increase in salary dependent on your performance over the year.

[@Edward_Williams]

Thanks bro

[@Grant0669]

Thanks for watching

[@jerzeywolf76]

Great video. I work IT and part time flex at Amazon, but I have been thinking of working Amazon full time. My goal is area manager but who do I approach for this path? HR?

[@Grant0669]

HR or whoever your current manager is at Amazon would be a great resource to ask questions about this to

[@sashinharilall8808]

Thank you, very insightful!

[@Grant0669]

Thank you for watching!

[@frankpalancio8471]

Did you have a logistics degree in college? If not, what was your major? I worked at Amazon in 2018 and most of the managers were both clueless and incompetent with no people skills. So I'm wondering what education level or experience level they had. I'm guessing not much

[@Grant0669]

My degree is in Industrial Engineering

[@frankpalancio8471]

@@Grant0669 if that was your degree, you are over qualified to work as a manager in a warehouse. Not surprised, because amazon never background checks their employees. They really don't put any effort into HR. Because they don't think of their workers as 'human'. I did a quick background check on my manager and found he was arrested and convicted for public intoxication and disorderly before he was hired at Amazon. .I probably knew more about him than amazon did.

[@realrareap2420]

@@frankpalancio8471 yep lol when i worked at Amazon i realized all the package handlers are slaves and the managers don’t do shit but okay around on their computer

[@lulundabirenge2311]

@@frankpalancio8471 you act like your manager’s life should be ruined simply because he was arrested for public intoxication; it’s not like he’s a murderer. Please get off your high horse

[@frankpalancio8471]

@@lulundabirenge2311 my manager was garbage. He acted like garbage in college when he was arrested, and he acts like garbage at Amazon. Why were you triggered by my message? Did you get busted for being stupid too?

[@drewskiintergalactic3042]

Why do operation managers don't introduce themselves when they start working in a new department ? I got a write up from a manager that I have never seen before . It's totally disrespectful

[@Grant0669]

I would hope that any new manager would introduce themselves to their team. If your first interaction with a new manager is them coming to you to give you a write-up then that definitely is not a positive first interaction

[@HebaBubba]

What is the difference between a Area Manager and Area Maintenance Manager?

[@Grant0669]

This would be a manager over the reliability, maintenance, and engineering team. You would be leading a team of facilities associates as opposed to production associates.

[@HebaBubba]

@@Grant0669 Thanks! I am really looking forward to being an AMM this summer! Did you relocate to your location?

[@Grant0669]

@@HebaBubba You should! I did, I relocated from Boulder, CO last October to Dallas, TX

[@erickperez4756]

For anyone that is a current AM, how close to your home did Amazon place you? Did you have to move a couple states away? I’m waiting on my offer letter rn to see where they will place me.

[@Grant0669]

My advice is simply to make your location preferences known

[@kianabear06]

I placed GA as my #1 location during the preinterview phase and after I got my preliminary offer I emailed the recruiter and let them know I’d be willing to start sooner to be placed in the Atl area. When I got my official offer letter I was placed in the Atl area.

[@Grant0669]

@@kianabear06 Hi Kami - I hope everything has been going well if you have started since then

[@moneymaker3656]

Has anyone been offered an area manager position in the UK and waiting to be placed? That’s the situation I’m in at the moment.

[@Grant0669]

Hopefully you will be placed soon!

[@mritter3874]

I currently have a job as a project manager at a construction company, but i am considering replying to the amazon recruiter emails if the pay is greater than 65k/yr. is that within the pay range for AM?

[@mmonkeyman1403]

From my research, It can be that high depending on your experience level and your location.

[@Grant0669]

Like the other comment says, it depends on experience level and education. It could potentially be in that realm

[@mritter3874]

@@Grant0669 im in NYC, and a recruiter just sent me another interview date for 03/03, ill give it a go and let you know

[@Grant0669]

@@mritter3874 I hope it goes well for you - good luck!

[@LysjeSchmidt]

Great info. Got hired as an L4 AM start date in September. Haven't been told yet about trainings. Is there any training before going in person? One of the interviewers mentioned online training but didn't go in depth.

[@Grant0669]

This would be a great question to ask your recruiter - usually with training it will start your first week and you won't have to do anything substantial prior to that first week

[@BigBlueMichigan71]

Hey Grant, I'm starting next week. What should I wear on my first day?

[@Grant0669]

If you are working at a site such as a fulfillment center, attire is very casual. On a regular basis I suggest (and you will learn) to wear clothing you are comfortable/flexible in. I wear shorts or joggers with a tshirt or long-sleeved shirt and steel-toed running-style shoes. Anything more than that you might regret since you will be moving around a lot

[@BigBlueMichigan71]

@@Grant0669 awesome, I'm working at the Staten Island site in NYC starting on Monday, kinda nervous lol

[@Grant0669]

@@BigBlueMichigan71 You’ll do great - go in with a clean slate, open mind, and a positive attitude

[@FireAndIceTCP]

I had my interviews today and I feel like I messed up the second half. (I did great talking to the ops manager) and it was with an area manager (I don't know why I interviewed with someone in the same position I applied for.)

[@lifeofmoneymanjuan9973]

Did you get the job ?

[@FireAndIceTCP]

@@lifeofmoneymanjuan9973 yes! I'm starting in January at a sorting facility

[@lifeofmoneymanjuan9973]

Congrats

[@fourdi]

Hi Thomas I’m currently interviewing for AM. Did you have to to relocate?

[@Grant0669]

Congratulations on landing the job!

[@ou9988]

Do you know how vacation works? Are there certain dates where you’re not allowed to request off? I haven’t even gotten the offer yet lol but I know they said it’s really busy during the holiday seasons. My family was meant to go on vacation this Christmas but we pushed it back to next year. I’m wondering if I would be allowed to go if I got offered the AM position

[@Grant0669]

Your first year as an AM you get two weeks of vacation and then six days of person time, all of these hours accrue each paycheck, so they aren’t earned all at one. Peak season (Black Friday through Christmas) is typically blacked out to where you cannot use vacation days. You can however use PTO days

[@jackievalencia6242]

Hey Grant what do you see female area managers wear? Shoes and all?? I have no idea what to wear on my first day. Thank you!

[@Grant0669]

Great question! I see them wear casual shorts or gym shorts and a tshirt with running shoes. Everyone is very casual

[@oktwx101]

is area manager at amazon harder than being a supervisor?

[@rosemarymurage867]

Do you use any ERP system as an are Manager? Especially SAP.

[@Grant0669]

Good question - I am sure some do but in my role I do not

[@kaysas32701]

Does anyone know if the Area Manager positions are only for recent graduates? I usually see the postings advertise that the Master's degree would need to be conferred within the last two years. I didn't know if they offered entry level AM positions to those with a Master's degree but graduated earlier, 5-10 years or so?

[@Grant0669]

This is a great question and I am glad to see that you are looking into the qualifications in your role posting, because there are a few different types of AM roles. There are requisitions geared specifically toward recent college (undergraduate) graduates. There are postings specifically for the graduate area manager role, which would require the master's degree, and then there is the Pathways program which is worth looking into if you know that you want a career within operations

[@AnthonyChilisGMMP]

I start AMZL on April 12, I’ll be an area manager, delivery ops position

[@Grant0669]

That is exciting and not too far away! Good luck!

[@dannylaza1326]

​@@Grant0669 Do you need experience to be an area manager or just a bachelors degree?

[@GH0STFX]

@@dannylaza1326 Good route to go is internship. Typically need experience, college just lets you hop straight into it though.

[@dannylaza1326]

@@GH0STFX What do you mean by internship? Internship at amazon? I have a degree, but was still thinking I had to start at associate , but other people told me i could go straight to area manager and forget the associate.

[@GH0STFX]

@@dannylaza1326 i'm still acquiring my degree. you should be able to move past minimum wage pay, yes. i see a lot of area manager internships though, and sometimes they help you network and land jobs after. what area of management are you in, if you dont mind?

[@unrealhighlights3853]

So I got a job offer in a location I don’t really desire how can I ask to be relocated or is that even possible

[@Grant0669]

It is always important to advocate for yourself. If you do not desire the location you have been placed and you feel this hinders your chances of accepting the job then make that known to your recruiter. If it were me, I would explain that I am excited and thankful for the opportunity but would like to discuss alternate locations if possible.

[@TheThomasMom]

I was offered a different location at first, I talked to my recruiter about it and they worked with me to find one that suited my needs. It did delay my starting date a bit, but I was grateful that they were willing to help! I wish you the best!

[@MrVideocritic97]

Just went through the same thing but I simply asked my recruiter if I could be placed in my desired location and they sent over a cluster of locations in my desired location! So from my experience they’re willing to work with you on that.

[@whoisjessie]

Is your title called and area operations manger? Or just area manager? I am looking to apply for an opening titled area operation manager? Is there quite a difference between the two? Salary difference?

[@Grant0669]

My title is Area Manager - I am not sure if there is a difference or not. My assumption is there is not a difference

[@daltonvanderbilt2265]

notice the "ghost orb" at 0:26?

[@Grant0669]

Haha I did now

[@juliabu5747]

I work as a L4 shift manager at Amazon logistics and I just love working at Amazon ☺️

[@Grant0669]

I’m glad you’re having a good experience!

[@niahazeur6531]

Hey Grant, your videos have been really helpful. I am curious, which department are you an area manager over? They offered me to be the area manager over the delivery drivers, do you have any thoughts on that part of operations?

[@Grant0669]

Hi, I am over the Amazon Fulfillment Engine (AFE). I don't know too much about the AMs over the deliver drivers - what type of site have they placed you at?

[@niahazeur6531]

@@Grant0669 I’m guessing the new site in Forney, TX (Dfw area) is a FC.

[@Grant0669]

@@niahazeur6531 Okay very cool

[@niahazeur6531]

Actually I take that back it says AMZL on my offer.

[@niahazeur6531]

@@Grant0669 From talking time someone else that does the same thing, she said she likes working AMZL better than at a FC, I am happy with my assignment but, not with the salary. I will watch more of your videos and do more research on if this would be worth it, thank you for your help! Welcome to Dallas!!

[@moneymaker3656]

I’ve been offered an am position but haven’t received a start date. The recruiter said it could take some time as there aren’t any AM roles coming through. It’s already been a month. Anyone else in the same position???

[@Grant0669]

I have received a lot of messages from people in this situation, so you are not alone. I don’t know exactly why this is the case - maybe someone has heard directly from their recruiter on this. It’s okay to reach out to yours and ask. I always stress advocating for yourself

[@mycyclopedia]

how many interview round supposed to face for Area Manager. One already been done successfully and for rest what kind of question and what kind of round they would be? please help me out..

[@Grant0669]

It seems to vary, but for face-to-face interviewing I would expect anywhere from 1-3

[@mycyclopedia]

no face to face all are gonna happen through Chime I think so.

[@Grant0669]

@@mycyclopedia correct - when I say face to face I mean through Chime

[@DalV]

So, I'd like to apply as an area manager but I have a disability and walking that much would be difficult. Does Amazon have accommodations or is working that position unrealistic?

[@Grant0669]

This is a great question - if this is not covered in the role posting you are looking through, I would suggest asking the recruiter who reaches out to you if you get to that point in the process

[@anaszubi8091]

What is the difference between a fulfillment center and a delivery station? Is it easier to work at one?

[@Grant0669]

A fulfillment center does not deliver to customers. A fulfillment center is where all of the raw items are stored, such as books, ipads, and all sorts of products you see on Amazon’s website. When a customer placed an order, essentially that order is packaged into a box at a fulfillment center, and then sent to a delivery station were it is sorted and then delivered to the customer

[@TheAwp7687]

Im currently an operations manager at FedEx and am looking to move. It sounds like my current role and AM at amazon are similar? Am i wrong?

[@Grant0669]

I am not sure what the complete scope is for an operations manager at FedEx - I would do a quick comparison of the job descriptions and see if they translate. I have spoken with a few other operations managers within FedEx and their roles do sown relatively similar to mine

[@francoardila6737]

Overall is this a position would you recommend?

[@Grant0669]

I think it is a fantastic position that will teach a lot of skills, you just have to be open to learning. I suggest that anyone looking to go into this position does their research - watch videos and utilize LinkedIn to talk directly to people in the AM role so that you have light expectations you can set for what you are going to walk into.

[@adamvandeberg2839]

I’ve gotten the email saying I got the job, but have been waiting over 3 weeks and still no offer 😓

[@Grant0669]

Congratulations on getting an offer! Sit tight - nobody is going to forget about you and based on what others have said, a lot of people are hearing back just a little bit later than expected

[@adamvandeberg2839]

@@Grant0669 thank your for responding, it’s been about 4 weeks since I received the email stating I got the job and still no offer yet. Once I get the offer, do you they give you two weeks to resign from your current employer or do they expect you to start working the next day?

[@Grant0669]

@@adamvandeberg2839 You will be able to communicate with your recruiter regarding an attainable and reasonable start date

[@lone7777777]

Area manager is equal to INVENTORY CONTROL AND QUALITY ASSURANCE OPERATIONS MANAGER??

[@Grant0669]

I do not believe these two are the same role

[@bk0141]

How much time do you get for lunches and breaks?

[@Grant0669]

Hi William - as a manager you do not have timed breaks, you determine when you need a break based upon personal preference and ability to step away from your area

[@bk0141]

@@Grant0669 how much time would you say you get on average?

[@Grant0669]

@@bk0141 anywhere from 15 to 30 minutes - sometimes longer if it’s a very slow night

[@ninarodriguez8278]

I was offered a p.g position and I know it’s the same pay but a step to moving up. By any chance, do you know what a p.g does?

[@masonclark4476]

Depends which department

[@Grant0669]

A PG is a Process Guide. These individuals will assist the Process Assistants in a department (typically). A Process Assistant is the assistant of an Area Manager.

[@amiahannbryant]

Hey! What’s is your pay schedule? Weekly, bi weekly?

[@Grant0669]

It varies depending on the site - here in Dallas it is monthly

[@tameragarlington656]

Grant Anderson I was supposed to start in January, however my date got pushed back to April, in Coppell, I was hoping it was NOT monthly pay 😩😩🥴

[@Grant0669]

@@tameragarlington656 that’s a bummer your date had gotten pushed back. Pay frequency varies depending on location so I wouldn’t be concerned about it just yet!

[@noseefood1943]

Dude did you go through Knet and leadership academy?

[@Grant0669]

All of my trainings were online through KNET. Because of covid we did not get to go to the big leadership conference that is sounded like they used to do before

[@xKingBoo]

You said thursday through saturday.. you only work 3 days a week??

[@mbell60827]

That’s 4 days a week…

[@xKingBoo]

@@mbell60827Thursday Friday Saturday I count 3 lol?

[@LeopardGeckoTree]

Can an associate be promoted to Area Manager?

[@Grant0669]

Typically associates would go through the process of applying to be a process assistant, and then after some time doing that could become an area manager. Usually the rule is you have to be with Amazon for two years prior to becoming an area manager if you start as a tier one

[@carmens.6419]

Is an area manager the same as an assistant manager ? I’m have an interview for an assistant manager position and would like to know what level it is and what it entails . Thank you

[@carmens.6419]

I should mention it’s for a fulfillment center

[@Grant0669]

Hi Carmen - an area manager is not the same as an assistant manager. During your interview I would ask for direct clarification if the outlined responsibilities are not clear in the posting

[@ianchandler1970]

Why does amazon care about associates scanning the wrong asin on an item. I am currently an associate and I can never understand why scanning 4 wrong barcodes on a box over the course of an entire shift is treated like some kind of sin

[@Grant0669]

It’s very annoying when there are four different barcodes on a box. There’s ASINS, sp00s, etc so I think it’s more about being able to know which one you’re supposed to scan and when just so you can keep up the speed

[@kittensworkshopmcrae5878]

I hate when I scan the wrong bar code because they are so damn close to each other

[@Grant0669]

@@kittensworkshopmcrae5878 this causes a lot of grief lol

[@lfrankly8757]

Got an offer and accepted it

[@Grant0669]

That's great news, congratulations!

[@courtneyf3382]

Do you think I can negotiate my work hours? I have a kid so i can’t work hours lol

[@Grant0669]

I believe that most facilities will do their best to be accommodating when reasonable, so definitely explain your situation to your recruiter or HR team

[@wyattcraig739]

Did you go to college? If so what did you study?

[@Grant0669]

I did - I went to Clemson University and studied Industrial Engineering

[@rahultssb3285]

Hi Grant! Thanks for all the valuable info! Should we have our own laptop or will we be provided with one, for the office work???

[@Grant0669]

Thank you for watching! You will be provided a laptop as an AM

[@whoisjessie]

How many area managers are there per warehouse?

[@Grant0669]

There are a lot... maybe 90? I’m not totally sure

[@bigchill1241]

I know the hours are about 10-14 a day, how long are the official breaks you are given?

[@Grant0669]

Associates have specific breaks - as an Area Manager you can take breaks as you are able and as you see fit for yourself. I take a few throughout the night to eat a snack and zen out for a bit. Some nights I am able to step away for 15 or 20 minutes, others I can only take 5 if there is a lot of chaos happening. Ultimately you do what is best for you and your area