What’s an Area Manager? | Working at Amazon! | My Job as an Area Manager

[@TH-jd8ft]

I've been looking for a black womans prospective as an area manager. I found you at the right time. I just go out the military as a healthcare specialist as well. I have my interview next week. Thanks for posting.

[@CiegiLaPriest]

That's awesome, congrats! Please let me know how it goes. Best of luck

[@TH-jd8ft]

@@CiegiLaPriest Thanks! Mine went well. But the first thing my first interviewer asked me about was responding to safety situations. So the next day my recruiter reached out and let me know that I have an offer coming for area manager. But they are also recommending that I look into health and safety. 😂 I got out looking to get away from the health field.

[@MrParnellm]

@@TH-jd8ft How long did it take to get offer letter?

[@happinesswatts]

​@CiegiLaPriest you did not respond to my question

[@Ms.AprilRobin]

I just quit after 1.5 years as an area manager! I’m so proud of myself. My mental health went downhill. Extremely overwhelming. Was not worth It. It’s definitely not for everyone.

[@garybeltrand5802]

I'm older, have a degree and tons of pro experience after college but got burnt out in corporate world. I had other options but tried Amazon FC as a Tier I with the possibility of seeking promotion, thinking maybe it would be a better fit. After a year there, no idea why anyone would want to be an Amazon AM. I guess if you really just want to be a "manager" for professional appearances sake, it works. But everything about that role seemed negative. Depressing environment, horrible hours, frustrating co-workers, mentally and physically unhealthy. The insurance was nice, so I just stuck it out a few years, collected stocks, got a couple Career Choice certs and split the scene. No looking back whatsoever.

[@paradox_1999]

I'm going into my 5th week as an area manager and I feel so overwhelmed with everything. I still go into work feeling like I have no idea what I'm doing. For reference prime week was my third week after process training and it's all been very crazy. I'm trying to take it day by day lol.

[@CiegiLaPriest]

Yea lol been there and often times still do but sometimes we’re our own worst critics. We got this

[@peytonkerns9184]

Hi Rasheed, I am also an area manager and I’ll share what worked for me. I too was feeling overwhelmed when I first started. My best recommendation to you is to make your own standard work checklist. Spend time thinking about what you have to get done during the day and make your own schedule. I made mine an hour-by-hour schedule and it made the job so much easier. Be sure to include times for checking in with employees! Amazon has a SWC (standard work checklist), but I found that theirs wasn’t specific enough, and left out important details.

[@paradox_1999]

@@peytonkerns9184 Hey Peyton, thank you for the advice. One of my peers sent me a really in depth checklist and I had no idea what I was looking at. Making my own does sound like the best approach.

[@Gymthingz]

@@paradox_1999 my advice working here, learn from the managers around you. Reach out and get a mentor within the organization. Ask a lot of questions make sure they are good write down the answers. Understand the metrics what it affects and how the processes are affected.

[@Naijaboy316]

First full week and this is exactly how I feel 😭

[@yvonnewanda]

Love your energy! All the best for your career

[@CiegiLaPriest]

Thank you so much

[@franktwarren]

I got out of the military in August 2019. Didn't start working for Amazon until March 2020 as a L1. I went through the campus next program for Area manager the process is going to end up taking about 7 months from interview until I start (August 2021) due to me not having my college degree until recently. They really do love military. As an area manager please listen to your associates. The easier you make their job the more productive they will be and it will be easier to make your goals as well.

[@CiegiLaPriest]

Oh absolutely. I try to help them as much as possible because they really are the heart of Amazon

[@taylorrene9811]

Hello! Today will be my third day in my training process. It has been a lot of information so far and it has been very confusing at times. So glad you made this video to give advice about the job.

[@CiegiLaPriest]

Glad it helped! You’ll survive trust me

[@MamaC98]

How did it go, sis? Did you get acclimated?

[@IQBoY14]

Just saw your channel, you are amazing!!! My first day as an Area Manager is in two weeks

[@CiegiLaPriest]

Aww thanks! Let me know how it goes for your

[@dinnnaatv.]

Glad I found this video i’ll be starting in June

[@CiegiLaPriest]

Let me me know how it goes!!!

[@iamsidscott]

Ayeeeeee congrats and glad it’s going well!!!

[@CiegiLaPriest]

Thank you! Me too

[@s.h5836]

Thanks for this video. I have an Area Manager offer and an interview for HR Partner next week. Also, an AF veteran.

[@CiegiLaPriest]

Best of luck on whatever you decide

[@happinesswatts]

I need help with star method. I failed twice and i am so hopeless to try again.

[@CiegiLaPriest]

Shoot me an email [e-mail]

[@brianramos3139]

Awesome video! How has your experience been thus far? I mostly see people talking down about working at Amazon, and it can be discouraging.

[@CiegiLaPriest]

I actually enjoy it. There’s a lot of opportunities available. It’s just what you make it!

[@brianramos3139]

@@CiegiLaPriest thanks for your feedback!

[@LeoandTiger-h6m]

How’d you negotiate the salary?

[@CiegiLaPriest]

I didn’t negotiate my salary

[@Riveraman08]

How was the interview? I have one on Thursday and nervous. I suck at interviewing.

[@CiegiLaPriest]

Look up the star method, for sure have some experiences to share and you’ll be just fine

[@Riveraman08]

@CiegiLaPriest did that. Felt like i had a good interview with all 3 people but i didn't get chosen.

[@rodolfogonzalez8247]

Totally off topic but what is that brand of vest?? I used to work at Amazon and I really liked how functional the vest looked. Any info would be much appreciated thank you.

[@CiegiLaPriest]

No idea where they order the vest. Learning dept usually take care of that

[@rodolfogonzalez8247]

@@CiegiLaPriest aw dang, well I appreciate the reply 🙏

[@kandyponnu]

Mam I want to knw something about Amazon online earning from investment. One group create viber group they said 5000 rupees deposite. Is it true or fake? How can i find it pls help me?

[@summermonae26]

Hey question I went to my appointment on the 9th I’m supposed to start on this Sunday my background is still in progress and I was wondering does that mean I don’t have the job

[@johncovington2203]

Did they prefer applicants have a degree even if they’re prior military? Are you an L4 or 5?

[@CiegiLaPriest]

Yes a degree is required for the AM position. I am currently an L5

[@MrParnellm]

@@CiegiLaPriest are all University hires L4?

[@CiegiLaPriest]

@@MrParnellm from my experience, that has been what I’ve seen and you let L5 are those that have more work experience

[@tanishqdixit5840]

I'm pretty much confused in between web development and that supply chain management thing which one do you think will be better in long run and ofc ?money too ?

[@CiegiLaPriest]

Web development for sure

[@tanishqdixit5840]

@@CiegiLaPriest thankyou

[@tyrellnez47]

What is the starting pay for an Area Manager? I'm thinking of applying in my area

[@CiegiLaPriest]

The range varies really does depend on experience etc but I believe high 50/60 range

[@vshah1010]

I can understand being grateful for getting a job. But, I'm sure you would rather work as a medical tech. I know I would want to work in my field rather than be an area manager. I have been an floor manager in the newspaper delivery route company. The main difference is that I got paid hourly, and I didn't have to do delivery routes, unless I was training a new person or filling in if someone had to take a day off. I have also worked in a warehouse. It can be a trap if you stay there too long. I was a little lucky, since I have gotten something in my field since then, although it is at a lower level. But, it's still better than working in a warehouse. I am considering doing 1 semester of courses, after the pandemic, and I will see if that helps me move up. It can be a trap if you stay there too long. Get something that you want to do.

[@CiegiLaPriest]

I needed a break from medical so right now it’s nice. Definitely will be going back to healthcare in some capacity later but definitely not patient care

[@adamrosas641]

I’m getting out of the Navy as a 3rd class, but do you need a bachelors degree to be considered??

[@CiegiLaPriest]

Yes you do for that particular job

[@kevinmccarty463]

Hello, I have a virtual interview for an AM position next week. Any idea if I’ll find out the shift I’m working when I receive the offer or does that come after training? Thanks.

[@pearlmagic]

The will tell you after training.

[@ianhubbard4576]

I’m a supply Sgt in the army , do you think it will be a smooth transition into Amazon ?

[@CiegiLaPriest]

I think you will be just fine. Amazon loves military members

[@ianhubbard4576]

Thank you so much for the response , what roles do you think I would qualify for ?

[@Himskii339]

Hey what app do you guys use on y’all laptops?

[@CiegiLaPriest]

Don’t really know how to answer this. It just depends on what work is needed.

[@josephmarube8679]

Great info. Will be joining soon at a sort center, how are the hours like for managers since from what i have heard its 4 hours for associates? Thanks in advance

[@CiegiLaPriest]

It depends on your location, but usually between 10-12 hours

[@johnroberts1018]

Would you say it’s rotational! Like 3 on 3 off? Or just straight 10-12 5 days a week?

[@arivoorhis7651]

Mine has shift options they decide Sunday- Wednesday or Wednesday- Saturday

[@drewskiintergalactic3042]

Why do operation managers at the sort centers treat there employees a lot better than they do at there distribution centers ? It so infuriating. I want to go back but HR will not let me . Just because they offer 4 hours of work amazon doesn't really give out write ups at there sortation centers. Ridiculous

[@CiegiLaPriest]

I’ve only been at a sort center so I’m not even sure of how that works… I’m sorry

[@happinesswatts]

I need assistance with star method.

[@CiegiLaPriest]

Did you send me an email?

[@happinesswatts]

@@CiegiLaPriest ok got it. 👌 I will. Thx

[@molifestyle]

It's always Day 1

[@CiegiLaPriest]

Always

[@Lisa3066]

Hey area managers, what would you do if an employee assaults another employee?

[@juliagarcia8577]

I’d talk to my boss and probably fire that person. This behavior should never be acceptable.

[@chasearound]

How's it like working as an Area Manager in a sort center? A day in a life video could be cool! thanks

[@CiegiLaPriest]

I’ve been trying to do one. It’s super hard being in management but I’m working on a vlog now. It changes day to day