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Senior Operations Manager

Posted Sep 11, 2026

Role at a glance

Job function
Supply Chain, Procurement & Trade Warehousing & Fulfillment
Salary
$135K – $182.7K/yr
Location
Avenel, New Jersey, United States
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Full-time
Experience
Senior Level
Education
Bachelor's degree or equivalent

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Role Summary

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Senior Operations Manager role at the EWR5 building in Avenel, NJ, leading a large-scale fulfillment operation in either the Inbound or Outbound functional area. The role is a hands-on leadership position focused on budgetary performance, people development, and operational excellence.

What You'll Do

  • Take full accountability for budgetary performance, people development, and operational excellence across the functional area (Inbound...
  • Manage, coach, and mentor a team of Operations and Area Managers, setting clear expectations and holding them accountable.
  • Champion Lean initiatives, process innovations, and quality programs to help the team and the FC exceed business goals.
  • Ensure safety, quality, and performance standards are met or exceeded every day.
  • Partner with HR, Finance, Facilities, Safety, IT, and peer leaders to secure resources and drive site-wide success.
  • Source and nurture ideas from the team and translate them into actionable improvement plans, sharing best practices across departments,...

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Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Preferred

  • Interest in long-term career development through assignments in multiple FCs across the nation
  • Track record of effectively leading an operation comprising both salaried and hourly staff of at least 100
  • Demonstrated ability to successfully develop others into higher levels of leadership in an organization

Original job description

Content provided by the employer

Help shape the future of fulfillment alongside passionate, talented people who are obsessed with delivering for customers. As a Senior Operations Manager at our EWR5 building in Avenel, NJ you'll be at the helm of a large-scale operation that delivers for millions of Amazon customers every day. This is your opportunity to lead, innovate, and make a measurable impact on one of the world's most customer-obsessed supply chains. Be part of something extraordinary from day one.

What You'll Do
• Own the operation – Take full accountability for budgetary performance, people development, and operational excellence across your functional area (Inbound or Outbound).
• Lead 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.
• Drive continuous improvement – Champion Lean initiatives, process innovations, and quality programs that push your team and the FC to exceed business goals.
• Deliver a world-class customer experience – Ensure safety, quality, and performance standards are met or exceeded every single day.
• Collaborate cross-functionally – Partner with HR, Finance, Facilities, Safety, IT, and peer leaders to secure resources, share best practices, and drive site-wide success.
• Cultivate ideas – Source and nurture innovative ideas from your team, translating them into actionable improvement plans that raise the bar across the network.
• Share best practices – Take proactive steps to ensure best practices are shared across all departments, shifts, and the broader network.
Additional Job Elements to this Hands-On Leadership Role
• Lift and move totes up to 49 pounds each
• Regular bending, lifting, stretching and reaching both below the waist and above the head
• Walking in the FC and around area with great frequency; facilities are over a quarter mile in length
• Continual standing and/or walking an average of 5 miles daily
• Ability to work in construction / distribution environments that may be noisy, unlit, unheated, not air-conditioned
• Able to access all areas of building (ascending and descending ladders, stairs, gangways safely and without limitation)

Basic Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

- Interest in long-term career development through assignments in multiple FCs across the nation
- Track record of effectively leading an operation comprising both salaried and hourly staff of at least 100
- Demonstrated ability to successfully develop others into higher levels of leadership in an organization

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, NJ, Avenel - 135,000.00 - 182,700.00 USD annually
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Amazon is a global leader in e-commerce and cloud computing, founded in 1994 by Jeff Bezos. Initially starting as an online bookstore, it has since expanded its offerings to include a vast range of products and services, including electronics, fashion, and digital content. With Amazon Web Services (AWS), the company also provides powerful cloud solutions to businesses around the world. Known for its innovation, customer-centric approach, and commitment to operational efficiency, Amazon continues to shape the future of retail and technology, consistently seeking new ways to enhance customer experiences.