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Operations Manager

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Compensation
$82–123K/yr
Location
Lexington, KY
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Operations Manager leads managers and operational teams at an Amazon site, creating plans and driving safety, quality, productivity, and operational excellence. The role oversees shift performance, collaborates with support teams, and designs initiatives to improve site operations. It also involves mentoring managers, reviewing performance and risk metrics, and preparing for changing demand.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Employee Management, requiredPerformance Management, requiredFlexible Scheduling, requiredTeam Management, nice to haveLean Process, nice to haveKaizen, nice to haveSix Sigma, nice to haveProblem Solving, nice to haveAnalytical Skills, nice to haveCustomer Service, nice to haveCommunication, nice to haveInterpersonal Skills, nice to have

Qualifications

3+ Years Employee and Performance Management Experience, requiredBachelor's Degree or Equivalent or 2+ Years Amazon Experience, required2+ Salaried and 70+ Indirect Employees, nice to haveBachelor's or Master's in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain/Logistics, or Related Field, nice to haveExperience in Listed Industries, nice to have

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

Description

Operations is the beating heart of Amazon. This key part of our business makes sure we fulfill and dispatch orders efficiently so that our customers get their items on time. It’s driven by Operations Managers who bring the team together to push excellence in safety, quality and productivity across our sites. At your site, you’ll lead other managers and create the operational plan that helps your teams meet their targets. This role is all about driving operational excellence to create the Amazon of tomorrow.

Key job responsibilities

Manage and develop a team of Area Managers

Lead operational teams on a shift, deal with issues, and positively impact site performance

Analyse shift performance against relevant business objectives, and put in place actions to improve our operational excellence

Work closely with other support teams, including HR, Finance, Health and Safety, and Security

Design and deliver initiatives across the sites to improve operational performance

A day in the life

You’ll lead shifts at one of our operational sites. You’ll also be the key link between a number of teams, including finance, safety and operations integration teams. That means you’ll be close to the day-to-day operations at your site but also contribute to new ways to innovate at your site.

A typical day will involve meetings with different areas of the business, deep diving into performance and risk metrics for sites, and looking ahead to prepare for different levels of demand. Every day will also involve mentoring and coaching your team. You’ll be a source of leadership and support your team to be the best managers they can be.

Basic Qualifications

  • 3+ years of employee and performance management experience

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent, or 2+ years of Amazon (blue badge/FTE) experience

  • Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience managing a team of 2+ salaried employees and 70+ indirect employees

  • Experience scoping, leading, and implementing process improvements through: Lean process, Kaizen, and/or Six Sigma.

  • Demonstrated problem solving skills and analytical skills

  • Excellent customer service skills, communication skills and interpersonal skills

  • Track record of meeting or exceeding department performance goals

  • A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain/Logistics, or a related field.

  • Experience in: 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, KY, Lexington - 81,900.00 - 122,800.00 USD annually

How this job compares

Set against the 7,920 open Operations Manager jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 13, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$82–123K/yr
  • Kentucky median$80–106K/yr89 salary ranges
  • US median$84–115K/yr4,762 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $102K, is 12% above the Kentucky median midpoint ($92K) — in the middle half of Operations Manager salary ranges in Kentucky.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 173 open Operations Manager jobs in Kentucky and 7,920 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Kentucky
Experience
This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience; Operations Manager postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years at the median (6,031 postings).
Education
1,553 of the 7,920 open Operations Manager jobs (20%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 13, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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