Director, Business Operations Jobs

Explore Director, Business Operations opportunities for experienced leaders who turn company strategy into effective execution. These senior professionals improve how organizations operate by aligning teams, processes, resources, and performance goals. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping you discover leadership roles that match your experience and career ambitions.

What Does a Director of Business Operations Do?

A Director of Business Operations helps guide the systems and decisions that keep a business running effectively. Responsibilities may include setting operating priorities, developing performance metrics, managing budgets and forecasts, improving processes, and coordinating initiatives across departments. The role often partners closely with executive leadership to identify challenges, evaluate opportunities, and support sustainable growth.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for a record of leading complex initiatives and delivering measurable results. Valuable qualifications include strategic planning, financial and data analysis, process improvement, project and change management, and clear communication. Directors also need to influence stakeholders, develop teams, and balance short-term execution with long-term business objectives. Requirements vary by organization, industry, and role.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Director, Business Operations roles are available across a range of industries and company sizes. Depending on the position, you may oversee a specific business unit, support company-wide operations, or lead strategic programs. Compensation varies based on factors such as location, scope, industry, and experience. Browse Ladders listings to find vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.

Find Director, Business Operations Jobs on Ladders

Search current openings and compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation details. Use Ladders to focus your search on senior professional roles and identify opportunities where your operational leadership can make an impact.

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$130K - $150K *

Elevate client success by leading a dynamic team to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring seamless execution and strategic alignment with business goals while fostering strong relationships across al...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $150K *

Join us to lead client relationships and drive strategic solutions in a dynamic environment. Leverage your expertise to enhance client satisfaction and achieve business objectives while managing a tal...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$194K - $270K *

Shape the future of our strategic initiatives by leading high-impact projects that drive innovation and collaboration across teams. Partner closely with executive leadership to deliver measurable resu...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate global sales development operations by streamlining processes, enhancing workflows, and integrating technology. Lead a team to ensure efficient support and continuous improvement, driving perf...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the management of campus fiscal operations, ensuring compliance and strategic budgeting to support student success. Collaborate with leadership to enhance financial practices and oversee diverse...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of campus fiscal operations by overseeing budgeting, financial aid, and compliance. Collaborate with leadership to enhance financial resources and support student success through effe...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Lead live productions and ensure flawless execution across broadcasts, events, and recordings. Collaborate with teams to enhance technical operations, mentoring staff while exceeding client expectatio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$160K - $200K *

Lead strategic initiatives and operational excellence within a complex healthcare environment. Collaborate with executives to enhance service quality, financial performance, and patient satisfaction w...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $110K *

Elevate your career by leading client operations for global entertainment sales. Ensure timely delivery of content, manage client relationships, and drive team success in a fast-paced environment whil...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$85K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing branch operations, ensuring timely delivery of medical equipment and services. Collaborate with healthcare partners to enhance patient care while managing logistics, inve...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by leading branch activities, ensuring timely delivery of medical supplies and services, and enhancing patient care through collaboration with healthcare partners and comp...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $90K *

Champion operational excellence by leading branch activities, ensuring timely delivery of medical equipment and services, and enhancing patient care through collaboration with healthcare partners and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $90K *

Lead the future of patient care by overseeing branch operations, ensuring timely delivery of medical equipment and services. Collaborate with healthcare partners to enhance patient experiences while m...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Drive operational excellence in a VP-level role, leading a food manufacturing facility's ramp-up. Oversee production, financial performance, and team development to meet growing customer demand and su...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Transform site operations by leading high-volume reconditioning centers, ensuring quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction while driving strategic initiatives and continuous improvement across m...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as a senior finance leader, overseeing accounting, FP&A, and compliance. Drive financial operations, enhance reporting processes, and lead a growing team while ensuring accuracy an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Transform operational excellence as a key leader, driving strategic initiatives and enhancing performance across service lines. Collaborate with executives to achieve financial, quality, and growth ob...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $190K *

Lead the charge in driving growth within the sports industry by forging strategic partnerships, managing the full business development lifecycle, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliv...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance digital media operations, ensuring seamless campaign execution and collaboration across teams. Drive process improvements and maintain project visibility while supportin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $150K *

Lead a dynamic finance team to drive strategic financial initiatives, ensuring compliance and operational excellence while supporting business objectives through insightful analysis and budgeting proc...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Oversee operations management across multiple health centers, driving strategic initiatives and enhancing client satisfaction. Lead and mentor teams while implementing innovative performance standards...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading operations across multiple health centers, enhancing client satisfaction and performance. Drive strategic initiatives, manage complex relationships, and mentor leadership t...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$208K - $241K *

Lead transformative business analysis initiatives, bridging client needs with innovative SaaS solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance risk assessment processes and deliver except...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $220K *

Join a team that's driving strategic client relationships and overseeing high-priority initiatives. Leverage your expertise to enhance client engagement and lead a dedicated team in achieving organiza...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $130K *

Transform database operations by managing migrations, ensuring data integrity, and optimizing performance for government contracts. Collaborate with technical teams to support modernization efforts an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Business Operations do?question toggle

    A Director of Business Operations leads initiatives that improve organizational performance. The role may involve operational strategy, process improvement, budgeting, performance reporting, and coordination across teams.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Director, Business Operations jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often seek substantial business or operations experience, a history of leading cross-functional initiatives, analytical and financial skills, and the ability to communicate with senior stakeholders.

  • How much do Director, Business Operations jobs pay?question toggle

    Pay depends on factors such as location, industry, company size, role scope, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review each listing for its compensation details.

  • Where can I find Director, Business Operations jobs?question toggle

    You can browse Director, Business Operations openings on Ladders and review role responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation information to find opportunities suited to your background.