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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$125K - $150K *

Empower marketing data operations by leading journey automation strategies, guiding audience development, and enhancing data-driven marketing capabilities across multiple platforms and channels to del...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$135K - $210K *

Drive strategic partnerships as you enhance existing connections and develop new ones to create value in the marketplace. Collaborate across teams to optimize business results while leading with data...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$135K - $210K *

Empower strategic partnerships and drive business development initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize partner ecosystems and enhance market positioning, balancing high-level v...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$290K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic account management, fostering collaboration, and enhancing client relationships to achieve operational excellence and sustainable growth across multiple teams and...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $190K *

Join a team that's redefining financial strategy by leading FP&A efforts, driving insights from SaaS metrics, and partnering with executives to shape business decisions and strategic initiatives...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $200K *

Lead the charge in shaping and advancing cloud financial management strategies. Build a scalable FinOps function that drives cost savings while ensuring platform reliability and enhancing financial ac...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer operational excellence by leading strategic initiatives that enhance educational programs, ensuring safety, logistics, and community engagement while managing multiple priorities in a dynamic...

2 days ago

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

$225K - $275K *

Architect strategic initiatives and operations to drive commercial success. Collaborate with executives, optimize processes, and enhance organizational effectiveness across business functions in a hig...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of global HR by executing transformative people strategies, enhancing leadership effectiveness, and driving organizational objectives while fostering talent engagement and retention a...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing warehouse operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and profitability while fostering strong customer relationships and driving business development initiatives...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$192K - $288K *

Join us as a strategic partner in global clinical development operations, driving workforce planning, budget management, and continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with leadership to enhance...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Drive commercial growth by building strategic partnerships that enhance vehicle supply and customer distribution. Collaborate with internal teams to create impactful programs and lead negotiations, en...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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

$250K - $300K *

Champion growth by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities in industrial real estate. Build strategic relationships and drive revenue through innovative solutions and effective negotiation...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $233K *

Shape the future of contract management by leading negotiations, ensuring compliance, and guiding a team in the administration of complex agreements. Drive strategic relationships and oversee contract...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of event management by overseeing field operations, ensuring quality execution across multiple job sites, and leading diverse teams to optimal performance and saf...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$150K - $212K *

Lead and optimize Legal Operations, driving strategy, technology, and analytics for a global legal team. Collaborate across departments to enhance efficiency, implement AI solutions, and manage vendor...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$113K - $132K *

Join us to enhance organizational effectiveness by assessing structures and guiding teams through change. Leverage your expertise in program management and change management to develop practical solut...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Champion project management excellence by leading teams to enhance profitability, efficiency, and client satisfaction, while implementing innovative processes that support organizational growth and re...

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$203K - $319K *

Lead and optimize commercial operations to drive growth, enhance revenue strategies, and streamline processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective execution of sales initiative...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $170K *

Drive BI strategy and delivery, leading a team to transform data into actionable insights. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance self-service analytics and elevate reporting from traditional to AI...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in optimizing operations and driving strategic initiatives across teams, partnering closely with executives to achieve transformative objectives that enhance innovation and process eff...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K - $133K *

Shape the future of broadband initiatives by coordinating strategic plans, managing key projects, and fostering relationships with stakeholders across New York. Lead a dynamic team addressing governme...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$134K - $144K *

Elevate student learning by leading business operations and strategic initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize resources and enhance educational services, ensuring financial sustainabili...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $172K *

Drive strategic leadership for project and resource management, ensuring timely delivery and optimal resource utilization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experience and fi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform operational challenges into scalable solutions as a key player in strategy and business operations. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive impactful initiatives that enhance efficiency and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

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.