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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$85K - $100K *

Manage strategic media solutions by guiding teams, overseeing project timelines, and fostering client relationships. Collaborate with leadership to develop insights and recommendations, while mentorin...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in developing a robust enterprise sales strategy, managing high-value accounts, and mentoring a dynamic sales team. Shape processes and partnerships that foster long-term customer rela...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of supply chain operations by analyzing data, driving improvements, and collaborating with leaders to enhance efficiency and compliance across the division. Your insights will support...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$248K - $309K *

Transform your career by leading the future of P&P operations and technology. Drive automation, enhance employee experience, and establish data-driven insights to optimize service delivery and organiz...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$248K - $309K *

Optimize P&P operations and technology to enhance service delivery, automate processes, and leverage workforce data for actionable insights, driving transformation and efficiency as the organization s...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in business operations and intelligence by managing a dynamic analyst team and integrating enterprise data. Drive standards, enhance reporting, and shape the future of data-driven deci...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$128K - $239K *

Transform business operations by leading strategic planning and governance initiatives. Drive portfolio management, optimize resources, and ensure alignment with financial targets while fostering coll...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Unlock growth by developing relationships with senior executives, driving member acquisition, and enhancing long-term member value. Collaborate closely with internal partners to ensure seamless engage...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $220K *

Transform complex customer demands into actionable, multi-year programs. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and execution across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain, driving scal...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of business operations by enhancing processes, driving performance, and fostering collaboration across teams. Leverage your expertise to implement improvements and support strategic i...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive top-line revenue growth by optimizing sales strategies, building strong relationships with sales reps and key partners, and delivering impactful presentations. Leverage your expertise to create...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate revenue growth by building relationships with sales reps, dealers, and designers. Train and inspire teams across North America, while managing key projects and collaborating with internal t...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Lead strategic vision and financial leadership across diverse business units, driving growth and profitability through operational excellence and community engagement. Inspire teams to achieve ambitio...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$190K - $220K *

Unlock potential by leading global sourcing strategies and supplier management for critical technology commodities, driving cost efficiency and supply continuity while mentoring a high-performing team...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $115K *

Lead venue operations and event execution, ensuring exceptional guest experiences through effective staffing, safety compliance, and service delivery across diverse events and programs...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team to shape business strategy and drive growth. Collaborate across Product, Engineering, Sales, and Finance to translate market insights into actionable plans, ensuring alignment and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead and innovate care delivery operations, ensuring exceptional patient experiences and efficient management of multiple clinics and hospital services. Collaborate with diverse teams to align activit...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $125K *

Unlock your potential as a senior leader driving integrated marketing initiatives. Oversee client relationships and project delivery while collaborating with cross-functional teams to elevate brand pe...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $135K *

Join a team that's driving revenue growth through strategic sales initiatives. You'll lead end-to-end sales efforts, cultivate key relationships, and optimize performance across direct and programmati...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining strategic planning in healthcare. Collaborate with experts to develop innovative, multichannel strategies, driving insights and brand growth while leading diverse project...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Optimize your career by leading strategic planning initiatives, synthesizing insights, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovative solutions in the healthcare and pharma sectors...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Lead financial strategy and reporting for a diverse program portfolio, driving P&L ownership, investment planning, and variance analysis. Collaborate with teams to deliver insights and foster a cultur...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $230K *

Inspire and lead our media planning practice, setting strategic standards and driving client success through integrated strategies. Mentor a high-performing team while owning P&L for key accounts and...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $210K *

Drive your career with strategic leadership in media planning, shaping client success and agency standards. Lead a high-performing team, own P&L for key accounts, and influence industry conversations...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining financial operations by optimizing processes, enhancing cash flow management, and driving strategic improvements to support business growth and customer satisfaction...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.