Director, Field Operations Jobs

Director, Field Operations roles are senior leadership positions for professionals who oversee teams, sites, and services operating outside a company’s central office. These leaders turn business priorities into reliable field execution, balancing operational performance, customer experience, safety, and cost control. Explore vetted Director, Field Operations opportunities on Ladders, including roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Director of Field Operations Do?

Responsibilities vary by industry, but directors commonly set operating standards, guide regional or distributed teams, and ensure consistent service across locations. They may lead workforce planning, budgets, vendor relationships, compliance, and operational improvement initiatives. The role often involves partnering with executive leadership and translating company goals into measurable plans for field managers and frontline teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often look for substantial operations leadership experience, a record of managing distributed teams, and strong judgment in fast-moving environments. Useful capabilities include strategic planning, financial and data analysis, process improvement, communication, change management, and knowledge of relevant safety or regulatory requirements. Experience with field service platforms, workforce systems, and performance dashboards may also be valuable.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Director, Field Operations positions appear across sectors such as logistics, telecommunications, construction, energy, healthcare, retail, facilities management, and business services. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on regional operations, field service delivery, multi-site performance, or a specialized operational function. Career paths can lead to vice president of operations, chief operating officer, or other enterprise leadership roles.

Finding Director, Field Operations Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its scope, location, travel expectations, team size, and compensation details. Tailor your résumé to highlight measurable results—such as improved productivity, lower operating costs, stronger safety performance, or better customer outcomes—and set up job alerts to stay current on new openings.

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$150K - $180K *

Transform a high-performing sales team by driving strategic outcomes, fostering an inclusive culture, and developing talent through coaching. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to align region...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Drive strategic growth by leading a high-performing sales team, fostering talent development, and aligning regional initiatives with organizational goals to enhance performance and collaboration acros...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving sales strategies and managing a high-performing team across multiple locations, ensuring customer satisfaction and achieving significant revenue goals through innovative mar...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Deliver exceptional customer service by managing cross-functional operations, ensuring timely execution of projects, and supporting Account Managers. Drive continuous improvement and maintain high-qua...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's optimizing distribution operations across the Americas. Lead strategic initiatives for multiple centers, ensuring operational excellence, safety, and customer satisfaction while dri...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive revenue growth by leading a high-performing sales team targeting SMB/Mid-Market legal departments. Shape sales strategies, optimize processes, and collaborate cross-functionally to achieve ambit...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

The Director, Center Store at Heritage Grocers Group oversees the performance and strategic vision of center store categories, including Grocery, Beverage, and General Merchandise. This role involves...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at our company by driving new customer acquisition and revenue growth in warehousing and logistics. Leverage your expertise to build relationships and secure opportunities in the K...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Lead global operations, drive efficiency, enhance product quality, and optimize resource utilization across multiple manufacturing sites while ensuring compliance and sustainability...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead sales operations, connect with prospective residents, and drive occupancy goals through innovative strategies and relationship-building in the senior living industry...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Engage with prospective residents by leveraging multi-channel sales strategies to drive occupancy and revenue. Collaborate with leadership to analyze market trends and optimize sales processes, ensuri...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$90K *

Unlock your potential as a key player in driving sales and occupancy. Engage with prospective residents, optimize revenue, and lead strategic initiatives to enhance community growth and success in a d...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$180K - $210K *

Pioneer the logistics strategy and execution, ensuring cost-effective, high-quality delivery across all channels. Lead provider relationships, optimize operations, and drive performance metrics to enh...

3 weeks ago

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

$153K - $192K *

Join a team that's redefining commercial data and analytics strategies, driving cloud modernization, and enhancing operational excellence to support business growth and innovation across multiple ther...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic sales team to achieve strategic goals in the psychiatry portfolio. Utilize your analytical skills to drive performance, foster collaboration, and deliver innov...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $180K *

Inspire revenue growth and client retention for community banks in the East. As a strategic leader, engage with C-suite executives to deliver impactful payment strategies and measurable outcomes, fost...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $257K *

Transform client payments strategy by empowering community banks and credit unions with tailored solutions and insights. Drive revenue growth and foster long-term relationships in a fast-paced environ...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$178K - $285K *

Transform client relationships and drive strategic growth in the payments space by leading complex negotiations and delivering tailored financial solutions for community banks and credit unions across...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Partner with us to build a robust buyer network, negotiate deals, and create a marketplace playbook. This player-coach role involves sourcing buyers, closing transactions, and optimizing CRM processes...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $180K *

Drive the growth of our partner channel by leading recruitment and strategy for ISVs, VARs, and ISOs in the payments landscape. Collaborate across teams to enhance partner relationships and expand rev...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K *

Drive operational excellence by managing multiple accounts, ensuring profitability, employee development, and customer satisfaction while meeting financial and safety goals in a dynamic supply chain e...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$213K - $258K *

Lead the charge in developing commercial strategies for distributed generation solar and storage projects. Drive relationship building and power marketing efforts across diverse markets, ensuring alig...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$213K - $258K *

Lead the charge in developing commercial relationships and power marketing for innovative distributed generation solar and storage projects, driving strategy and optimizing value across diverse market...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate partner success by leading a team to manage strategic accounts, ensuring client health, retention, and growth through effective relationship management and process improvement...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Transform your career by driving strategic partnerships in healthcare. Leverage your extensive relationships within benefits consulting to influence and expand business opportunities while collaborati...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Director of Field Operations?question toggle

    A Director of Field Operations leads teams, locations, or services working outside a company’s central office. The role is responsible for translating business goals into consistent field performance, often across multiple regions or sites.

  • What qualifications are common for Director, Field Operations jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly seek extensive operations leadership experience, a history of managing distributed teams, and strengths in budgeting, performance analysis, process improvement, and communication. Requirements vary by industry and may include specific regulatory, technical, or safety expertise.

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

    Compensation varies based on industry, location, company size, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for salary information and other compensation details.

  • Which industries hire Directors of Field Operations?question toggle

    Hiring industries include logistics, telecommunications, construction, energy, healthcare, retail, facilities management, and business services, among others.

  • How can I stand out when applying for a Director, Field Operations role?question toggle

    Show the scale of your leadership and quantify outcomes. Highlight results such as improved service levels, productivity gains, cost savings, safety improvements, and successful management of multi-site or regional teams.