Explore Operations Manager Jobs

Operations managers help organizations run efficiently by coordinating people, processes, and resources. From improving day-to-day workflows to advancing long-term business goals, these leaders connect strategy with execution across a wide range of industries. Explore vetted Operations Manager opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does an Operations Manager Do?

Responsibilities vary by organization, but often include overseeing operational teams, setting performance goals, managing budgets, improving processes, and tracking key metrics. Operations managers may also coordinate with departments such as finance, sales, customer service, manufacturing, and supply chain to resolve challenges and maintain consistent performance.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly look for leadership, communication, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Experience with project management, budgeting, process improvement, and performance reporting can be valuable. Depending on the role, familiarity with tools and methods such as ERP systems, Lean, or Six Sigma may also be preferred. Qualifications differ by company and industry.

Career Opportunities and Industries

Operations managers work in sectors including technology, healthcare, logistics, manufacturing, retail, and financial services. Job titles and areas of focus may include business operations, supply chain operations, regional operations, and operations program management. Search listings to find opportunities aligned with your experience, preferred industry, and career goals.

Find Your Next Operations Manager Role

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional job openings with compensation of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and salary details, then identify roles that match your leadership experience and expertise.

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$100K - $150K *

Champion growth by driving new business and enhancing customer relationships. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver tailored packaging solutions while executing effective sales strategies to capt...

Rock Island, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Inspire exceptional customer service as a hands-on leader, optimizing support processes and enhancing team performance. Drive measurable improvements in customer satisfaction and employee engagement t...

Oxnard, CARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing multiple energy retrofit projects, ensuring timely execution and adherence to specifications. Collaborate with teams, oversee subcontractors, and implement effective soluti...

California, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$137K - $245K *

Shape the future of physical operations by driving AI-powered product innovation. Collaborate across teams to identify customer needs, prototype solutions, and deliver impactful products that enhance...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $245K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic initiatives and product innovation within the Telematics Business Unit, enhancing core offerings and exploring new market opportunities through hands-on collaborat...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead strategic initiatives by managing complex projects from inception to launch. Collaborate across teams to implement new markets and contracts, ensuring compliance and operational readiness in a dy...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in ensuring technical excellence and quality across all P&C project deliverables. Provide mentorship, establish engineering standards, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to e...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$128K - $164K *

Champion your career by enhancing dealer parts performance across multiple states. Collaborate with teams to drive sales, implement innovative strategies, and support dealer/distributor growth in a dy...

Portland, ORRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading dealer activations and training, ensuring seamless onboarding and operational success. Collaborate with teams to drive adoption, enhance workflows, and deliver value quickl...

Boston, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead FedRAMP compliance initiatives, coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure project success. Manage execution of strategies, schedules, budgets, and stakeholder engagements while driving accoun...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading security and compliance initiatives in a dynamic healthcare SaaS environment. Drive key programs, manage audits, and partner with cross-functional teams to ensure regula...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $165K *

Shape the future of retail by driving sales and operational excellence across a high-volume district. Lead and develop Store Managers, ensuring brand consistency and delivering exceptional customer ex...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$105K - $150K *

Inspire impactful change by leading complex federal digital services programs. Oversee strategy, execution, and customer relationships while managing multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality te...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $225K *

Transform supply chain operations by managing vendor performance, logistics, and material tracking for a complex industrial project. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery a...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$124K - $211K *

Lead the charge in shaping and optimizing enterprise IT infrastructure services, ensuring security, reliability, and continuous improvement across cloud and on-premises environments while developing a...

New Hampshire, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $120K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic IT Services team as a ServiceNow System Administrator. Collaborate with stakeholders to design and enhance enterprise solutions, ensuring optimal performance...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Elevate your career by owning product areas from discovery to launch. Collaborate with customers and cross-functional teams to transform insights into impactful solutions, driving measurable outcomes...

Vancouver, BCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize site operations by managing complex projects, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration among teams to drive clinical study success. Lead recruitment, training, and project implementat...

North Carolina, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$81K - $88K *

Transform customer support operations by leading a high-performing team, driving service excellence, and implementing continuous improvements to enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficienc...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$74K - $125K *

Accelerate progress at a federal agency by managing platform enablement and customer solutions. Lead training, technical support, and cross-team collaboration to enhance data analytics and AI capabili...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Accelerate talent acquisition in the fast-paced AV/EV segment by interviewing and selecting top candidates. Collaborate with operations to meet hiring goals while upholding high standards of performan...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Transform eDiscovery management by driving operational excellence, ensuring timely project delivery, and enhancing workflow efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to uphold quality standards and fo...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$132K - $165K *

Shape the future of billing and collections by driving product strategy and enhancing user experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable payment solutions that boost revenue...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Grow your expertise in project management, overseeing large projects from initiation to delivery while ensuring customer satisfaction and financial performance through effective planning and team coll...

New Berlin, WIRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$77K - $126K *

Take ownership of managing construction projects, ensuring timely, on-budget delivery while collaborating with vendors and adhering to guidelines. Drive process improvements and maintain comprehensive...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Operations Manager do?question toggle

    An Operations Manager oversees processes, teams, and resources to help an organization meet its goals. Duties may include managing budgets, setting performance targets, coordinating across departments, and improving workflows.

  • What qualifications are common for Operations Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer and industry. Many roles seek relevant operations or management experience, leadership and communication skills, and strengths in analysis, budgeting, project management, or process improvement. Some employers prefer industry-specific expertise or certifications.

  • What industries hire Operations Managers?question toggle

    Operations Managers are employed across industries such as technology, healthcare, manufacturing, logistics, retail, and financial services. Their responsibilities depend on the organization and the teams or processes they oversee.

  • How much do Operations Managers earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on factors such as industry, location, experience, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities that pay $100,000 or more; review individual listings for specific salary information.

  • How can I find Operations Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Operations Manager listings on Ladders and review each posting for salary, location, responsibilities, and qualifications. Use your experience and career preferences to identify roles that are a strong fit.