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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$85K - $130K *

Champion innovative control systems for industrial solutions, leading design and development projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure products meet market demands while transitioning designs to manu...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K *

Join a team that's driving growth by managing key Integrator accounts, developing sales strategies, and fostering relationships to exceed corporate goals in the material handling industry...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $165K *

Manage acquisition integrations and special projects, ensuring operational efficiency and alignment with organizational goals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and maintain...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Lead and inspire a multidisciplinary engineering team to deliver innovative design solutions for power utility projects across North America, ensuring quality, compliance, and continuous improvement w...

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4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$119K - $213K *

Shape the future of energy projects by leading complex initiatives, managing multi-disciplinary teams, and ensuring client satisfaction across the project lifecycle in a dynamic and innovative environ...

Pine Bluff, ARRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $100K *

Transform your career by managing program budgets, enhancing workflows, and ensuring financial accuracy. Collaborate across teams to drive efficiency and support sustainability initiatives in a dynami...

Newark, NJRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving operational excellence through process improvement, automation readiness, and stakeholder collaboration. This role focuses on enhancing business outcomes and sustaining mea...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence by leveraging consulting expertise to enhance processes, implement improvements, and prepare for automation. Collaborate with leaders to achieve measurable business outcom...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $150K *

Manage and optimize commercial contracting processes, ensuring timely and accurate agreements while enhancing efficiency through automation and collaboration across teams...

San Francisco, CARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $113K *

Lead the charge in optimizing telecom operations by designing and implementing governance frameworks, driving cross-functional initiatives, and enhancing operational maturity to support strategic busi...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $130K *

Manage enterprise-wide MarTech programs, aligning cross-functional teams to drive B2C marketing initiatives. Translate business priorities into actionable plans, ensuring effective collaboration and m...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Empower our team to build innovative security and governance solutions, shaping access management for both human and agent users. Lead a small, dynamic group as we define architectural foundations and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$132K - $174K *

Shape the future of environmental consulting by leading complex projects, fostering client relationships, and driving strategic initiatives. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure excellen...

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2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by driving sales in the Construction sector. As a key player, you'll manage relationships, develop strategies, and close deals with top clients, ensuring profitable growth and mark...

Dallas, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$103K - $181K *

Lead the charge in implementing comprehensive security measures for a large-scale defense project, ensuring the protection of personnel, facilities, and sensitive information while collaborating with...

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4 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Oversee the enterprise Vulnerability Management program, ensuring timely identification, prioritization, and remediation of vulnerabilities across assets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to en...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$123K - $154K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the end-to-end Procure-to-Pay function, ensuring operational excellence across Procurement, Accounts Payable, and supplier management while driving governance and stakehold...

Toronto, ONRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $134K *

Lead the charge in managing large-scale Data Center projects, coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery and adherence to budget. Drive innovative AI implementations while overseein...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$183K - $193K *

Build and lead a high-performing Technical Account Management team to enhance the post-launch technical performance of a leading e-commerce platform, driving significant operational and strategic impr...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$162K - $171K *

Champion a new Technical Account Management team by guiding its growth, ensuring technical health across SFP, and aligning stakeholders through effective communication while driving continuous improve...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$79K - $127K *

Unlock potential by driving sales in electrification solutions through effective customer relationships and strategic sales techniques, enhancing market presence and profitability in the Columbus area...

Westerville, OHRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead and implement strategies to enhance account growth and customer satisfaction in the Automation Energy Industries Division, leveraging your expertise in industrial automation to achieve profitabil...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

The Account Manager at ScaleOps will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with post-sale customers, ensuring their satisfaction and addressing their needs. This role involv...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $170K *

Join a team that's advancing enterprise talent strategy through data-driven performance management, succession planning, and organizational effectiveness, partnering with leaders to build high-perform...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Transform product strategy for high-performance data processing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation in cloud-native environments, ensuring seamless integration and exceptional...

Cary, NCRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.