Explore Unit Manager Jobs

Unit Managers lead teams and oversee the day-to-day performance of a defined department, facility unit, or operating area. Depending on the industry, the role may focus on patient care, production, customer service, or business operations. Browse vetted Unit Manager opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Unit Manager Do?

Responsibilities vary by employer and field, but commonly include setting team priorities, managing staffing and schedules, monitoring budgets and performance, maintaining quality and safety standards, and improving processes. Unit Managers also communicate goals, coach employees, resolve operational issues, and report results to senior leadership.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience leading teams, strong communication and organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to use data to guide decisions. Requirements may include a relevant degree, professional credentials, or industry-specific experience. Healthcare, manufacturing, and other regulated environments may require specialized training or licenses.

Unit Manager Salary and Career Opportunities

Compensation depends on industry, location, organization size, scope of responsibility, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional positions paying $100,000 or more, offering a place to explore senior Unit Manager roles and related leadership opportunities. Compare job requirements and responsibilities to find positions aligned with your experience and career goals.

Find Your Next Unit Manager Role

Search current Unit Manager openings on Ladders and review each listing for salary, location, qualifications, and job scope. Set up a profile and explore opportunities that match your leadership background and preferred industry.

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$115K - $130K *

Advance financial operations by leading accounting processes, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration across teams. Drive efficiency and support strategic goals while managing a team and enha...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $125K *

Lead the charge in ensuring 24/7 reliability of critical infrastructure systems. Oversee operations, maintenance, and team development in mission-critical environments, driving efficiency and client s...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

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

$112K - $193K *

Accelerate healthcare transformation by leading complex consulting engagements, leveraging AI-driven tools, and collaborating with diverse teams to enhance operational performance and deliver measurab...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$137K - $219K *

Elevate IT operations by orchestrating complex initiatives, driving user adoption, and optimizing delivery processes. Serve as the key liaison among technical teams and business stakeholders to ensure...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering complex NICE solutions for Public Safety. As a hands-on technical lead, you'll manage installations, upgrades, and troubleshooting, ensuring successful imple...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$63K - $111K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing top-notch administrative support to program leadership and project personnel, ensuring smooth operations and effective communication across multidisciplinary...

United StatesRemote

Today

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

$70K - $130K *

Shape the future of vendor management by overseeing supplier relationships, ensuring compliance, and driving process improvements. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance procurement practices and s...

Bentonville, ARRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$140K - $197K *

Lead the charge in managing strategic client relationships and projects, leveraging your extensive cost management expertise in the data centre sector. Empower teams through mentorship while driving b...

Birmingham, ALRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead complex, cross-functional initiatives by providing senior-level project and program expertise. Drive planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of health informatics processes and syste...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $90K *

Lead the management of housekeeping and front desk operations, ensuring profitability and compliance. Drive operational improvements, train staff, and maintain high safety standards while overseeing s...

Mississauga, ONRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $120K *

Join our Strategy team to tackle critical business priorities, leveraging your analytical skills to influence decisions across operations, finance, and marketing. Own workstreams from analysis to exec...

Atlanta, GARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $150K *

Transform customer relationships and drive sales growth by executing innovative strategies and leveraging packaging solutions. Collaborate with internal teams to meet client needs while maintaining a...

Haltom City, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $150K *

Unlock new business opportunities and enhance customer relationships by executing strategic sales initiatives, leveraging packaging solutions, and driving profitability while ensuring exceptional serv...

Houston, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $192K *

Engineer trusted, reusable data products by transforming architectural designs and business requirements into production-grade solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career by building and cultivating strong client relationships while driving innovative solutions in the Finance and Accounting domain, collaborating with top talent to achieve lasting succe...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Deliver impactful project management for complex implementations, leading teams to ensure successful outcomes while cultivating valued client relationships and driving business success through effecti...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $145K *

Engineer innovative systems and processes to enhance product delivery, ensuring cross-functional teams operate efficiently and effectively. Drive execution, manage stakeholder alignment, and facilitat...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $185K *

Lead the strategy and development of innovative analytics and AI solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to transform complex healthcare data into actionable insights that drive measurabl...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform endpoint management by designing and deploying solutions across a vast device estate. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security, compliance, and reliability while leveraging...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$104K *

Shape the future of healthcare technology by leading complex Endoscopy digital implementation projects. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure successful delivery, risk management, and custom...

Charlotte, NCRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Champion digital transformation initiatives within the Submarine Industrial Base, enhancing readiness and performance through data analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver actiona...

Washington, DCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $140K *

Execute effective change management strategies to facilitate enterprise-wide transformation. Collaborate with leaders and teams to ensure understanding, adoption, and sustainability of new operating m...

Illinois, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $105K *

Optimize civil construction projects by managing pre-sale and post-sale activities, collaborating with teams to ensure efficient execution, compliance, and risk mitigation throughout the project lifec...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $150K *

Drive impactful solutions as a Healthcare Technology Manager, optimizing Epic Patient Access systems. Collaborate with clients and teams to enhance workflows and deliver sustainable results in a suppo...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive enterprise sales by building relationships with large dealership groups. Identify opportunities, navigate complex decision-making processes, and collaborate with internal teams to deliver tailor...

Des Moines, IARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Unit Manager?question toggle

    A Unit Manager oversees a specific department, facility unit, or operating area, guiding its team and managing day-to-day performance. The exact scope depends on the employer and industry.

  • What does a Unit Manager do?question toggle

    Typical duties include managing staff and schedules, setting priorities, monitoring budgets and performance, maintaining quality and safety standards, and communicating results to leadership.

  • What qualifications are needed for Unit Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary. Employers commonly value leadership experience, communication and organizational skills, and relevant industry knowledge. Some roles require a degree, professional credential, license, or specialized training.

  • How much do Unit Managers earn?question toggle

    Pay varies based on industry, location, experience, and the role's scope. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including qualifying Unit Manager opportunities.

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

    Browse Unit Manager listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Check each posting for compensation details and qualifications.