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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$87K - $157K *

Empower your career by leading recoupment claim management and BOT automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and ensure compliance while managing multiple p...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of complex institutional partnerships, driving customer success and retention. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance account growth, manage contracts, and optimize platform implemen...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$106K - $177K *

Engage with customers to quantify and communicate the value of software solutions. Collaborate with sales teams to develop business cases and conduct ROI analyses, driving customer retention and expan...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $125K *

Champion operational excellence by managing cross-regional teams, ensuring consistent performance standards, and facilitating effective agent execution. Drive strategic initiatives and resolve conflic...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional medical information services to clients. Provide oversight, manage client relationships, and ensure compliance with performance metrics while mentoring staff...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive efficient order management and logistics operations, ensuring compliance with pharmaceutical regulations while collaborating with internal teams and 3PL partners to optimize product flow and per...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$136K - $163K *

Build and lead a high-performing QA team, developing automation frameworks and testing strategies for AI-driven products. Collaborate with engineering to enhance quality and efficiency in a fast-paced...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in optimizing Workday integration solutions by designing, developing, and maintaining robust integrations that enhance data flow between various systems, ensuring seamless collaboratio...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $193K *

Join a dynamic team to analyze Medicaid data and translate policy into actionable insights. Leverage your expertise in T-MSIS data and SQL to drive model operations, ensuring quality and accuracy in a...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$172K - $237K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team in security operations. Enhance our AI security strategy and respond to incidents, while ensuring robust protection of endpoints, SaaS, and infrastructure ag...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$172K - $237K *

Join a transformative role to lead security operations, build a top-tier engineering team, and safeguard our critical infrastructure while enhancing our AI security strategy through collaborative effo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$118K - $174K *

Lead the charge in delivering large-scale SAP transformation programs, ensuring strategic alignment and effective stakeholder collaboration while managing risks and optimizing resources for successful...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $149K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$127K - $150K *

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

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $225K *

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

$202K - $334K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical research through comprehensive trial management, vendor oversight, and strategic operations, ensuring successful delivery of studies from initiation...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate customer solutions from pre-sale to ownership transfer, ensuring project feasibility, risk management, and effective communication. Collaborate with teams to optimize site execution and delive...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$132K - $208K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $146K *

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Illinois, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.