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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$92K - $142K *

Manage complex global HR technology initiatives, driving transformation and adoption while balancing business outcomes and compliance, in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment that fosters collab...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Champion the future of resident care by leading a dedicated team, ensuring high-quality service and support for residents in an Assisted Living environment. Drive operational excellence while fosterin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $130K *

Elevate operational excellence by managing the customer service backbone, ensuring seamless Quote-to-Cash processes, and driving efficiency across Sales, Finance, and Customer Success in a fast-scalin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$77K - $100K *

Elevate patient experiences by leading dining and mailroom services in a healthcare setting. Drive operational excellence, ensure compliance, and foster a compassionate culture while managing frontlin...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$130K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team as a Product Manager, driving the vision and execution of AI-powered tools that enhance developer productivity. Collaborate across engineering and research to innovate solutions th...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by overseeing construction projects, ensuring compliance with budgets and schedules, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver successful outcomes in a dynamic envir...

Yesterday

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

$110K - $130K *

Oversee daily operations to drive customer satisfaction and financial success. Lead skilled teams in service, installation, and support. Ensure long-term operational effectiveness while meeting corpor...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing maintenance operations, ensuring equipment reliability, and minimizing downtime. Lead initiatives that enhance production efficiency while fostering a safe a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by overseeing program management activities, supervising a dedicated team, and ensuring adherence to policies and procedures. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance effi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $90K *

Transform patient care by leading a dedicated nursing team, ensuring compliance with health regulations, and enhancing quality assurance in a long-term care setting. Drive individual care planning and...

1 week ago

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

$97K - $139K *

Empower cross-functional teams to swiftly resolve major incidents, ensuring minimal disruption and effective communication. Leverage technical expertise and crisis management skills to drive incident...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing high-profile New Generation programs and projects, collaborating across departments to analyze data, optimize project performance, and ensure timely completion within budge...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by building and leading a high-performance group administration team. Influence processes and client experience while collaborating with key stakeholders to shape the futu...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead maintenance operations in a highly automated distribution environment, ensuring optimal performance and reliability of systems while driving continuous improvement and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$118K - $150K *

Empower your career by leading customer engagements and enhancing upgrade processes within a dynamic program. Collaborate with teams to drive project success, improve methodologies, and foster custome...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Elevate operational excellence by managing day-to-day functions across supply chain, manufacturing, and logistics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product availability and compliance...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to effective configuration and data management supporting life-cycle engineering for diverse military and government partners, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and compliance across technical...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Drive the renewal forecasting process by managing weekly reviews, ensuring data integrity, and collaborating across teams to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy in revenue operations...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $195K *

Elevate your career by leading complex transformation projects that drive change and deliver measurable outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage project lifecycles, ensuring alignme...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic community by leading business development, enhancing resident services, and ensuring compliance. Drive sales strategies, foster relationships, and manage operations fo...

Bonita Springs, FLRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform resident care by leading business development, ensuring quality service, and enhancing resident engagement in a supportive and compliant environment. Drive financial management and operation...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by leading the maintenance departments, ensuring safety compliance, effective resource allocation, and minimizing downtime while fostering team engagement and delivering o...

Thunder Bay, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$109K - $164K *

Transform finance operations by leading back-office processes, enhancing accuracy and compliance, and driving system improvements. Collaborate across teams to optimize financial performance and suppor...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $135K *

Transform the airline industry by leading a critical, high-visibility program that orchestrates multiple technology workstreams. Drive accessibility initiatives and engage effectively with stakeholder...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing service delivery for customer implementations, ensuring timely execution and operational transition. Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to meet service commitments...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.