engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.Primary ResponsibilitiesHDR is looking for a Due Diligence and Planning Program Manager that is experienced with site selection, land development due diligence and master…
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Operations Manager jobs in Columbus, OH
Operations managers keep the day-to-day machinery of a business running. They manage staffing, budgets, vendors, and processes, and look for ways to make the work faster, cheaper, and more reliable.
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communities. The Role Are you a high-energy, team first, problem solver looking to accelerate your career in business operations? In this role, you will manage core operational processes for Veeva’s global Business Consu…
9.Summary: Huntington is looking for qualified candidates to become Security Operations Center Specialists.Duties & Responsibilities:Reports directly to the Security Operations Center Manager, but takes tactical directio…
responsibilities Through their strategic support, FPBs ensure seamless operations and contribute to the overall success of the organization.... ...policies and procedures; address instances of non-compliance. Manage the…
together our capabilities across strategy, consulting, technology, operations, Song and Industry X with our deep industry expertise to... ...com.The Global Capability Center (GCC) Commercial Capabilities Manager is an of…
DescriptionWith over 39 years of cross-industry management consulting experience, DeWolff, Boberg & Associates has successfully provided... ...to identify waste in time and resources to provide operational and performanc…
As the Lead Technical Program Manager within the Consumer and Community Banking (CCB) Engineering Tools & Productivity (ET&P) team,... ...beneficial outcomes. As a subject matter expert, you will also shape operational p…
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build a legacy of excellence.HDR is looking for a TMT Program Manager whose experience focuses on client development and delivery of... ...training staff working on programs.Align and communicate with operations and mark…
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yearType: Full time / Regular/PermanentCompany: Sam's ClubBusiness Segment: Supply ChainAs a General Manager, Distribution Center, you will lead a large-scale operation responsible for delivering results across safety, s…
deliver more impact together.Role description:As Business Development Director / Account Leader for Hyperscaler Clients, you will manage client experience and satisfaction, deliver client growth within the existing portf…
of our Water Business Group, you’ll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water... ...personnel, project managers, project staff, Geographic Operations Leadership,…
business strategies across all HDR geographies in coordination with Market Sector and Regional Business Group leadership, operational leadership, client managers and Business Class Directors. Reporting to the Director of…
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What operations managers earn in Columbus
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $27–$39 | $57k–$81k |
| Mid level | $39–$52 | $81k–$109k |
| Senior | $50–$71 | $104k–$147k |
Adjusted for the Columbus market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Process improvementTeam leadershipBudget managementVendor managementKPI reportingScheduling and staffingLean or Six Sigma methodsERP systemsProblem solving under pressure
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Tell me about a process you made measurably more efficient.
Give the baseline metric, the change you made, and the result in cost, time, or quality. Explain how you got the team to adopt the new way.
How do you manage a team through a busy period or staffing shortage?
Talk about forecasting demand, cross-training, and prioritizing what can slip. Show you protect service quality and the team's limits at the same time.
How do you decide which operational metrics to track?
Tie metrics to what customers and the budget feel: throughput, quality, cost per unit, and safety. Mention avoiding dashboards nobody acts on.
Describe a time you had to cut costs without hurting quality.
Show a data-first approach: find waste, renegotiate with vendors, or fix rework loops before cutting people or materials that quality depends on.
Tell me about a vendor or supplier problem you resolved.
Describe holding the vendor to the agreement while keeping the relationship workable, and the backup plan you had ready.
How do you roll out a process change to a team that resists it?
Emphasize involving the people who do the work in designing the change, piloting it small, and showing early wins before mandating anything.
Walk me through your approach to an operational emergency, like a system outage or a missed shipment.
Show a calm sequence: stabilize, communicate to those affected, fix the immediate problem, then run a root-cause review so it does not repeat.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For operations managers specifically — generic advice costs you here
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Quantify the operation you ran: headcount, budget, locations, or units processed per period.
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Give cost and efficiency wins in dollars or percentages, with the baseline you improved from.
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Name the systems you worked in, such as NetSuite, SAP, or WMS platforms, since ops roles often screen on them.
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Include one people result, like retention or reduced overtime, to show you manage teams and not only spreadsheets.
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If you used Lean or Six Sigma methods, cite a specific project and its outcome rather than the belt alone.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Operations Coordinator
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Operations Supervisor
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Operations Manager
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Senior Operations Manager
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Director of Operations
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