Business Operations Manager Jobs in Colorado

Business Operations Manager jobs in Colorado are concentrated in technology, aerospace and defense, financial services, and healthcare, with demand at every level from operations coordinator to senior director of business operations. Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder anchor the largest share of openings, where established employers such as Lockheed Martin, Centura Health, and Charles Schwab maintain substantial operations management teams. Process improvement, strategic planning, and cross-functional program management are the most in-demand specialties across the state. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles33
Top employerXcel Energy
Top cityDenver, CO
Cities hiring14
Work type63% Hybrid
Top industryEnergy

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Business Operations Analyst, Electric Distribution and Water
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Business Operations Analyst, Electric Distribution and Water
CoBank
Greenwood Village, Colorado
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Project Management
$82k - $93k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Business Operations Analyst, Banking Products and Services
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Business Operations Analyst, Banking Products and Services
CoBank
Greenwood Village, Colorado
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Project Management
$82k - $93k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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FedEx Ground Operations Manager / Business Contact (BC)
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FedEx Ground Operations Manager / Business Contact (BC)
Denver Greenlight, Inc.
Broomfield, Colorado
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Project Management
On-Site
DOT Physical Certification

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FedEx Ground Operations Manager / Business Contact (BC)
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FedEx Ground Operations Manager / Business Contact (BC)
Denver Greenlight, Inc.
Aurora, Colorado
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
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Business Operations Manager Jobs by City in Colorado

Where Colorado roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Denver
11 jobs
Broomfield
4 jobs
Littleton
3 jobs
Greenwood Village
3 jobs
Lakewood
2 jobs
Englewood
2 jobs
Arvada
1 job
Aurora
1 job
Greeley
1 job

Business Operations Manager Job Market in Colorado

A snapshot from current Colorado openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Xcel Energy
Xcel Energy4 open roles
BAE Systems USA
BAE Systems USA3 open roles
CarMax
CarMax2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Energy
  • Technology & Software

What Colorado Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in business operations manager jobs across Colorado.

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management, or a related field
  • Five or more years of progressive experience in business operations or program management
  • Demonstrated proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams and driving process improvement initiatives
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret operational data and present findings
  • PMP or Lean Six Sigma certification preferred by many Colorado employers

Business Operations Manager Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a business operations manager in Colorado?

Colorado does not require a state-issued license to work as a business operations manager. Most employers in the state hire candidates with a bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management, or a related discipline, combined with several years of progressive operations experience. Earning a Project Management Professional certification or a Lean Six Sigma credential strengthens your candidacy significantly with Colorado's large aerospace, technology, and healthcare employers.

How much do business operations managers make in Colorado?

Business operations managers in Colorado earn a median of about $131,840 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $65,310 for the lowest 10% to over $305,040 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire business operations managers in Colorado?

Colorado business operations manager roles are posted by Xcel Energy, BAE Systems USA, and CarMax and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Colorado's concentration of aerospace primes, regional health systems, and financial services firms makes it one of the more active states for this role year-round.

Which Colorado cities have the most business operations manager jobs?

Denver, Broomfield, and Littleton account for the largest share of business operations manager openings in Colorado. Denver leads because of its density of corporate headquarters, regional offices, and health systems, while Colorado Springs draws demand from defense contractors and military-affiliated organizations, and Boulder's technology and bioscience cluster generates consistent openings at growing mid-size companies.

Are there remote business operations manager jobs in Colorado?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 84% of business operations manager openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the role's desk-based and analytical nature. The functions most commonly offered remotely include financial reporting, vendor management, and process documentation, while roles requiring direct oversight of facilities or production lines tend to remain on-site.

How can I get hired as a business operations manager in Colorado with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving into the role from an adjacent position such as operations coordinator, project analyst, or administrative manager, all of which appear frequently in Colorado job postings. Large employers like Centura Health and Lockheed Martin run rotational operations programs and internal promotion tracks that develop early-career candidates. Earning a Lean Six Sigma Yellow or Green Belt gives you a measurable credential that Colorado employers recognize, even without a long operations title history.

Where can I find and apply to business operations manager jobs in Colorado?

You can find and apply to business operations manager jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings. Search the listings, find the roles that fit your background and target location, and apply directly to the ones that match.

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