Operations Director Jobs in Georgia

Operations Director jobs in Georgia are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in logistics and supply chain, healthcare systems, financial services, and manufacturing, and openings at every level from emerging operations leaders through senior vice presidents. Atlanta, Savannah, and Augusta anchor the hiring market, with well-established employers like UPS, Emory Healthcare, and NCR Voyix consistently bringing on operations directors across divisions and subsidiaries. The most sought-after specialties in Georgia listings are supply chain operations, healthcare operations management, and technology-driven process improvement. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles132+
Top employerVisiting Nurse Health System
Top cityAtlanta, GA
Cities hiring37
Work type52% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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Bright Vision Technologies
Senior Director, Laboratory Operations Management
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Bright Vision Technologies
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Senior Director, Laboratory Operations Management
Bright Vision Technologies
Atlanta, Georgia
Healthcare Administration
Allied Health
Compliance & Legal
Project & Program Management
Laboratory Science
Compliance & Risk
$270k/yr
On-Site
Master's

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Hotel Director of Operations
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Hotel Director of Operations
Redd Hospitality
Macon, Georgia
Account Management
Customer Success
Sales
$100k - $115k/yr

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Epiphany Dermatology
Regional Operations Director (SC, GA, VA, MD, and NJ)
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Regional Operations Director (SC, GA, VA, MD, and NJ)
Epiphany Dermatology
McDonough, Georgia
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
Master's degree in business
501-1,000

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US HEART & VASCULAR
Director, Practice Operations
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Director, Practice Operations
US HEART & VASCULAR
Gainesville, Georgia
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Bachelor's degree in business

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City of Hope
Chief Operating Officer
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City of Hope
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Chief Operating Officer
City of Hope
Newnan, Georgia
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
$103.9 - $182.04/hr
Bachelor's degree in business
10,000+

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Operations Director Jobs by City in Georgia

Where Georgia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Alpharetta
6 jobs
Marietta
5 jobs
Macon
4 jobs
Gainesville
4 jobs
Augusta
3 jobs
Cumming
3 jobs
Decatur
3 jobs
Savannah
3 jobs

Operations Director Job Market in Georgia

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

Who's Hiring

Visiting Nurse Health System
Visiting Nurse Health System4 open roles
ADP
ADP2 open roles
Sodexo
Sodexo2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Education
  • News & Publishing

What Georgia Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in operations director jobs across Georgia.

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain, or a related field required
  • Seven or more years of progressive operations management experience preferred
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams of fifteen or more employees
  • Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar enterprise platforms
  • PMP or Six Sigma Green Belt certification strongly preferred by Georgia employers
  • Strong knowledge of lean process improvement methodologies and continuous improvement culture

Operations Director Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a operations director in Georgia?

Most operations director roles in Georgia require a bachelor's degree in business, operations management, supply chain, or a related discipline, with many employers preferring an MBA. Georgia does not issue a state license specific to this role, but employers across Atlanta, Savannah, and Augusta consistently favor candidates who hold a PMP certification or a Six Sigma credential. Progressing through operations manager or general manager roles at Georgia-based companies in logistics, healthcare, or manufacturing is the most common path to director-level hiring.

Which companies hire operations directors in Georgia?

Employers hiring operations directors in Georgia right now include Visiting Nurse Health System, ADP, and Sodexo, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Georgia's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, large healthcare systems, and major logistics hubs means director-level operations roles open frequently across industries ranging from supply chain and distribution to hospital administration.

Which Georgia cities have the most operations director jobs?

Atlanta, Alpharetta, and Marietta have the most operations director openings in Georgia. Atlanta dominates because it serves as the corporate headquarters city for a large share of Georgia's major employers in logistics, technology, and healthcare, while Savannah's booming port and manufacturing corridor drives strong demand for supply chain operations leaders, and Augusta's growing healthcare and cybersecurity sectors support consistent director-level hiring.

Are there remote operations director jobs in Georgia?

Yes, but they are less common than in purely analytical or finance roles, since operations directors typically oversee facilities, teams, and physical workflows that require on-site presence. About 61% of operations director openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those that do offer flexibility tend to be in technology operations, shared services, or corporate process improvement functions rather than plant or distribution center leadership.

How can I get hired as a operations director in Georgia with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving into an operations supervisor or operations manager role first, then building toward director-level responsibility. Large Georgia employers like Emory Healthcare, Delta Air Lines, and Mohawk Industries regularly recruit candidates into associate operations or management trainee programs that develop future directors internally. Earning a PMP certification or a Six Sigma Green Belt gives candidates without deep tenure a competitive credential, and lateral moves from project management, logistics coordination, or supply chain analyst roles are common stepping stones recognized by Georgia hiring teams.

Where can I find and apply to operations director jobs in Georgia?

You can find and apply to operations director jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Georgia openings across Atlanta, Savannah, Augusta, and other markets in the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and industry background, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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