Operations Lead Jobs in Illinois

Operations Lead jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Schaumburg, and Peoria and other Illinois metros, with employers like Google, Paylocity, and 84.51˚ hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles153+
Top employerGoogle
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring62
Work type86% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Insight
Operations Lead
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Added 4d ago
Operations Lead
Insight
Hanover Park, Illinois
Business Operations
Project & Program Management
Procurement & Supply Chain
Logistics & Fleet Management
$25.72/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Kasa
Property Operations Lead
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Added 6d ago
Property Operations Lead
Kasa
Chicago, Illinois
Property Management
Hospitality & Guest Services
Quality Control
Hospitality Management
$22.00/hr
On-Site
None
11-50

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Property Operations Lead
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Property Operations Lead
Kasa
Chicago, Illinois
Property Management
Hospitality & Guest Services
Quality Control
Hospitality Management
$22.00/hr
On-Site
None
11-50

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Google
Partner Strategy and Operations Lead
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Added 1w ago
Partner Strategy and Operations Lead
Google
Chicago, Illinois
Strategy & Corporate Development
Business Operations
Project & Program Management
Data Science & Analytics
Business Strategy
Revenue Operations & Enablement
$222k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's

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Humana
Infrastructure Operations Lead Cloud and AI GenAI Enablement
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Humana
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Infrastructure Operations Lead Cloud and AI GenAI Enablement
Humana
Chicago, Illinois
Cloud & DevOps
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Cloud Engineering
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
DevOps
Technical Program Management
$142k - $196k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Operations Lead Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
63 jobs
Schaumburg
6 jobs
Peoria
4 jobs
Rolling Meadows
4 jobs
Vernon Hills
3 jobs
Berwyn
2 jobs
Bolingbrook
2 jobs
Carbondale
2 jobs
Des Plaines
2 jobs

Operations Lead Job Market in Illinois

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

Who's Hiring

  • Google
    Google9
  • Paylocity
    Paylocity6
  • 84.51˚
    84.51˚5
  • Gallagher
    Gallagher4
  • American Eagle Outfitters
    American Eagle Outfitters3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software22
  • Consulting & Professional Services18
  • Retail15
  • Manufacturing13
  • Healthcare & Medical Services10

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in operations lead jobs across Illinois.

  • Three or more years of experience managing operational workflows or teams
  • Demonstrated ability to use data to identify inefficiencies and drive process improvements
  • Proficiency with project management or operations tools such as Asana, Jira, or Monday.com
  • Experience with inventory management, supply chain, or fulfillment operations
  • Strong cross-functional communication and stakeholder coordination skills
  • Bachelor's degree in business, operations management, industrial engineering, or a related field

Operations Lead Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How many operations lead jobs are there in Illinois?

There are 153+ operations lead openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Schaumburg, and Peoria. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.

How much do operations leads make in Illinois?

Operations leads in Illinois earn a median of about $103,570 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $53,240 for the lowest 10% to over $269,320 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which Illinois cities have the most operations lead jobs?

Chicago, Schaumburg, and Peoria have the most operations lead openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire operations leads in Illinois?

Employers hiring operations leads in Illinois include Google, Paylocity, and 84.51˚, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote operations lead jobs in Illinois?

Yes. About 14% of operations lead openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.

How do I apply for operations lead jobs in Illinois?

You can apply to operations lead jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.

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