Operations Manager Jobs in Illinois
Operations Manager jobs in Illinois are in strong demand, with concentrated hiring in manufacturing, logistics, healthcare systems, and financial services, and openings at every level from associate operations manager through senior director of operations. Chicago, Schaumburg, and Peoria are the most active hiring metros, anchored by large employers such as United Airlines, Caterpillar, and Advocate Health. The most in-demand specialties include supply chain operations, distribution center management, and process improvement. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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COMPENSATION
- The pay range is $73,000.00 - $132,000.00
Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your pay, Target cares about and invests in you as a team member, so that you can take care of yourself and your family. Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves. Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation. Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits.
About us:
Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture. Learn more about Target here.
A role in Distribution and Receive Centers means being on the very front lines of getting product to the guest as fast as possible – a critical differentiator and one of the most essential functions within Logistics. Whether it’s through focusing on regional or upstream distribution centers, target.com fulfillment centers, or import warehouses, you’ll have the chance to positively impact thousands of fellow team members and Target guests worldwide. There’s so much good work to be done, from Distribution Center Operations, where process and problem solving drive our results, Quality Management, which influences and maintains our good name in the retail marketplace, or overall Distribution Center Productivity, where we’re always analyzing and recalibrating how to best support our people, process and technology investments to support an ever evolving business.
A role as an Operations Manager provides a chance to influence with a focus on safety, leadership, excellence, self-motivation, problem-solving and teamwork. You will foster a “safety first” culture through awareness, training and accountability. You will quickly establish yourself as an engaging and inclusive leader with ownership for the team’s ability to maximize its productivity, growth and development. Create a positive work environment though real-time observation and specific, constructive and actionable feedback. Working with a sense of urgency will help ensure that ensure that operational plans are executed, performance and budget goals are achieved and teams are kept informed and coordinated across functions. You’ll have the autonomy to innovate with new approaches to process and method, all in the name of more efficiency and implementing future process flow optimization. Your ability to find root causes to problems will be well supported by an environment of calculated risk and testing. And your commitment to others will shine when you jump right in to help teams meet their business goals.
Core responsibilities of this job are described within this job description. Job duties may change at any time due to business needs.
ABOUT YOU:
- Four-year degree or equivalent experience
- Demonstrated leadership ability, with the ability to engage and motivate others
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
- Good reasoning, conflict-management, and analytical and problem-solving skills
- Able to access all areas of the Distribution Center, including the mezzanine platforms
- Able to read and interpret necessary policies and procedures to perform updates and operate systems and other programs within the Distribution Center, for example, ability to traverse conveyor crossovers
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Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
- Insurance
- Distribution & Wholesale
- Manufacturing
- Sports & Recreation
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in operations manager jobs across Illinois.
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain, or a related field
- Three to five years of operations, logistics, or process management experience
- Demonstrated proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle
- Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing departmental budgets
- Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder reporting
Operations Manager Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a operations manager in Illinois?
Most operations manager roles in Illinois require a bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or operations management, though employers in manufacturing and logistics increasingly value relevant experience alongside formal education. Illinois does not require a state-issued license for this role. Earning credentials such as the Certified Supply Chain Professional or a Lean Six Sigma certification strengthens your candidacy with Illinois-based manufacturing and distribution employers considerably.
How much do operations managers make in Illinois?
Operations managers 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 companies hire operations managers in Illinois?
Employers hiring operations managers in Illinois right now include Walgreens, CVS Health, and Amazon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Illinois's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, major logistics hubs, and large hospital networks means hiring is spread across industries rather than dominated by a single sector.
Which Illinois cities have the most operations manager jobs?
Chicago, Springfield, and Illinois have the most operations manager openings in Illinois. Chicago and its surrounding suburbs drive the majority of postings through corporate headquarters, O'Hare-adjacent distribution and logistics operations, and large regional hospital systems, while Peoria's concentration of manufacturing and heavy equipment employers keeps steady demand outside the metro.
Are there remote operations manager jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they're a smaller share of the market. About 60% of operations manager openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the fact that many operations roles require direct oversight of facilities, teams, or production floors. Strategy, analytics, and process improvement-focused operations roles are the most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements.
How can I get hired as a operations manager in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is moving into operations from a coordinator, analyst, or team lead role in a related function such as logistics coordination, production planning, or office administration. Large Illinois employers like Advocate Health, Walgreens, and Caterpillar run rotational or associate manager programs that bring in candidates with limited direct experience. Building familiarity with ERP systems and earning a Lean or project management credential signals readiness to Illinois hiring managers.
Where can I find and apply to operations manager jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to operations manager jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings from employers actively hiring. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the ones that match.
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