Service Operations Manager Jobs in Illinois

Service Operations Manager jobs in Illinois are in strong demand, with openings concentrated in logistics and supply chain, healthcare systems, financial services, and manufacturing operations, and roles available from entry-level coordinator positions through senior director levels. Chicago leads hiring volume by a wide margin, with Rockford and Peoria rounding out the active regional markets, and well-established employers such as United Airlines, Advocate Health Care, and Caterpillar consistently recruit for these roles across their Illinois footprints. The most in-demand specialties are field service operations, customer experience operations, and multi-site facilities management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles8
Top employerRush University Medical Center
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring5
Work type100% Hybrid
Top industryRetail

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NetJets
Site Manager, Service Hub Operations & Aircraft Maintenance (NJUS)
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Site Manager, Service Hub Operations & Aircraft Maintenance (NJUS)
NetJets
Chicago, Illinois
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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Rush University Medical Center
Sr Mgr Facilities Business Operations
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Sr Mgr Facilities Business Operations
Rush University Medical Center
Chicago, Illinois
Communications
Content & Communications
Public Relations (PR)
$59.51 - $88.67/hr
Master's degree in business administration

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AHOLD Delhaize
Senior Manager, Service Now Platform Operations
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Senior Manager, Service Now Platform Operations
AHOLD Delhaize
Chicago, Illinois
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
Human Resources
$151k - $227k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Amazon.com
Pathways Operations Mgr - MBA - AMZ27027.1
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Pathways Operations Mgr - MBA - AMZ27027.1
Amazon.com
Matteson, Illinois
Logistics & Inventory
Procurement & Supply Chain
Supply Chain
$135k - $162k/yr
Master's degree in business administration
10,000+

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Amcor
Mgr - Operations Planning I
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Mgr - Operations Planning I
Amcor
Batavia, Illinois
Compliance & Risk
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Health & Safety
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
$98k - $147k/yr
Bachelor's degree in business
10,000+

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Service Operations Manager Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
4 jobs
Batavia
1 job
Swansea
1 job
Matteson
1 job
Elk Grove Village
1 job

Service Operations Manager Job Market in Illinois

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

Who's Hiring

Rush University Medical Center
Rush University Medical Center2 open roles
Amcor
Amcor1 open role
NetJets
NetJets1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Retail
  • Chemicals & Materials
  • Technology & Software
  • Distribution & Wholesale
  • E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces

What Illinois Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management, or a related field
  • Three or more years of experience managing service teams or operational workflows
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and monitor key performance indicators and service metrics
  • Proficiency with workforce management platforms and enterprise resource planning systems
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting to senior Illinois leadership

Service Operations Manager Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a service operations manager in Illinois?

Most Illinois employers require a bachelor's degree in business, operations management, or a closely related field, combined with progressively responsible experience in a service or operations environment. Illinois does not issue a state license specific to this role, so the path runs through demonstrated leadership experience rather than a credential board. Professional certifications such as the Certified Manager credential from the Institute of Certified Professional Managers or a Six Sigma Green Belt strengthen candidacy considerably with Illinois's larger employers.

How much do service operations managers make in Illinois?

Service 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 service operations managers in Illinois?

Employers hiring service operations managers in Illinois right now include Rush University Medical Center, Amcor, and NetJets, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's concentration of corporate headquarters, major health systems, and logistics hubs means hiring is spread across multiple industries rather than dominated by a single sector.

Which Illinois cities have the most service operations manager jobs?

Chicago, Batavia, and Swansea have the most service operations manager openings in Illinois. Chicago's sheer concentration of corporate headquarters, hospital networks, and regional distribution centers drives the bulk of postings, while Rockford and Peoria reflect strong demand from manufacturing operations and regional healthcare systems that anchor those mid-size Illinois markets.

Are there remote service operations manager jobs in Illinois?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely analytical roles, since service operations management often requires on-site oversight of teams, facilities, or customer touchpoints. About 100% of service operations manager openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with most of those positions covering functions such as vendor coordination, reporting, and process improvement rather than direct floor or field supervision.

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

The most realistic entry path is moving into an operations coordinator or service team lead role first, then building toward a manager title. Large Illinois employers such as Advocate Health Care, United Airlines, and Caterpillar routinely post associate operations roles and rotational programs designed for candidates without direct management experience. A project management certificate or a Lean Six Sigma White Belt credential signals readiness and is recognized by Illinois hiring teams. Adjacent roles in customer service supervision, logistics coordination, or facilities support are the most common lateral moves that open the door.

Where can I find and apply to service operations manager jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to service operations manager jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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