VP Of Operations Jobs in Illinois

VP Of Operations jobs in Illinois are concentrated in manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, and financial services, with demand at every level from newly promoted directors stepping into their first VP role through seasoned executives overseeing multi-site operations. Chicago drives the majority of hiring, with significant activity in Naperville, Schaumburg, and the broader Chicagoland corridor where companies like Caterpillar, United Airlines, and Abbott Laboratories maintain major operations. The most in-demand specialties are supply chain operations, healthcare system operations, and technology-enabled logistics. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles22
Top employerLevy
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring12
Work type56% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Addus HomeCare
Area VP of Sales
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Addus HomeCare
New 6h ago
Area VP of Sales
Addus HomeCare
Lisle, Illinois
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Success
$150k - $180k/yr
Master's degree in business administration
10,000+

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One to One Health
Regional VP of Clinical Operations
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One to One Health
Added 2d ago
Regional VP of Clinical Operations
One to One Health
Peoria, Illinois
Communications
Content & Communications
Public Relations (PR)
$120k - $170k/yr
Bachelor's degree
201-500

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Physicians Revenue Group Inc
Vice President of Revenue Cycle Management & Operations
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Physicians Revenue Group Inc
Added 1w ago
Vice President of Revenue Cycle Management & Operations
Physicians Revenue Group Inc
Downers Grove, Illinois
Account Management
Customer Success
Sales
$195k - $245k/yr
Six Sigma Certification

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The Vomela Companies
VP of Customer Experience & Support
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The Vomela Companies
Added 1w ago
VP of Customer Experience & Support
The Vomela Companies
Elk Grove Village, Illinois
Business Analysis
Data Analytics
Data Science
1,001-5,000

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VP of Construction - Healthcare
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Added 1w ago
VP of Construction - Healthcare
Bear Construction
Rolling Meadows, Illinois
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$190k - $230k/yr

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VP Of Operations Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
11 jobs
Alsip
1 job
Lisle
1 job
Peoria
1 job
Caledonia
1 job
Glen Ellyn
1 job
Northbrook
1 job
Bensenville
1 job
Downers Grove
1 job

VP Of Operations Job Market in Illinois

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

Who's Hiring

Levy
Levy1 open role
OnTrac
OnTrac1 open role
Advyzon
Advyzon1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Manufacturing
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Illinois Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management, or a closely related field required
  • Eight or more years of progressive operations leadership experience, including direct P&L responsibility
  • Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams across manufacturing, logistics, or healthcare operations
  • Proficiency with ERP platforms such as SAP or Oracle used widely by Illinois-based manufacturers
  • Proven ability to implement Lean or Six Sigma process improvements in a regulated Illinois industry
  • Strong stakeholder communication skills suited to matrixed, headquarter-led Illinois corporate environments

VP Of Operations Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a vp of operations in Illinois?

Most vp of operations roles in Illinois are reached through a progression from operations manager or director, typically within manufacturing, healthcare, or logistics. Illinois does not require a state-issued license for the title itself, but roles in regulated sectors such as healthcare may require facility administrator credentials through the Illinois Department of Public Health. An MBA is common among candidates who advance to this level at major Illinois employers.

How much do VP of operationses make in Illinois?

VP of operationses 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 vp of operationss in Illinois?

Employers hiring vp of operationss in Illinois right now include Levy, OnTrac, and Advyzon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's density of Fortune 500 headquarters and large regional manufacturing and healthcare systems keeps demand for senior operations leadership consistent throughout the year.

Which Illinois cities have the most vp of operations jobs?

Chicago, Alsip, and Lisle have the most vp of operations openings in Illinois. Chicago anchors the market given its concentration of corporate headquarters and major healthcare systems, while Naperville and Schaumburg attract operations leadership roles tied to the large corporate campuses and industrial facilities that ring the western and northwestern suburbs of the metro.

Are there remote vp of operations jobs in Illinois?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields because vp of operations roles frequently require on-site presence to lead facilities and teams. About 44% of vp of operations openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with remote arrangements most likely for roles focused on strategy, vendor management, or multi-site oversight rather than hands-on facility management.

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

The most realistic entry path is securing an operations manager or senior director role at a mid-size Illinois company first, then building toward a VP-level appointment from within. Large Illinois employers in manufacturing and healthcare often promote internally from plant manager or director of operations positions. Earning a PMP credential or completing an MBA through an Illinois institution such as Northwestern Kellogg or University of Illinois strengthens candidacy for the step up.

Where can I find and apply to vp of operations jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to vp of operations jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings updated regularly. Find roles that match your experience and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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