Director of Operations Hiring Guide | LinkedIn Talent Solutions

A director of operations oversees business operations and resource allocation to improve a company’s efficiency. They may be called upon to lend human resources support or research emerging technologies that could improve competitiveness. It is up to the director of operations to ensure teams are well-staffed, job descriptions are created for the roles the company needs filled, and new hires are adequately trained. While a director of operations hire is most common in mid- and large-size companies, any growing organization can benefit from this executive-level professional’s talents.

You might hire a director of operations to:

Analyze data to identify opportunities for budget cuts and competitive investments

Develop and communicate new policies and procedures that improve daily workflow
Assist human resources to develop job descriptions, oversee new hires, and train staff
Create financial plans for each department to help meet company objectives

Required skills and qualifications	Preferred skills and qualifications
Proven organization and leadership abilities	Experience creating budgets and business plans
Excellent interpersonal communication skills	Employee management and training expertise
Problem-solving and decision-making skills	Ten or more years of work experience
High-level understanding of multiple business disciplines, such as customer service, finance, logistics, manufacturing, and research and development (R&D)	A degree in business administration, finance, management, or any related field
Working knowledge of data analysis and performance/operation metrics	Familiarity with industry innovations and technology solutions