How to hire a global operations manager

How to hire a global operations manager, step by step

Here's a step-by-step global operations manager hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a global operations manager job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new global operations manager
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your global operations manager job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a global operations manager for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a global operations manager to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a global operations manager that fits the bill.

   This list shows salaries for various types of global operations managers.

   Type of Global Operations Manager	Description	Hourly rate
   Global Operations Manager	Top executives devise strategies and policies to ensure that an organization meets its goals. They plan, direct, and coordinate operational activities of companies and organizations.	$37-68
   Manager, Center Operations	The duties of a manager of center operations depend on one's industry of employment. Typically, their responsibilities revolve around overseeing business operations, setting targets, assessing the workforce's performance, and performing corrective measures on any issues or concerns... Show more	$18-46
   General Manager Of Operations	General managers of operations are employed to oversee the overall operations of businesses. Their responsibilities include the improvement of the efficiency of the operations and overall management... Show more	$23-79

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Project Management
   • Global Operations
   • Infrastructure
   • Process Improvement
   • Logistics
   • Continuous Improvement
   • HR
   • KPIs
   • Direct Reports
   • Performance Management
   • Digital Marketing
   • Customer Satisfaction
   • ROI
   • Impact Analysis

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage payroll distribution process ensuring timeliness, accuracy, and confidentiality to protect client's privacy and prevent liability of exposure.
   • Design renewal sales and operations KPIs while overhauling SLA program to provide real time qualitative measurement of rep activities.
   • Maintain capital expense budget and provide ROI analysis / capacity planning.
   • Provide expertise in automate logistics management systems pertaining to supply, maintenance, and transportation.
   • Develop cross-channel logistics movements and freight strategies to provide a more cost-effective supply chain management: competitor pricing analysis.
   • Prepare and present high level operations reporting of KPIs and metrics including quality and financial performance dashboards to executive management.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your global operations manager job description helps attract top candidates to the position. A global operations manager salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

   For example, the average salary for a global operations manager in Mississippi may be lower than in Washington, and an entry-level global operations manager usually earns less than a senior-level global operations manager. Additionally, a global operations manager with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

   Average global operations manager salary

   $105,172yearly

   $50.56 hourly rate

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   Entry-level global operations manager salary

   $77,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 17, 2025

   Average global operations manager salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	District of Columbia	$127,497	$61
   2	California	$126,158	$61
   3	Washington	$125,297	$60
   4	Colorado	$121,029	$58
   5	New Jersey	$120,559	$58
   6	New York	$116,856	$56
   7	Massachusetts	$110,478	$53
   8	Virginia	$108,152	$52
   9	Oregon	$104,398	$50
   10	Maryland	$101,960	$49
   11	Indiana	$101,747	$49
   12	Texas	$100,195	$48
   13	North Dakota	$98,318	$47
   14	Ohio	$94,685	$46
   15	Pennsylvania	$93,295	$45
   16	North Carolina	$92,693	$45
   17	Utah	$86,801	$42
   18	Michigan	$86,750	$42
   19	Louisiana	$83,112	$40
   20	Georgia	$81,211	$39

   Average global operations manager salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Meta	$135,572	$65.18	226
   2	Apple	$133,171	$64.02	40
   3	Databricks	$132,515	$63.71	5
   4	Google	$127,262	$61.18	115
   5	Flexport	$125,723	$60.44	33
   6	Nike	$123,400	$59.33	13
   7	Alexion Pharmaceuticals	$122,884	$59.08	2
   8	Qualtrics	$121,298	$58.32	13
   9	BioMarin	$120,282	$57.83	2
   10	Amgen	$119,819	$57.61	39
   11	Citi	$119,799	$57.60	37
   12	Amazon	$119,232	$57.32	1,487
   13	Teleflex	$116,629	$56.07	3
   14	Revel Systems	$116,452	$55.99
   15	Bristol-Myers Squibb	$114,046	$54.83	50
   16	Lam Research	$113,345	$54.49	6
   17	Boston Scientific	$112,106	$53.90	12
   18	The Home Depot	$112,012	$53.85	193
   19	Expedia Group	$111,087	$53.41	20
   20	McAfee	$111,015	$53.37	1

4. Writing a global operations manager job description

   A job description for a global operations manager role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a global operations manager job description:

   Global operations manager job description example

   Are you inspired by “what's next”? So are we.
   
   When you join the Albemarle team, you contribute to a better tomorrow. You will play a role in powering many of the world's largest and most critical industries, from energy and communications to transportation and electronics. We are putting innovation to work to improve people's lives and we want YOU to be a part of it.
   
   Job Description
   
   Position Summary
   
   The S&OP Global Process Manager will partner with the COE (Center of Excellence), S&OP team, Supply Chain organization, and Finance to drive the five-year strategy for Supply Chain excellence by ensure cross functional implementation and utilization of the SAP IBP planning tools, partnering with the COE to develop training materials and standard practices and ensuring world class processes are implemented.
   
   Essential Duties and Responsibilities
   Partner with Supply Chain team to implement full planning in IBP planning system Provide overall support as the SME for Demand and Supply planning in IBP planning system Actively review process, inputs, outputs, and internal expectations for continuous improvement of the S&OP planning process Develop cross GBU best practices sharing and alignment Work with world class organizations to improve forecasting and supply planning processes across the GBUDevelop feedback loop with internal key stakeholders to ensure effectiveness of the process and systems development
   
   Education and Qualifications
   Bachelor's Degree in supply chain management, operations, mathematics, or a related fieldS&OP Training, APICS Certification or IBF Certification a plus3 years of experience using MS Office applications (such as Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and/or Access)3 years of experience working within supply chain functions3 years of hands-on information gathering, analysis and management reporting3 years of hands-on experience with modeling, analysis, and simulations tools Membership of professional organizations, trade or user groups, and a pattern of regular attendance at industry conferences to enhance knowledge of supply chain planning
   
   Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
   High levels of personal integrity when conducting the professional affairs of the organization, and dealing with sensitive and confidential data relating to risk and cost Show adaptability and flexibility within the process where necessary Be resourceful and motivated to grow, learn and improve the process Show curiosity by asking questions, learning about the business, and understanding financial impacts of the Demand PlanStrong presentation and speaking skills, ability to tell a story and gain alignment on the plan Ability to drive change, and hold external team members accountable for process improvements Strong communication skills, with a proven ability to understand key concepts and communicate with business stakeholders Strong organizational skills, as well as the ability to perform in a command-and-control role under pressure and manage multiple priorities with competing demands Strong analytical, data-processing, and problem-solving skills Proficiency in process formulation and improvement Proficiency in working in a fast-paced, complex, dynamic, multicultural business environment Data gathering, and quantitative and qualitative data analysis, including business process metrics and measures linking to business KPIs.Mathematical/statistical abilities
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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find global operations managers for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

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   • Post your global operations manager job on Zippia to find and recruit global operations manager candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit global operations managers, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new global operations manager

   Once you've selected the best global operations manager candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new global operations manager. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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