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Job outlook for managers of operations excellence in the United States
Are manager of operations excellence jobs in demand?
Yes, manager of operations excellence jobs are in demand. Manager of operations excellence demand is projected to grow 6% from 2018 to 2028.
Manager of operations excellence job and salary trends over time
Compare the number of manager of operations excellence jobs and the average manager of operations excellence salary over time.
Manager of operations excellence jobs over time
Manager of operations excellence job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,918 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 1,508 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 1,542 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 1,471 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 1,421 | 0.00% |
Average manager of operations excellence salary over time
Manager of operations excellence salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $109,903 | $52.84 | +2.8% |
| 2024 | $106,860 | $51.37 | --0.1% |
| 2023 | $107,019 | $51.45 | +0.5% |
| 2022 | $106,467 | $51.19 | +1.1% |
| 2021 | $105,301 | $50.63 | +1.6% |
Manager of operations excellence jobs by state
The map below shows you the number of manager of operations excellence job openings in each state. The darker areas on the map show where managers of operations excellence earn the highest salaries across all 50 states.
Average salary: Job openings:
Most common states for managers of operations excellence
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 415 | 60% |
| 2 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 443 | 33% |
| 3 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 1,624 | 29% |
| 4 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 291 | 28% |
| 5 | North Carolina | 10,273,419 | 2,589 | 25% |
| 6 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 1,730 | 25% |
| 7 | Indiana | 6,666,818 | 1,648 | 25% |
| 8 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 781 | 25% |
| 9 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 220 | 25% |
| 10 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 146 | 25% |
| 11 | Georgia | 10,429,379 | 2,509 | 24% |
| 12 | Kansas | 2,913,123 | 700 | 24% |
| 13 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 468 | 24% |
| 14 | Delaware | 961,939 | 235 | 24% |
| 15 | Pennsylvania | 12,805,537 | 2,955 | 23% |
| 16 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 302 | 23% |
| 17 | Alaska | 739,795 | 171 | 23% |
| 18 | Tennessee | 6,715,984 | 1,424 | 21% |
| 19 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 223 | 21% |
| 20 | Ohio | 11,658,609 | 2,325 | 20% |
Most common cities for managers of operations excellence
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Annapolis | 2 | 5% | $100,072 |
| 2 | Eagle | 1 | 4% | $89,559 |
| 3 | Dover | 1 | 3% | $101,838 |
| 4 | Foster City | 1 | 3% | $140,932 |
| 5 | Lansing | 2 | 2% | $99,363 |
| 6 | Springfield | 2 | 2% | $91,074 |
| 7 | Billerica | 1 | 2% | $110,473 |
| 8 | Baton Rouge | 2 | 1% | $92,183 |
| 9 | Urban Honolulu | 2 | 1% | $88,781 |
| 10 | Phoenix | 3 | 0% | $104,628 |
| 11 | Atlanta | 2 | 0% | $84,171 |
| 12 | Boston | 2 | 0% | $110,667 |
| 13 | Indianapolis | 2 | 0% | $102,075 |
| 14 | San Diego | 2 | 0% | $130,502 |
| 15 | Birmingham | 1 | 0% | $97,594 |
| 16 | Denver | 1 | 0% | $127,268 |
| 17 | Des Moines | 1 | 0% | $99,054 |
Manager Of Operations Excellence job outlook: Expert opinions
We spoke to manager of operations excellence professors and experts from several universities and companies to get their opinions on where the manager of operations excellence job market for recent graduates is heading and how young graduates entering the manager of operations excellence industry can be adequately prepared. Here are their thoughts.
Our panel of manager of operations excellence experts
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Lauren Smith
Susquehanna University
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Dr. Ben Littlepage
Murray State University
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Lauren Smith
Lecturer of Management & MarketingSusquehanna University
Business Administration, Management And Operations
What will help Managers Of Operations Excellence increase their earning potential?
Lauren Smith: Lauren Smith highlights the significance of skills in organizational management, operations, training development, and marketing, providing a well-rounded perspective on corporate dynamics.
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Dr. Ben Littlepage
ProfessorMurray State University
Educational Administration And Supervision
What will help Managers Of Operations Excellence increase their earning potential?
Dr. Ben Littlepage: Salary is maximized when leaders are sought after. Leaders who pursue meaningful experiences and remain 'market ready' are viewed as an asset to any organization. Leaders must carefully consider where the field is moving and respond.
Manager of operations excellence jobs
Updated July 24, 2024