The Senior Operations Manager leads strategy development, manages performance evaluation, and oversees operational excellence across multiple sites, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement.
This is a remote position.
This is a position within Haldren and not with one of its clients.
The Senior Operations Manager is a senior leader for Haldren in United States, working from Houston. The role shapes strategy, develops leaders, and drives performance through well-defined operating rhythms. The position partners closely with cross-functional executives to manage risk and accelerate growth.
Key Responsibilities
• Manage budgets, vendors, and external partners to meet targets and service levels.
• Partner with Sales, Finance, Operations, and Technology leaders to resolve blockers.
• Improve end-to-end operational performance, including capacity planning and process optimization.
• Define KPIs and cadence for reviews; report progress with actionable insights.
• Set a clear strategy, operating model, and annual plan aligned to country priorities.
• Drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance with applicable standards and policies.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team, including succession planning.
• Establish risk management practices and escalate issues early with clear mitigation plans.
Requirements
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience, including managing managers.
• Background in operational excellence (Lean/Six Sigma) and multi-site performance management.
• Proven ability to build strategy, translate it into execution plans, and deliver measurable outcomes.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with distributed teams.
• Experience with budgeting, vendor management, and KPI-driven operating rhythms.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; advanced degree is an advantage.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills with senior internal partners.
Benefits
• Salary: $150,000-$195,000
• Performance-linked bonus opportunity (role-dependent).
• Opportunities for professional growth through leadership development and internal mobility.
• Flat management structure with direct access to decision-makers.
• Open communication environment.
• Full medical coverage.
• Flexible work arrangements where role and local practice permit.
To learn more about Haldren, please see: https://www.haldren.com/houston/
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Haldren considers applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Commitment to Diversity
A diverse workforce and inclusive culture are recognized as business strengths. Selection decisions are based on role-related qualifications, skills, and experience.
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Pay Equity
Compensation is determined using role scope, experience, market benchmarks, and internal equity. Pay decisions are reviewed to reduce the risk of unjustified pay disparities.
Health and Safety
A safe working environment is maintained through risk assessment, training, and adherence to occupational health and safety requirements. Candidates may be asked to comply with local safety policies relevant to the role.
Pay Equity
Requests for pay information and accommodation are handled in line with local requirements. Where mandated, salary history is not requested, and pay transparency obligations are respected.
Compliance with Law
Employment is offered subject to verification of identity, right to work, and any lawful background checks. Terms and conditions follow applicable labor, tax, and immigration laws.
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