Operations Manager — Operations Strategy & Planning

Job overview

The Operations Manager — Operations Strategy & Planning role is remote, with the posting identifying Nevada, MO as the listing location. Compensation is not specified. The role works with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to support organizational goals through operational strategy and planning. The manager translates strategic objectives into operational plans, measurable targets, and resource plans. By monitoring performance, analyzing data, and leading improvement initiatives, the role aims to improve efficiency, productivity, service quality, and cost effectiveness.

What you'll do

• Develop operational strategies and plans aligned with organizational goals
• translate corporate strategy into initiatives and performance targets
• forecast capacity and resource needs
• monitor performance against goals, budgets, KPIs, and service targets
• analyze data and maintain dashboards and reports
• identify productivity and cost improvements
• lead operational improvement initiatives and scenario planning
• develop contingency and continuity plans
• partner with Finance on budgets and forecasts
• coordinate resources
• establish standards and improve workflows
• collaborate across departments
• report recommendations to senior management
• manage operational risks and compliance
• mentor operations team members.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

operations manager

operations strategy

operational planning

capacity planning

workforce planning

resource allocation

kpi development

budgeting & forecasting

process improvement

business transformation

remote

the helmsman group

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The posting identifies the position as remote and requests a bachelor's degree and 5–8 years of relevant experience.

About the employer

The Helmsman Group LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Unclassified (placeholder). Sector: 99.