Chicago

Operations Managers
Headhunters in Chicago

Connect with 260+ verified recruiters specializing in Chicago. Average placement time: 28 days. Success rate: 88%.

Headhunters

260+

Avg. Time

28 days

Success Rate

88%

Avg. Salary

$115,000

Why use a headhunter for Operations Managers in Chicago?

Finding qualified operations managers in Chicago requires deep market knowledge and extensive networks. The best candidates are often not actively job searching, making them invisible to traditional job postings.

Our network of 260+ specialized headhunters maintains relationships with passive candidates at top companies, helping you access talent you'd never find on your own.

The average operations managers salary in Chicago is $115,000, though compensation varies significantly based on experience, company stage, and specific responsibilities.

With demand growing +15% year-over-year, competition for top talent is intense. Companies using our platform fill positions in 28 days on average.

Top companies hiring Operations Managers in Chicago

Amazon logoAmazon
FedEx logoFedEx
UPS logoUPS
Flexport logoFlexport
DHL logoDHL

What we look for in Operations Managers

Minimum 50+ successful placements
Deep network in the local market
88%+ success rate on assignments
Transparent communication and regular updates
Understanding of compensation benchmarks
Track record with both startups and enterprises

Top Operations Managers headhunters in Chicago

Verified specialists with proven track records placing operations managers at leading companies in Chicago.

Ashley Lee

Ashley Lee

Partner

Korn Ferry

Specialized in placing Operations Managers at top companies. 20+ years of experience in executive recruitment.

4.560 placements
Operations ManagersExecutive Search
Daniel Taylor

Daniel Taylor

Managing Director

Spencer Stuart

Specialized in placing Operations Managers at top companies. 20+ years of experience in executive recruitment.

4.667 placements
OperationsLeadership
Nicole Williams

Nicole Williams

Principal

Egon Zehnder

Specialized in placing Operations Managers at top companies. 20+ years of experience in executive recruitment.

4.774 placements
Executive SearchStartups
Christopher Anderson

Christopher Anderson

Senior Partner

DHR International

Specialized in placing Operations Managers at top companies. 20+ years of experience in executive recruitment.

4.881 placements
LeadershipEnterprise
Stephanie Miller

Stephanie Miller

Director

Riviera Partners

Specialized in placing Operations Managers at top companies. 20+ years of experience in executive recruitment.

4.988 placements
StartupsSeries A-C
Sarah Lee

Sarah Lee

Partner

Korn Ferry

Specialized in placing Operations Managers at top companies. 20+ years of experience in executive recruitment.

4.595 placements
EnterpriseFortune 500

How it works

01

Brief us

Share your requirements. We handle everything else.

02

We match

Our algorithm assigns the best specialists for your role.

03

Watch live

Track every candidate and update in real-time.

04

Hire fast

Close top talent 10x faster than traditional agencies.

Operations Managers market insights in Chicago

Demand Growth
+15%

Year-over-year increase in job openings in Chicago

Avg. Compensation
$115,000

Base salary for mid-senior operations managers in Chicago

Time to Fill
30 days

Average time to fill positions through our platform

Success Rate
88%

Of searches completed successfully within 90 days

Frequently asked questions

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