An Operations Manager manages the big picture and identifies areas of improvement. The average Operations Manager's responsibilities include:
- Long-term planning to support the company's goals
- Coordinating different teams to foster an exchange of ideas and provide cross-team learning opportunities
- Assessing and analyzing departmental budgets to find ways to optimize profitability
- Inspiring and motivating employees through positive encouragement and incentive initiatives
- Communicating with stakeholders about shifting company priorities and projects
- Identifying potential problems and points of friction and finding solutions to maximize efficiency and revenue
- Identifying opportunities to expand or shift course based on market changes
- Enforcing regulatory and safety standards
