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Product Operations Director

Columbus, OH

$225K - $235K/yr

... direct reporting line. What You'll Need: Experience: 8-10+ years in Product Operations or Product Management with at least 3+ years in a leadership capacity. The "Hybrid" Background: Must have ...

Director, Product Strategy & Operations

Irving, TX ยท On-site

$223K - $234K/yr

About the Role The Director, Product Strategy & Operations operates as a leader within the product organization to drive operating model and management mechanisms across Pharmacy Management, Clinical ...

Director of Product Operations

San Francisco, CA ยท On-site

$274K - $287K/yr

About the Role We're seeking a Director of Product Operations, to lead the planning, execution, and process excellence for our Product organization. In this role, you'll ensure our product managers ...

Director of Product Operations

Pittsburgh, PA ยท On-site

$226K - $236K/yr

They are looking for an experienced and strategic Director of Product Operations to build and lead their product operations function, partnering closely with various teams to optimize processes and ...

Director of Product Operations

Arlington, VA ยท On-site

$268K - $281K/yr

They are looking for an experienced and strategic Director of Product Operations to build and lead their product operations function, partnering closely with various teams to optimize processes and ...

Director of Product Operations

Pittsburgh, PA ยท On-site

$226K - $236K/yr

They are looking for an experienced and strategic Director of Product Operations to build and lead their product operations function, partnering closely with various teams to optimize processes and ...

Director of Product Operations

Arlington, VA ยท On-site

$268K - $281K/yr

They are looking for an experienced and strategic Director of Product Operations to build and lead their product operations function, partnering closely with various teams to optimize processes and ...

Director of Product Operations

Arlington, VA ยท On-site

$268K - $280K/yr

We are looking for an experienced and strategic Director of Product Operations to build and lead our product operations function. In this critical leadership role, you will partner closely with ...

We are looking for an experienced and strategic Director of Product Operations to build and lead our product operations function. In this critical leadership role, you will partner closely with ...

Director of Product Operations

Arlington, VA

$268K - $280K/yr

We are looking for an experienced and strategic Director of Product Operations to build and lead our product operations function. In this critical leadership role, you will partner closely with ...

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How much do director product operations jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for director product operations in the United States is $230,997.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $233,000.00 and $244,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Director of Product Operations do?

A Director of Product Operations oversees the processes, tools, and strategies that enable product teams to deliver high-quality products efficiently. They streamline workflows, manage cross-functional communication, and ensure alignment between product, engineering, marketing, and other departments. Their responsibilities often include optimizing product launch processes, tracking key performance metrics, and supporting the product management team to achieve business goals. By establishing best practices and removing operational roadblocks, they help accelerate product development and improve team productivity.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Director of Product Operations, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director of Product Operations, you need extensive experience in product management, operational strategy, and cross-functional leadership, often backed by a relevant degree and managerial experience. Familiarity with project management tools (like Jira or Asana), data analytics platforms, and process optimization methodologies (such as Lean or Six Sigma) is crucial. Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving abilities set standout leaders apart in this role. These skills are vital for aligning teams, optimizing product delivery, and driving operational excellence across the organization.

How does a Director of Product Operations typically collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product success?

A Director of Product Operations plays a pivotal role in connecting product management, engineering, marketing, and customer support teams. They facilitate seamless communication, establish standardized processes, and ensure alignment on priorities and deliverables. By coordinating product launches, managing feedback loops, and optimizing workflows, they help teams stay focused on shared goals and drive overall product success. This collaborative approach not only streamlines operations but also fosters a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

What is the difference between Director Product Operations vs Product Manager?

AspectDirector Product OperationsProduct Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees product processes, cross-functional coordination, and strategic initiatives at a departmental levelDefines product vision, gathers requirements, and manages product lifecycle
Required SkillsLeadership, strategic planning, process optimization, cross-team collaborationMarket research, user experience, feature prioritization, stakeholder communication
Work EnvironmentSenior leadership teams, cross-departmental collaboration, strategic planning sessionsProduct development teams, user research, agile teams

The main difference is that the Director of Product Operations focuses on optimizing product processes and strategic coordination across teams, while the Product Manager is primarily responsible for defining product features and managing the product lifecycle. Both roles require strong collaboration skills, but the Director operates at a higher strategic level, often overseeing multiple products or teams.

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Infographic showing various Director Product Operations job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $230,997 per year, or $111.1 per hour.

Associate Director, Product Operations- Remote

Contributor Development Partnership, PBC

Brighton, MA โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago


Job description

CDP, a Boston-based public benefit corporation, uses the collaborative fundraising model to improve the operational efficiency and revenue generation capacity of the public media system. CDP currently provides more than 230 NPR and PBS public media organizations (PMOโ€™s) with outsourced marketing, data analytics, fundraising, and technology services. These services help PMOโ€™s raise more net income, grow their donor files faster, lower their fundraising costs, and free up development talent allowing stations to better focus on local engagement. Since its inception, CDP has delivered more than $1 billion in membership revenue for local PMOโ€™s participating in its services and has become the most widely adopted Public Media service in the history of public media.

Just as CDP is committed to supporting public media organizations around the country, we are equally committed to supporting each of our team in their own professional development.

For more information visit www.cdpcommunity.org


Associate Director, Client and Product Operations for the Audience Activation Platform

The Audience Activation Platform is CDPโ€™s newest offering for mission-driven organizations, aiming to build a more perfect view of the entire donor. We gather insights everywhere, from real-world and virtual events toโ€ฏsocials, volunteer, donation, and other activities. With this comprehensive, connected, and real-time data, organizations can glean novel insights about what truly drives donor behavior, and tailor activities accordingly.โ€ฏโ€ฏ

The Associate DIrectorโ€ฏis an integral part of the AAP team,โ€ฏtaking the lead onโ€ฏonboarding, training, and supporting clients for AAP. A key persuader, trusted relationship builder, and visionary, the roleโ€ฏpartners with the Sr Product Manager toโ€ฏcraft compelling narratives for getting clients onboard, as well as helping drive the product visionโ€ฏand features with client and prospective client feedback.โ€ฏโ€ฏ

Operations and support strategies are a primary responsibility for thisโ€ฏentrepreneurial leader whoโ€ฏexhibitsโ€ฏa fine balance between action and collaboration. They areโ€ฏcapable ofโ€ฏexecuting onโ€ฏall parts of the onboarding and training cycle, and able to persuade their team to jump right in alongside them.โ€ฏโ€ฏ

Responsibilitiesโ€ฏ

Outreach,โ€ฏDiscoveryโ€ฏ& GTMโ€ฏ

  • Identifyโ€ฏand engage early adopter stations across the public media system; partner with Client Support teams to provide training and support to early stage organizations(as needed.)
  • Process optimization: Develop, document, and improve internal workflows to streamline client onboarding and support.
  • Partner with Sr. Product Manager to support discoveryโ€ฏto understand client needs, workflows, and challenges
  • Tailor demos and trainings to highlight value forโ€ฏdifferent rolesโ€ฏ(e.g., marketing directors, membership leaders, data teams).
  • Co-create client-facing materials including pitch decks, one-pagers, training resources, and case studies.โ€ฏ
  • Ensure that all client-facing materials remain up to date and create new materials as new features are released. Act as the primary point of contact for users to gain additional training or to report an issue.
  • Provide regular feedback to the product team about what resonates (and whatโ€ฏdoesnโ€™t) with clients in the field.โ€ฏ
  • Assist with issue research and QA checks.

Client Onboarding,โ€ฏSuccess, & Feedbackโ€ฏ

  • Build trusted relationships with prospective and current clients throughout the onboarding and support lifecycle.โ€ฏ
  • Serve as the primary point of contact from early engagement and onboarding throughโ€ฏongoing success management.โ€ฏAct as AAP SME for internal teams and external users without an MSB Client Support Representative.
  • Partner with Sr. Product Manager to discover services supported by the AAP. Create documentation and training for internal teams to support these services.
  • Work alongsideโ€ฏthe teamโ€ฏtoโ€ฏidentifyโ€ฏpatterns in user needs, blockers, and feature requests.โ€ฏ
  • Help prioritize opportunities for iteration that improve usability, clarity, and perceived value.โ€ฏ

Skills and Experienceโ€ฏ

Requiredโ€ฏ

  • 4+ years inโ€ฏtraining, partnerships, or client engagement roleโ€ฏโ€ฏ
  • Proven ability to lead complex discovery conversations, tailor solutions, and guide clients through ambiguity.โ€ฏ
  • Has managed a support pipeline using tools such asโ€ฏSalesforceโ€ฏor HubSpot.
  • Proventrack record of creating effective and scalable support material including knowledge base articles, LMS, and continuous feedback loops.
  • Expertiseโ€ฏsupportingโ€ฏmulti-stakeholder environments where decision-making spans marketing, operations, IT, and leadership.โ€ฏ

Preferredโ€ฏ

  • Highly detail-oriented with a passion for process improvement. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Experience supporting SaaS, data/analytics tools, or nonprofit techโ€ฏ
  • Knowledge of and exposure to public media, nonprofit fundraising, or marketing workflows (e.g., pledge campaigns, CRM systems, donor segmentation).โ€ฏ
  • Examples of company representationโ€ฏat client workshopsโ€ฏandโ€ฏindustry events, especially with a thought leadership or educational angle.โ€ฏ

Behaviors and Attributesโ€ฏ

Action Biasโ€ฏโ€“ Moves quickly from discovery and identificationโ€ฏthroughโ€ฏ qualificationโ€ฏand closing, testing early and often, with a high degree of comforting executing through ambiguityโ€ฏ

Communicative &โ€ฏSocialโ€ฏโ€“ Able to adapt communication mode and style for teams,โ€ฏindividualsโ€ฏand situations seamlessly and naturallyโ€ฏ

Assertiveโ€ฏโ€“ be a voice of clarityโ€ฏand authority, driving action and decisionsโ€ฏ

Creatively Collaborativeโ€ฏโ€“ continually finds ways to learn, teach, and work side-by-side with their teamโ€ฏ

Strongโ€ฏcommunicator -whoโ€ฏcan translate between user needs, product capabilities, and business outcomes.โ€ฏ

Trusted Advisorโ€ฏโ€“ Engender trust and build psychological safety with every interactionโ€ฏ

Enthusiasticโ€ฏโ€“ High-energy, motivated, and drivenโ€ฏ

โ€ฏCDP is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, nationality, immigration status, citizenship, religion or religious creed (or belief, where acceptable), sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, age, citizenship, marital status, handicap or disability, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member), Veteran or military status, political belief, or socio-economic status. CDP does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of those characteristics or any other characteristic protected by law.

CDP provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with a disability in completing job application procedures. Please notify CDP Human Resources in advance so necessary arrangements can be made. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at accomodations@cdpcommunity.org.