ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Head Of Operational Excellence Jobs (NOW HIRING)

asrcfh

VP of Operational Excellence

Reston, VA

The VP of Operational Excellence will integrate and implement (across all business lines) Program Management, Quality, Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S), and Continuous Improvement functions ...

asrcfh

VP of Operational Excellence

Reston, VA

The VP of Operational Excellence will integrate and implement (across all business lines) Program Management, Quality, Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S), and Continuous Improvement functions ...

Waymo

Head of Operational Intelligence

Tempe, AZ · On-site +1

$226K - $278K/yr

In this hybrid role, you will report to the Head of Waymo Operations You will: * Deliver data driven and scaled realtime signals and anticipatory risk insights to inform networkwide operational ...

Waymo

Head of Operational Intelligence

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$226K - $278K/yr

In this hybrid role, you will report to the Head of Waymo Operations You will: * Deliver data driven and scaled real-time signals and anticipatory risk insights to inform network-wide operational ...

AppJaxx

Head of Operations

San Antonio, TX

As we continue to expand, we're looking for a Head of Operations to lead our operational strategy ... operational excellence as we grow. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a builder ...

Neroli Salon and Spa

Head of Operations

Brookfield, WI · On-site

$60K - $120K/yr

Neroli Salon and Spa is looking for a passionate Head of Operations to join our dedicated team in ... Manage and train staff to maintain operational excellence * Implement policies and procedures to ...

CLOTH & PAPER

Head of Operations

Henrico, VA

$100K/yr

The Head of Operations owns Cloth & Paper's operational infrastructure and technology systems ... operational excellence by managing production, productivity, and quality standards across all ...

Gap, Inc.

Head of Stores, Athleta

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$330K - $370K/yr

About the Role The Head of Stores for Athleta leads the brand's retail organization across North America, driving exceptional store performance, customer experience, and operational excellence. This ...

Gap Inc.

Head of Stores, Athleta

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$330K - $370K/yr

About the RoleThe Head of Stores for Athleta leads the brand's retail organization across North America, driving exceptional store performance, customer experience, and operational excellence. This ...

M Booth Health

Head of Agency Operations

New York, NY · On-site

We want people who are just as passionate about operational excellence as we are about health ... Head of Operations M Booth Health About Us We're not your typical agency. In fact, we don't want to ...

Athleta

Head of Stores, Athleta

San Francisco, CA

$330K - $370K/yr

About the role The Head of Stores for Athleta leads the brand's retail organization across North ... Ensure operational excellence and brand consistency across all stores, leveraging data and feedback ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsHead Of Operational Excellence Jobs

Head Of Operational Excellence information

See salary details

$26K

$122.5K

$191K

How much do head of operational excellence jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for head of operational excellence in the United States is $122,469.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $90,000.00 and $152,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are common challenges faced by a Head of Operational Excellence when implementing process improvements across diverse departments?

A Head of Operational Excellence often encounters challenges such as resistance to change, varying levels of process maturity across departments, and aligning stakeholders with differing priorities. Successfully implementing process improvements requires strong communication and change management skills to foster buy-in and collaboration. Additionally, balancing quick wins with long-term transformation goals, while ensuring consistent measurement and reporting of results, is crucial for sustainable success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Head Of Operational Excellence, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Head Of Operational Excellence, you need expertise in process improvement methodologies like Lean, Six Sigma, and project management, typically supported by a relevant degree and certifications such as Lean Six Sigma Black Belt. Proficiency with data analytics tools, workflow mapping software, and performance management systems is crucial. Strong leadership, change management capabilities, and excellent communication skills set top performers apart in this role. These skills enable transformational improvements, drive organizational efficiency, and foster a culture of continuous improvement critical for sustained business success.

What does a Head of Operational Excellence do?

A Head of Operational Excellence is responsible for driving continuous improvement initiatives within an organization to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize processes. They lead cross-functional teams, implement best practices, and ensure that business operations align with overall strategic goals. This role often involves analyzing performance metrics, fostering a culture of innovation, and delivering training to staff on operational improvements. Ultimately, their goal is to maximize productivity and ensure high-quality results across the organization.
What cities are hiring for Head Of Operational Excellence jobs? Cities with the most Head Of Operational Excellence job openings:
What are the most commonly searched types of Of Operational Excellence jobs? The most popular types of Of Operational Excellence jobs are:
What states have the most Head Of Operational Excellence jobs? States with the most job openings for Head Of Operational Excellence jobs include:
What job categories do people searching Head Of Operational Excellence jobs look for? The top searched job categories for Head Of Operational Excellence jobs are:
Head Of Operational Excellence jobs near you
Infographic showing various Head Of Operational Excellence job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $122,469 per year, or $58.9 per hour.

VP of Operational Excellence

ASRC Federal Holding

Reston, VA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

ASRC Federal rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 27 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

191st of 352 rated engineering

Job description

ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are a top veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work™
ASRC Federal is seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to serve as Vice President of Operational Excellence, a critical role responsible for driving enterprise-wide performance, consistency, and continuous improvement. This key executive will have grown up in the world of program management with 15 years of progressive experience that naturally progressed into responsibilities for bringing PM best practices and gold standards to business units or operating groups across the enterprise, organically including a substantial skill set with quality frameworks such as CMMI or other Quality Management Systems designed to meet unique, evolving federal government standards.
Summary: The VP of Operational Excellence will integrate and implement (across all business lines) Program Management, Quality, Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S), and Continuous Improvement functions that are critical to the company's execution performance and long-term strategic goals. This high-impact leader will develop and execute strategies that enable best-in-class program performance, foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, and enable scalable growth across businesses and programs.
Responsibilities/Duties:
  • Lead the design, implementation, and governance of the program management, quality, EH&S, independent review, risk management, and continuous improvement functions to achieve ASRC Federal's business goals and objectives.
  • Create enterprise policies and procedures to enable program execution. Develop and lead the delivery of a program management training curriculum.
  • Establish and maintain key operational metrics and analytics for alignment and accountability for programs across the company, including cost, schedule, quality, and technical performance measures, relevant strategic plan KPIs for Program Management, Quality, and EH&S, customer satisfaction, and other metrics indicative of program health.
  • Identify critical performance gaps, inefficiencies, and constraints that are impacting program performance. Drive improvements in customer satisfaction and service delivery excellence.
  • Help lead change management efforts across large-scale initiatives involving multiple teams and stakeholders.
  • Develop and manage a scalable Operational Excellence infrastructure of process/procedure libraries and knowledge management. Work closely with stakeholders to simplify decision making, simplify existing processes and remove redundant processes, and ensure performance metrics reflect key strategic goals.
  • Ensure strong cross-functional alignment with Shared Services and Operating Group teams, including Finance, HR, IT, CTO, Business Development, and Communications to support organizational wide process improvement and operational efficiency.
  • Develop leadership capabilities, succession planning, and a high-performance culture.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelors in Business Management, Technical Management, Engineering (Systems Engineering preferred), or related field.
  • Certification Requirement: Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
  • 15+ years of experience in program management with demonstrable, direct responsibility for the execution and performance of programs and program portfolios
  • 7+ years of experience in cross-functional process improvement and operations roles to include direct experience with Quality Frameworks and Quality Management Systems designed to meet industry standard certification requirements (e.g. ISO 9001, CMMI Level 3) within the aerospace and defense services or government contracting sectors.
  • Senior-level experience in operations, strategy, enterprise quality and risk management.
  • Proven track record in large-scale change and operational efficiency initiatives.

We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law. The salary offered will depend on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity, business needs, and other factors permitted by law. Posted pay ranges are a general guideline only and are not a guarantee of compensation or salary.
EEO Statement
ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.

What ASRC Federal employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom

Apply