Operations Manager
Window Nation
Blaine, MN · $95k–$105k a year · Posted October 30, 2026
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- Best cities for operations jobs #1 New York (1,429 openings)
- Best cities for operations pay after cost of living #1 Reston ($177k)
- Most requested AI skills in operations jobs #1 AI tools in daily work (2.5%)
- AI tools named most often in operations jobs #1 Claude (0.28%)
- Employers with the most operations jobs #1 Amazon (1,480 roles)
Pay compared with the market
This listing pays about $100,000 a year. Across 148 open operations manager listings that state pay, the middle half runs $87,500 to $144,000 and the median is $114,000. That is inside the middle half of those listings, 12% below the median.
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About the job
One Goal, One Passion - Growth is Everything at Window Nation
Recruiting the best talent is one of Window Nation's main goals. With growth always being our number one priority, we're committed to finding and keeping the best employees possible. We want you to be your authentic self, we want you to love what you do, we want you to grow with us. Grow professionally and grow personally. We know that we all grow together at Window Nation, and we are proud of that. One Goal, One Passion - Growth is Everything at Window Nation.
Reporting to the Regional Director, Installation Services, our Operations Manager, Installation Services oversees the entirety of their branch’s installation program. The Operations Manager is responsible for the overall operations of the branch installation process. This includes overseeing the profitability, pipeline management, inventory efficiency, expense control, staff development as well as hyper focus on the customer experience.
The ideal candidate will have an ability to create and maintain an efficient system of operation to support the business’s growth strategy. The candidate should be comfortable multitasking and working cross-functionally with different business functions. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in related fields.
Core Role Responsibilities
Develop and manage the branch operational plan that meets the company’s goals and objectives.
Manage the day-to-day activities that are required to maintain operations in a branch
Assisting in improving and achieving production adherence to schedule by monitoring daily production downtime and operations efficiency, troubleshooting process and equipment operability issues, identifying root causes, and implementing solutions.
Deliver on branch margin and profitability targets; recommend, implement, and monitor actions to increase revenue generation and profitability
Manage branch expenditures within budget guidelines
Analytically review branch data and information; provide and execute on solutions when needed
Inspire excellence; embody our Core Values
Lead, develop and manage direct reports
Recruit, onboard, and manage employees; maintain appropriate staff levels based on pipeline indicators
Maintain positive customer relationships; identify, monitor, and manage customer service standards
Collaborate with the regional team to identify, develop, and implement best practices and SOPs
Basic Qualifications
At least 7 years of service industry experience
At least 4 years of progressive leadership experience
At least 3 years experience in managing the financials of a branch/P&L
Driving record that meets company’s insurance standards
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with service and installation programming preferred
Bachelors Degree
Experience with service and installation Management or related field
Ability to accurately measure the dimensions and determine installation processes for windows and doors
Knowledge of applicable building codes and construction techniques
Previous work experience recruiting independent contractors
High proficiency-level in Microsoft Office Suite
Expertise in CRMs; Salesforce or MS Dynamics experience a plus
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Window Nation cultivates a culture of inclusion that respects our employees' individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make us a better team – one that makes good decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.
At this time, Window Nation is unable to provide sponsorship for employment visas now or in the future. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.