Director of Operations

Aucoin Hart Jewelers is accepting resumes for the position of Director of Operations.

We are seeking an experienced Director of Operations to assist in leading our company.  This position calls for a highly experienced operations professional with outstanding experience in the fine, luxury jewelry space.   This role requires strong organizational, analytical and communication skills. This role requires an ability to lead an experienced 48 person team, multi-task, problem solve and assure that complex departments and teams function at a high level.  The right candidate will have the opportunity to lead an outstanding group of highly experienced professionals as well as work closely with ownership and our executive team.

Consider a career with Aucoin Hart Jewelers, the Gulf Souths’ Premier Jeweler, with a 99-year tradition and commitment to excellence, craftsmanship and fine jewelry. We offer a luxury environment, stability, strong compensation plans, employer paid health care benefits and growth.   Our 14,000 square foot store, minutes from downtown New Orleans, focuses on a stunning array of award-winning designs within a luxury shopping experience. We design, make and create in store, as well as partner with leading brands including Rolex, David Yurman and Marco Bicego.

Responsibilities:

• Lead seven departments and their teams/managers to excel in our business model.
• Manage people, processes and outcomes with great attention to detail & excellence.
• Strong communication skills are a prerequisite to success in this role.
• Develop and manage budgets, as well as lead the HR function of organization
• Must multi task and be comfortable working in a fast paced, luxury environment.
• Coordinate with various department managers, vendors, team members & ownership.
• Support all departments and team members to achieve our business objectives.

Requirements

• Ten years’ experience or greater, in the fine, luxury jewelry space
• Knowledgeable and comfortable working with P&L management and budgeting
• Strong financial skills, understanding of employment law, HR best practices.
• Project management, physical plant management, people management.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate, delegate and work within a team environment   

Benefits:

• Rare opportunity to join America’s leading manufacturing fine jeweler in an executive leadership role working within a luxury environment. 
• Outstanding Benefits Package: Medical, Life and Disability. Optional Dental/Optical
• 401k with generous company match.   
• Company sponsored; Relocation Support
• Paid time off – Vacation. three weeks + major holidays
• Strong compensation/bonus package, commensurate with qualifications and experience  
• Hours of Operation: Tuesday - Saturday from 9:00am - 6:30pm

Confidential Inquiries : Direct to careers@aucoinhart.com

or phone 504-834-9999 Ext.4232