Director Of Research Operations Jobs in Louisiana
Director Of Research Operations jobs in Louisiana are open across New Orleans, Monroe, and Baton Rouge and other Louisiana metros, with employers like University of Louisiana at Monroe, Ochsner Lsu Health System Of North Louisiana, and Tulane University hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Join our Supply Chain Operations team — manage inventory, procurement, logistics, and more — and help drive efficiency, cost savings, and seamless delivery of quality products. The Procurement team strategically manages our acquisition of goods, services, and raw materials to ensure operational efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and quality. We go beyond transactional purchasing to drive value through vendor relationships.
We are seeking a Director of Planning Operations & Inventory Management to build and scale the systems, processes, and team that power our end-to-end planning and inventory strategy. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for transforming how we forecast, plan, and deploy inventory to support rapid growth, improve service levels, and optimize working capital. You will operate at the intersection of Merchandising, Supply Chain, Finance, and Operations, owning the planning ecosystem and driving cross-functional alignment. This role is ideal for a leader who thrives in ambiguity, enjoys building, and is motivated by delivering measurable business outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Own and evolve the end-to-end planning and inventory strategy, aligning demand, supply, and production to support business growth
- Drive cross-functional alignment across Merchandising, Sales, Operations, and Finance to ensure integrated, executable plans
- Lead demand planning, supply planning, production scheduling, procurement, and inventory management functions
- Translate demand signals and business strategy into actionable plans that balance service levels, capacity, and inventory investment
- Establish best-in-class inventory management practices to optimize in-stock rates while minimizing excess and obsolescence
- Oversee purchase order strategy and execution to ensure inventory flow aligns with forecasted demand
- Build visibility through KPIs and dashboards, driving accountability for service, cost, and inventory performance
- Identify and proactively resolve constraints across supply, materials, and production to ensure continuity and responsiveness
- Lead the evolution of planning systems, tools, and processes, including evaluating and implementing new technologies with clear ROI
- Transform data into actionable insights that inform strategic and operational decision-making
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean or similar methodologies to improve efficiency, service levels, and cost performance
- Partner with leadership to shape inventory investment strategy and balance growth, profitability, and customer experience
- Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing planning and inventory team
- Create a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement
- Provide clear goals, regular feedback, and development opportunities to elevate team performance
- Build strong cross-functional relationships to promote transparency, alignment, and effective execution
Basic Qualifications
- Experience in supply chain, inventory planning, operations, or related fields, with increasing leadership responsibility
- Proven experience leading planning and inventory functions in a complex, fast-paced environment
- Strong track record of improving forecast accuracy, inventory turns, and service levels
- Experience implementing or optimizing planning systems (ERP, demand planning, or advanced planning tools)
- Demonstrated ability to build, lead, and scale high-performing teams
- Advanced analytical skills with the ability to translate data into strategic insights and decisions
- Strong cross-functional leadership and stakeholder management capabilities
- Ability to operate effectively in ambiguity and manage competing priorities
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence at multiple levels of the organization
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in high-growth or evolving business environments
- Experience leading transformation of planning systems, tools, and processes
- Experience building scalable, integrated planning frameworks that align demand, supply, and financial plans
- Ability to increase visibility and accountability through clear KPIs and performance reporting
- Ability to strengthen cross-functional alignment, improving speed and quality of decision-making
- Ability to act as the primary liaison to internal business partners, translating technical software capabilities into strategic business value
Stuller is the jewelry industry's largest manufacturer, supplier, and technology developer in North America. With a customer base spanning the globe, we serve jewelry professionals through an unmatched selection of quality products, expert and friendly service, and the fastest delivery. We are powered by our employees, their creativity, their energy, and their commitment to creating exceptional experiences.
We are committed to our employees' comprehensive health and happiness. Our award-winning wellness initiatives and benefits help Stuller to stand out as one of the top employers in Louisiana. Learn more about our benefits by clicking here.
Join our Supply Chain Operations team — manage inventory, procurement, logistics, and more — and help drive efficiency, cost savings, and seamless delivery of quality products. The Procurement team strategically manages our acquisition of goods, services, and raw materials to ensure operational efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and quality. We go beyond transactional purchasing to drive value through vendor relationships.
We are seeking a Director of Planning Operations & Inventory Management to build and scale the systems, processes, and team that power our end-to-end planning and inventory strategy. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for transforming how we forecast, plan, and deploy inventory to support rapid growth, improve service levels, and optimize working capital. You will operate at the intersection of Merchandising, Supply Chain, Finance, and Operations, owning the planning ecosystem and driving cross-functional alignment. This role is ideal for a leader who thrives in ambiguity, enjoys building, and is motivated by delivering measurable business outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Own and evolve the end-to-end planning and inventory strategy, aligning demand, supply, and production to support business growth
- Drive cross-functional alignment across Merchandising, Sales, Operations, and Finance to ensure integrated, executable plans
- Lead demand planning, supply planning, production scheduling, procurement, and inventory management functions
- Translate demand signals and business strategy into actionable plans that balance service levels, capacity, and inventory investment
- Establish best-in-class inventory management practices to optimize in-stock rates while minimizing excess and obsolescence
- Oversee purchase order strategy and execution to ensure inventory flow aligns with forecasted demand
- Build visibility through KPIs and dashboards, driving accountability for service, cost, and inventory performance
- Identify and proactively resolve constraints across supply, materials, and production to ensure continuity and responsiveness
- Lead the evolution of planning systems, tools, and processes, including evaluating and implementing new technologies with clear ROI
- Transform data into actionable insights that inform strategic and operational decision-making
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean or similar methodologies to improve efficiency, service levels, and cost performance
- Partner with leadership to shape inventory investment strategy and balance growth, profitability, and customer experience
- Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing planning and inventory team
- Create a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement
- Provide clear goals, regular feedback, and development opportunities to elevate team performance
- Build strong cross-functional relationships to promote transparency, alignment, and effective execution
Basic Qualifications
- Experience in supply chain, inventory planning, operations, or related fields, with increasing leadership responsibility
- Proven experience leading planning and inventory functions in a complex, fast-paced environment
- Strong track record of improving forecast accuracy, inventory turns, and service levels
- Experience implementing or optimizing planning systems (ERP, demand planning, or advanced planning tools)
- Demonstrated ability to build, lead, and scale high-performing teams
- Advanced analytical skills with the ability to translate data into strategic insights and decisions
- Strong cross-functional leadership and stakeholder management capabilities
- Ability to operate effectively in ambiguity and manage competing priorities
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence at multiple levels of the organization
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in high-growth or evolving business environments
- Experience leading transformation of planning systems, tools, and processes
- Experience building scalable, integrated planning frameworks that align demand, supply, and financial plans
- Ability to increase visibility and accountability through clear KPIs and performance reporting
- Ability to strengthen cross-functional alignment, improving speed and quality of decision-making
- Ability to act as the primary liaison to internal business partners, translating technical software capabilities into strategic business value
Stuller is the jewelry industry's largest manufacturer, supplier, and technology developer in North America. With a customer base spanning the globe, we serve jewelry professionals through an unmatched selection of quality products, expert and friendly service, and the fastest delivery. We are powered by our employees, their creativity, their energy, and their commitment to creating exceptional experiences.
We are committed to our employees' comprehensive health and happiness. Our award-winning wellness initiatives and benefits help Stuller to stand out as one of the top employers in Louisiana. Learn more about our benefits by clicking here.
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Where Louisiana roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Director Of Research Operations Job Market in Louisiana
A snapshot from current Louisiana openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- University of Louisiana at Monroe4
- Ochsner Lsu Health System Of North Louisiana3
- Tulane University3
- Omni Hotels2
- Xavier University of Louisiana2
Top Industries Hiring
- Education13
- Healthcare & Medical Services5
- Hospitality & Tourism3
- Technology & Software2
- Consulting & Professional Services1
What Louisiana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in director of research operations jobs across Louisiana.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in life sciences, public health, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience managing multi-site or multi-study clinical or scientific research programs
- Working knowledge of IRB processes, GCP guidelines, and regulatory compliance frameworks
- Proficiency with research management systems such as OnCore, Veeva, or similar platforms
- Experience developing and monitoring research budgets, contracts, and grant expenditures
- Strong record of leading cross-functional teams across scientific, clinical, and administrative functions
Director Of Research Operations Jobs in Louisiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How many director of research operations jobs are there in Louisiana?
There are 29+ director of research operations openings in Louisiana on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in New Orleans, Monroe, and Baton Rouge. New positions post regularly as employers across Louisiana hire.
How much do director of research operationses make in Louisiana?
Director of research operationses in Louisiana earn a median of about $115,950 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $81,890 for the lowest 10% to over $212,130 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Louisiana cities have the most director of research operations jobs?
New Orleans, Monroe, and Baton Rouge have the most director of research operations openings in Louisiana right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire director of research operationss in Louisiana?
Employers hiring director of research operationss in Louisiana include University of Louisiana at Monroe, Ochsner Lsu Health System Of North Louisiana, and Tulane University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote director of research operations jobs in Louisiana?
Yes. About 0% of director of research operations openings tied to Louisiana are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Louisiana metros.
How do I apply for director of research operations jobs in Louisiana?
You can apply to director of research operations jobs in Louisiana directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Louisiana location, then apply to each one that fits.
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