Inventory Operations Manager- Onsite OKC, OK

We are seeking a local candidate for this role, and the position is located onsite daily downtown Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm

Days: Monday-Friday

Overtime as needed during the week and on weekends (Sundays) as needed for business needs

The Operations Inventory Manager plays a critical role in the overall processing of all products/packages outbound/inbound to APMEX customers by the Operations team. This manager will oversee daily inventory operations including receiving, storage, cycle counts, and reconciliation of precious metals inventory. Additionally, they could be responsible for activities in fulfillment and product preparation. A proven track record in development of team members, analytical reporting/presentation on performance, and identification and execution of continuous improvement projects are a requirement for this role.

The day in the life of an Operations Inventory Manager...

• Ensure all associates have the necessary equipment and knowledge to execute job functions within each department.
• Maintain accurate inventory records across multiple warehouse management systems (El Dorado/ Genesis) and ensure data integrity
• Implement and monitor inventory control procedures to minimize shrinkage, loss, and discrepancies
• Conduct regular physical inventory counts and cycle counting programs to ensure accuracy
• Analyze inventory variances and implement corrective actions to resolve discrepancies
• ~10% local travel required for offsite inventory reconciliation
• Verify the shipping and receiving orders meet targeted Service Level Agreements with customers and company standards.
• Develop and Audit processes within the Operations Department as business continues to evolve.
• Partner with Accounting department to help optimize on hand inventory and the dollar amount of that inventory
• Update and ensure all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) within departments are being executed
• Manage scheduling, staffing, and accountability within the Operations Department
• Utilize/Develop reporting tools within internal system to provide visibility within Operations department where improvement/resources need to be focused
• Provide analysis and recommendations on strategies for shipping, packaging, loss prevention, efficiency and overall operations functions based on individual analyses.
• Provide yearly budgets for labor, freight, and supplies cost to accounting for company budget
• Identify efficiency gains in the processes within the Operations department or outside areas affecting Operations
• Develop daily/weekly tasks for each department leader to execute routinely that result in consistent execution of critical business needs
• Implement cross training initiatives to help create strategic staffing needs
• Provide performance feedback to develop operations’ associates
• Prepare and conduct reviews for new associates and annual reviews for all associates
• Review weekly electronic timecards to approve time for each associate and address variances
• Implement and maintain 5s practices within the Vaults
• Ensure the timely opening and closing of vaults working with Security to adhere to protocols
• Develop reporting to show the performance of the team in key areas including accuracy and productivity
• Complete daily audits on critical tasks and focus on continuous improvement
• Develop and implement continuous improvement strategies and be able to report on their impact financially and/or efficiency gains
  
  

Other Qualities Of An Operations Inventory Manager

• Adaptability/Flexibility: Adapts to change, is open to new ideas, takes on new responsibilities, handles pressure, and adjusts plans to meet changing needs.
• Decision Making/Judgment: Recognizes problems and responds, systematically gathers information, sorts through complex issues, seeks input from others, addresses root cause of issues, makes timely decisions, can make difficult decisions, uses consensus when possible, and communicates decisions to others.
• Integrity/Ethics: Deals with others in a straightforward and honest manner, is accountable for actions, maintains confidentiality, supports company values, conveys good news and bad.
• Managing Performance: Applies clear/consistent performance standards, handles performance problems decisively and objectively, is direct but tactful, provides guidance and assistance to improve performance.
• Results Focus: Targets and achieves results, sets challenging goals, prioritizes tasks, overcomes obstacles, accepts accountability, sets team standards and responsibilities, provides leadership/motivation.
• Work Environment/Safety: Promotes mutual respect, keeps workplace clean and safe, and supports safety programs.
• Teamwork: Meets all team deadlines and responsibilities, listens to others and values opinions, helps team leader to meet goals, welcomes newcomers and promotes a team atmosphere.
  
  

APMEX is a multibillion-dollar ecommerce company that is the leader in Precious Metals. Our employees love our values and culture. Our APMEX team is large enough to get the job done better than anyone else in the industry, while being small enough to listen to, and care, about our employees. Without their dedication, APMEX would not continue to be named the #1 Specialty eRetailer by Internet Retailer Magazine! Come see why APMEX was "Voted as one of the Best Places to Work in Oklahoma!" and one of the Top Workplaces by the Oklahoman. Join the team today!

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience in supply chain management, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field preferred.
  
  

Experience

• 5-10 years of experience in a distribution environment with direct oversight over one or more of the following within a distribution environment (inventory management, fulfillment, receiving, transportation).
  
  

Computer Skills

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office; specifically Microsoft Excel
• Experience utilizing intermediate Excel functions (pivot tables & V-Lookups)
• Experience in building analytical reporting tools to help provide insight on operational opportunities
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management) or CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional)
• Experience with precious metals, commodities, or high-security inventory environments
• Knowledge of precious metals grading, authentication, and market dynamics
• Experience with automated inventory systems, barcode scanning, and RFID technology
• Lean Six Sigma certification or experience with continuous improvement methodologies
  
  

At APMEX, our employees have access to extraordinary benefits including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Short Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401K (Company matches!)
• Free Lunch every day
• Tuition Reimbursement
• College Debt Repayment
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off with Sell Back Option
• Paid Day off for your Birthday
• Paid Volunteer Opportunities
• Lunch and Learns