Inventory Operations Manager- Onsite OKC, OK

APMEX•Oklahoma City, OK

5d•$85,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

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

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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