This position is located in Edmond/North OKC
8:00am- 4:30pm
*Start date could be altered to 6:00am due to being present on manufacturing floor when training is complete*
Monday-Friday
Some extended hours or weekend OT as needed based on business needs
The Production Planner is responsible for creating, maintaining, and optimizing production schedules to ensure efficient use of resources while meeting customer demand, inventory targets, and delivery commitments. This role works cross-functionally with manufacturing, procurement, inventory control, and sales to balance capacity, materials, and timelines.
The day in the life of a Production Planner...
- Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on demand forecasts, orders, and capacity
- Coordinate with manufacturing teams to ensure schedules are feasible and adhered to
- Monitor production progress and adjust plans as needed to address delays, material shortages, or capacity constraints
- Analyze demand forecasts, inventory levels, and lead times to support planning decisions
- Collaborate with procurement and inventory teams to ensure materials availability
- Identify and resolve production bottlenecks and inefficiencies
- Communicate schedule changes and priorities clearly to stakeholders
- Track and report key performance metrics such as on-time delivery and schedule adherence
- Support continuous improvement initiatives in planning and production processes
- Maintain accurate planning data in ERP/MRP systems
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!
QualificationsEducation:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience) preferred
Experience:
- 2+ years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or supply chain operations required
- Experience in manufacturing, assembly, or high-volume production environments strongly preferred
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Computer Skills:
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
- APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM) preferred
- Experience working with cross-functional teams
Key Competencies:
- Planning and organization
- Data-driven decision making
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Stakeholder communication
Work Environment:
- Office and production floor interaction
- May require occasional extended hours during peak demand periods
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!)
- Daily Meal Stipend
- 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
Skills Required
- 2+ years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or supply chain operations
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Experience in manufacturing, assembly, or high-volume production environments
- Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
- APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM)
- Experience working with cross-functional teams
What We Do
For more than 15 years, APMEX has been one of the nation’s largest Precious Metals e-retailers. Boasting over $14 billion in transactions, APMEX was recently ranked #1 Specialty E-Retailer and #42 out of 500 e-retailers according to Internet Retailer Magazine. APMEX provides quality products, outstanding customer service and amazingly fast delivery to our rapidly expanding base of individual and corporate customers. With more than 10,000 products in stock, customers are sure to find what they are looking for. Our state-of-the-art website and dedicated and knowledgeable Account Managers provide customers with multiple options to research, learn and purchase as an investor or collector across a wide range of bullion, semi-numismatic and numismatic items. Our drive to increase ownership in Precious Metals has led us to pioneer innovative solutions and create the largest variety of product offerings available in the industry. Our employees are faced with dynamic and challenging opportunities each day to learn and grow professionally. Whether advancing the technology and security powering our website, providing new products or ensuring customer satisfaction with each delivery, APMEX employees strive to bring our customers a concierge level of service matched by none. Customers appreciate our dedication to their needs, ranking us a 9.7 out of 10 on satisfaction and giving APMEX a 5-star rating.
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