Specialist, Operations ERP Data Coordinator

gategroup•Los Angeles, CA

10d•$20 - $25

About The Position

This position coordinates ERP data management within the Bill of Material (BOM), ensuring data accuracy and supporting the MRP process and ERP transactions within the unit. The role helps maximize use of the ERP Materials Management Module and bridges communication between purchasing and production on MRP matters. It serves as the unit’s ERP Super User and first point of contact for ERP-related questions, and is responsible for helpdesk follow-up. In non-hub units, the position also handles waste and deviation logs, BOM change requests, and production-related ERP functions. The role is based in an operation unit, with a normal office work environment and possible work on the Operations floor. It is full-time, non-exempt, and requires 10% travel. The position has no direct or dotted-line reports, and the estimated team size is one.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED.
2–5 years of experience in a purchasing environment.
Experience with a Bill of Material system.
Understanding of basic Material Management processes.
Basic Excel skills.
Excellent computer skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to communicate with multiple employees in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

College degree.
ERP data management experience.
Buying experience.
General food knowledge.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the materials substitution checking process.
Generate daily MF47 exception reports, scrub the list, and update the system as appropriate.
Serve as the unit’s point of contact for master data changes and vendor requests, submitting changes to the appropriate contact.
Coordinate ERP-related physical inventory and month-end activities.
Submit ERP User ID requests to the unit controller for approval.
Create buyer IOR worksheets.
Generate purchase price variance reports, review them weekly with the Unit Buyer, and submit changes resulting from the review.
Cross-train other unit employees on ERP-related purchasing functions.
Assist the Unit Buyer with other related purchasing tasks as assigned.
Ensure the forecast is run weekly and verify data accuracy, including flight schedule and menu cycle changes.
Assist the ERP receiver with daily entry of materials transfers in the ERP system based on completed requisitions.
Submit all ROH Material Requests for new and extended material.
Monitor JIRA for sourcing requests.
In non-hub units, ensure all areas submit waste and deviation logs daily, enter the information into the system, and report financial impact to management weekly.
Serve as the unit’s ERP Super User and first point of contact for ERP-related questions.
Submit and follow up on all ERP-related helpdesk issues.
Review and submit BOM change requests to ensure inventory and general ledger accuracy.
Assist with daily production as required through back flushing and post goods issue functions.