ERP Specialist Brazil

BW Energy; Rio de Janeiro; On-site; BRL 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

BW Energy is seeking an experienced ERP specialist to manage and optimize IFS Cloud in Brazil, focusing on Brazil Tax, Finance, and Supply Chain modules. The role includes process development, change management, and training for key users across locations.

The ideal candidate has solid experience with IFS Cloud in Brazil, Avalara Tax, and Brazilian fiscal notes, and can collaborate cross-functionally in a dynamic oil & gas environment. Fluency in English and Portuguese is required.

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in software engineering, computer science, IT, or other relevant field.
• Long and relevant experience may compensate for formal education.
• Solid experience implementing or using IFS ERP solutions.
• Experience using IFS Cloud in Brazil, with Brazil Avalara Tax and Brazilian fiscal note functionality preferred.
• Oil & gas industry experience is an advantage.
• Fluent in English and Portuguese (spoken and written).

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for application processes within Brazil Tax, Brazilian Finance, and Brazilian Supply Chain in IFS Cloud ERP.
• Develop internal processes for application management.
• Manage the support process for the assigned ERP functional areas.
• Provide user support.
• Test vendor, subcontractor, and internal deliveries for quality.
• Lead or participate in new ERP implementation initiatives.
• Provide solutions for requested application changes.
• Coordinate and plan application changes before implementation.
• Develop documentation describing changes, processes, and functionality.
• Provide application training to key users and APMs.
• Ensure processes and usage are optimized and aligned.
• Promote correct master data usage.
• Initiate improvements to improve processes and data quality.
• Follow up to align processes across locations and companies.
• Stay up to date on ERP features and related applications.
• Ensure documentation is updated throughout lifecycle.
• Maintain current solutions and suggest technology-aligned improvements.
• Follow up on tickets via IT Ticket System.
• Report updates to Service Desk and IT & Systems management.
• Report status in department meetings.
• Ensure adherence to IT Policy.
• Share information within the department and propose improvements.
• Understand the ERP solution and its impact on business areas.

Skills

Positive service-minded attitude

Interpersonal communication

Team leadership

Proactive independent working

Problem-solving skills

Education

Master's or Bachelor's in software engineering / IT

Tools

IFS Cloud

IFRS/CRIM knowledge

PL/SQL

Microsoft Office

Job description

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Be responsible for application processes within Brazil Tax, Brazilian Finance, and Brazilian Supply Chain in the IFS Cloud Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) application .
• Participate in developing internal processes for application management.
• Manage the support process for the assigned ERP functional areas.
• Provide user support.
• Test vendor, subcontractor, and internal deliveries, and ensure that deliverables meet the expected quality standards.
• Lead or participate in new ERP implementation initiatives.
• Provide solutions for requested application changes.
• Ensure that application changes are properly coordinated and planned before implementation.
• Develop documentation describing application changes, processes, and functionality.
• Provide application training to key users, Application Process Managers (APMs), and other relevant roles.
• Ensure that application processes and application use are optimized and aligned.
• Promote correct, consistent, and effective use of the application and master data.
• Initiate improvements to application use, with the aim of improving processes, data quality, and routines.
• Follow up to ensure application processes are aligned across locations and companies.
• Stay up to date on new features and functionality in the ERP solution and closely related applications.
• Ensure that systems and applications developed by BWE or vendors are well documented and that documentation is kept up to date throughout the application lifecycle in the department's agreed document system and in line with corporate requirements.
• Maintain current solutions and suggest improvements to align with new technology trends.
• Follow up on tickets assigned through the BWE IT Ticket System.
• Resolve issues in close cooperation with assigned key users.
• Promptly report relevant updates and issues within the area of responsibility to the Service Desk and the IT & Systems management team, including Managers and Technical Leads.
• Report status and progress in department meetings.
• Ensure adherence to the IT Policy and report any issues.
• Proactively share information and competence within the department, and continuously propose improvements to department services.
• Maintain a good understanding of the overall ERP solution, including how it interacts with and impacts the assigned functional areas and other areas of the business.

Requirements Education

• Master's or bachelor's degree in software engineering, computer science, IT, or another relevant field .
• Long and relevant experience may compensate for formal education.

Experience

• Solid experience implementing or using IFS ERP solutions .
• Experience using IFS Cloud in Brazil, working with the Brazil Avalara Tax solution, and strong understanding of Brazilian fiscal note functionality are preferred.
• Previous experience in the oil and gas industry is an advantage.

Interpersonal Skills

• Positive and service-minded attitude.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Team player with the ability to lead.
• Proactive and able to work independently with a structured and systematic approach.
• Ability to turn problems into practical solutions.

Knowledge

• Solid knowledge of IFS Cloud Brazil localization and extensive knowledge of IFS Cloud CRIM development and management.
• Basic PL/SQL knowledge is beneficial.
• Good general competence in Microsoft Office and other Microsoft products is required.

Other

• Fluent in English and Portuguese , both spoken and written .
• Some travel will be required.