ERP Data Coordinator

gategroup; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food service logistics is seeking a motivated individual for ERP Data management. This role includes the responsibility of coordinating materials and ensuring the accuracy of data within the ERP system. The ideal candidate has experience in a purchasing environment and solid technical skills. Join a team that values respect, integrity, and excellence.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years’ experience in a purchasing environment.
• Experience with a Bill of Material system.
• Excellent computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate materials substitution checking process.
• Generate daily exception reports and update the system.
• Assist Unit Buyer in related purchasing tasks.

Skills

Communication

Problem resolution

Data analysis

Education

High School graduate or GED required

College degree a plus

Tools

ERP system

Excel

JIRA

Job description

We’re looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyone’s journeys better.

This position will be responsible for coordinating ERP Data management within the Bill of Material (BOM) in ERP and coordinate the activities to ensure accuracy; support the MRP process and ERP transactional management within the unit to maximize the ERP Materials Management Module; and bridge the communication gap between purchasing and production as it pertains to the MRP process.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinates the materials substitution checking process.
• Generates the daily exception reports (MF47) and updating the system appropriately after the list has been scrubbed
• Acts as Unit’s point of contact for all master data changes and vendor request; submits these changes to the appropriate contact.
• Coordinates ERP related physical inventory activities and month-end activities
• Submits ERP User ID request to unit controller for approval.
• Creates buyer IOR worksheets
• Generates purchase price variance reports and reviews with Unit Buyer weekly. Submits any changes as a result of review process.
• Cross trains other unit employees on all ERP related functions associated with the purchasing
• Assists Unit Buyer in other Related Purchasing Tasks as assigned
• Ensures forecast is run weekly and verify accuracy of data – includes flight schedule changes and menu cycle changes
• Assists ERP receiver with daily entry of materials transfers in ERP system based off completed requisitions.
• Submits all ROH Material Request for new and extended material
• Monitors JIRA for sourcing request
• In the non-hub units, the role also performs the following responsibilities
  • Ensures that all areas are submitting waste and deviation logs on a daily basis.
  • Enters this into the system and reporting the financial impact on a weekly basis to management. Serves as the Unit’s ERP (ERP) “Super User” The unit’s first point of contact for ERP related questions.
  • Responsible for submitting and follow-up on all ERP related helpdesk issues.
  • Reviews and submits all BOM change request to ensure inventory and general ledger accuracy.
  • Assists as required daily production through back flushing and post goods issue functions.

Qualifications

Education:

• High School graduate or GED required
• College degree a plus

Work Experience:

• 2-5 years’ experience in a purchasing environment
• Experience with a Bill of Material system
• ERP data management experience a Plus
• Buying experience a plus

Technical Skills: (Certification, Licenses and Registration)

• Understanding of Material Management basic processes
• Basic excel skills
• General food knowledge a plus
• Excellent computer skills required

Language / Communication Skills:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate with multiple employees in a fast-paced environment

Job Dimensions

Geographic Responsibility: Operation Unit

Type of Employment: Full time

Travel %: 10%

Exemption Classification: Non-exempt

Internal Relationships: finance department, storeroom clerk, buyer

External Relationships: vendor, supplier

Work Environment / Requirements of the Job: Normal office environment, may be required to be on the Operations floor

Budget / Revenue Responsibility: (Local Currency) N/A

Organization Structure

Direct Line Manager (Title): Varies by unit

Dotted Line Manager (Title, if applicable): 0

Number of Direct Reports: 0

Number of Dotted Line Reports: 0

Estimated Total Size of Team: 1

gategroup Competencies Required to be Successful in the Job:

• Thinking – Information Search and analysis & problem resolution skills
• Engaging – Understanding others, Team Leadership and Developing People
• Inspiring – Influencing and building relationships, Motivating and Inspiring, Communicating effectively
• Achieving – Delivering business results under pressure, Championing Performance Improvement and Customer Focus

Demonstrated Values to be Successful in the Position

Employees at gategroup are expected to live our Values of Excellence, Integrity, Passion and Accountability. To demonstrate these Values, we expect to observe the following from everyone:

• We treat each other with respect and we act with integrity
• We communicate and keep each other informed
• We put our heads together to problem solve and deliver excellence as a team
• We have passion for our work and we pay attention to the little details
• We foster an environment of accountability , take responsibility for our actions and learn from our mistakes
• We do what we say we will do, when we say we are going to do it
• We care about our coworkers, always taking an opportunity to make someone’s day better

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

gategroup is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status or other category under applicable law.

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