Specialist, Operations ERP Data Coordinator

Gategroup Holding; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

gategroup is seeking a dedicated purchasing specialist in the Los Angeles area to manage ERP-related purchasing tasks, master data updates, and inventory activities. The role requires strong Excel proficiency and familiarity with BOM systems to ensure accurate data and timely reporting.

The successful candidate will coordinate with the finance team, unit buyers, and vendors, contributing to weekly variance reviews and system improvements.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED required.
• College degree a plus.
• 2–5 years purchasing experience.
• Experience with a Bill of Materials system.
• ERP data management experience a plus.
• Buying experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates ERP related physical inventory activities and month-end activities.
• Generates purchase price variance reports and reviews with Unit Buyer weekly.
• Acts as Unit’s ERP “Super User” and first contact for ERP questions.
• Submits ERP related helpdesk issues and BOM change requests.
• Ensures forecast is run weekly and verifies data accuracy.

Skills

Material Management basics

Excel skills

Food industry knowledge

Computer skills

Education

High School graduate or GED

College degree a plus

Tools

JIRA

Bill of Materials system

ERP software

Job description

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

Payrate: $20.00 - 25.00 per hour (Full-Time)

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• Dental insurance

• Disability insurance

• Health insurance

• Paid time off

• Vision insurance

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, Licences 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

We anticipate that this job will close on: 09/04/2026

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