SAP VC/Data Team Supv

Summary SAP VC/Data Team Supervisor $116,000 - $178,000/ Yr.
As the largest machine tool builder in the western world, we need world-class talent in all of our departments.
And we’re not just looking for people for the production floor.
Haas is a very vertically integrated company, with a wide range of high-tech career opportunities available.
Oh, and yes, we are the same Haas that owns the Stewart-Haas Racing NASCAR teams, and the Haas F1 Team from the Netflix series: Drive to Survive.
Supervises the SAP VC/Data Team, including analyzing, correcting, creating, and changing critical master data, for creation and management of BOM structure and object dependencies, for establishment of pricing based on region and other characteristics, and for Engineering Record (ER) activities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.
Other duties may be assigned.
Supervision of the Data Team and all associated activities including: The creation of top level BOM structures for Engineering.
Implementation and management of special pricing arrangements by region, dealer, sales organization, etc.
Programming of logic/rules within SAP to ensure machines are configured correctly.
Review and actions associated with ERs.
Review and actions associated with Product Definition Forms (PDs).
Technical support to other areas of the business that is related to Data Team responsibilities.
Utilizes diplomacy and tact in balancing Data Team activities between the sometimes-varying objectives of Marketing, Engineering, Sales, and other Departments.
Continuous improvement of quality of data in SAP.
Continuous improvement of Variant Configuration quality.
Implement improvements in VC design at Haas.
Publish Processes, Procedures, and Standards to add or change Variant Configuration objects.
Debug a wide area of the system including; materials, BOM items, configurable BOM’s, configuration profiles, routings, assignments, and testing methods.
Streamlining of business processes.
Master both functional and technical aspects of the SAP Platform at Haas.
Ensures accuracy of machine variant configurations in support of the Master Schedule.
Ensures that master data driving all business processes integrate with no conflict into a single company-wide business system.
Establishing the ongoing strategy for Variant Configuration throughout the company.
Analyze, correct, create and change Characteristics, Configuration Profiles, Object Dependencies and all duties associated with Classification for the global Haas enterprise.
The VC team is responsible for defining the BOM structure, the planning process and the method that we will sell and market our products to our customers.
They will publish the BOM structure and get a sign off from the Engineering Department.
The VC team also supports the maintenance of the Master Schedule by creating and configuring new variants, and modifying and validating existing variants Provide user support and troubleshoot issues with configuration management software.
Monitor configuration management processes.
Create and maintain documentation for tools used to support configuration management.
Establish and Maintain quality of data in SAP.
Monitor/maintain data integration with BI/BW Reporting system.
Establish and Maintain quality of VC objects in SAP.
Monitor/maintain integration with Dealer Portal.
Monitor/maintain other applications and systems as assigned.
Use skills to delivery high quality work product in a timely manner.
Communicate effectively both horizontally with peers and customers, and vertically with management.
Publish a BOM structure for each frame.
Create OD and selections rules for all BOM’s.
Attach the rules to BOM’s.
Creation and maintenance of machine variant configurations.
Create materials and maintain the critical fields in material master.
Create BPP’s for users.
Independently enter complex ER changes into SAP, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Training of less experienced personnel within the department.
• Employees are expected to follow instructions, procedures and to escalate any issue impacting workflow, quality, etc.
• Employees must exhibit honesty and integrity as well as demonstrate adherence to rules, procedures and policies.
Supervisory Responsibilities Supervisory Responsibilities Supervised Employees Directly supervises employees.
The supervisory responsibilities include the following: supervises in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Supervisors must also train employees, plan, assign, and direct work, address complaints and resolve problems.
6 to 10 Qualifications To perform this job successfully the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty adequately.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Minimum Qualifications This position requires knowledge of multiple business areas including manufacturing, distribution, sales, customer service, engineering, finance/accounting, HR, and our dealer portal.
Also requires knowledge of process engineering and re-engineering with strong communication skills and solid documentation skills.
Responsibilities encompass the entire SAP ERP system, which requires an in-depth understanding of the SAP modules, their cross-functional effects, and the master data which connects them.
Broad knowledge of SAP configuration is required.
Strong understanding of business processes utilized in worldwide in support of the Order to Cash, Plan to Produce, and Purchase to Pay Processes.
Responsible for providing data for procurement, master scheduling, MRP planning and forecasting methodology; Warehousing, Inventory Management; Engineering Change Management, Quality Management processes, both internal manufacturing and external supplier, Sales, Service, Product defects/Return to Vendor; global statutory requirements, Procurement, customs duties/VAT/Taxation, Materials Management, Variant Configuration, Bills of Material, and Equipment Records.
Knowledge of Haas products Desired Qualifications Education Bachelor's Degree BA/BS/BFA/BSA from a four-year college or university is required, plus additional related experience, training and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Major Operations Management Business Administration Supply Chain Management Industrial Engineering Economics Mathematics Minimum Years of Experience 10+ years Language Skills Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and/or governmental regulations in English.
Must be able to write analytical and/or technical reports, business correspondence, procedure manuals, and create instructional reference material.
Able to speak effectively before groups, customers, employees of the organization and/or the general public.
Mathematical Skills Must be able to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Must have the ability to apply concepts of arithmetic, algebra, and geometry.
Reasoning Ability Must have the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Must be able to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions such as mathematical and/or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Activity Duration Sitting Frequently Standing Occasionally Walking Occasionally Bending (neck) Frequently Bending (waist) Rarely Squatting Never Twisting (neck) Occasionally Twisting (waist) Occasionally Climbing Never Kneeling Never Crawling Never Reaching (above shoulder level) Occasionally Reaching (below shoulder level) Occasionally Hand Use Duration Repetitive use of hand Frequently Simple grasping Frequently Power grasping Rarely Fine manipulation Frequently Pushing & Pulling Occasionally Vision Required Close vision Yes Distance vision Yes Color vision Yes Peripheral vision Yes Depth perception Yes Adjust focus Yes Lifting Requirements Duration 0-10 lbs.
Occasionally 11-25 lbs.
Occasionally 26-50 lbs.
Never 51-60 lbs.
Never 61+ lbs.
Never Equipment Use Duration This position requires computer use, including monitor, keyboard, mouse, trackball, touchpad, etc.
Frequently Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Noise Level The noise level in the work environment is usually: Moderate Work Environment Duration This position operates in a general office or engineering lab environment Frequently Employee will work around machining or on the production floor Rarely Employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration Occasionally Employee is exposed to hazardous chemicals, fumes or airborne particles Never Employee is exposed to outside weather conditions, extreme cold or extreme heat Never Employee is exposed to risk of electrical shock Never