Materials SME
Core
Functional partner for Buyers guiding them through standardized purchasing processes, resolving complex operational questions, and leading the testing and deployment of new procurement tools.
Role type
Senior Materials SME (Procurement Operations)
Builds
Scalable and standardized procurement workflows and tool adoption across global sites
Domain
Manufacturing / Supply Chain / Procurement
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
SAP Purchasing modules, PO execution, vendor management, process mapping, business process documentation, UAT leadership, functional training design, supplier communication strategies, Supply Chain Planning fundamentals (Demand, MRP, BOM, lead times)
Preferred skills
Basic programming (VBA, Python, SQL), Power BI data analysis
Responsibilities
Resolve advanced system or operational inquiries for Buyers, guide purchasing teams on standardized processes and best practices, support Buyers in managing supplier relations and tool adoption, define and document business processes and standard work instructions, lead testing and validation of new procurement tools and system upgrades, conduct functional training for new hires and existing team members
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC
