What are the responsibilities and job description for the SAP/MRP Specialist position at AGC Automotive Americas?
Get to Know Us:
AGC Automotive Americas (AANA) is a leading supplier of automotive glazing for the OEM and aftermarket industries and is part of the AGC Group, the largest global glass supplier employing more than 50,000 worldwide in approximately 30 countries.
Culture:
Expectations are high and team successes are celebrated. We believe in the power of skilled, engaged, and united teamwork backed by open, honest communication. Integrity matters most and is essential for building trust with teammates and with customers.
Summary of Position:
The SAP/MRP Specialist will serve as an SAP Key User and the first line of support at their home plant for all SAP-related areas, including EDI, Shipping, Production, Purchasing, and Receiving. This role is crucial in providing training, developing process documentation, standardizing processes, and acting as a liaison between the plant and corporate SCM and IT teams. This position will also have other key responsibilities in the plant supply chain department as defined by the Supply Chain Manager.
Responsibilities:
- Provide immediate support for SAP-related issues in EDI, Shipping, Production, Purchasing, and Receiving.
- Troubleshoot and resolve system issues to ensure smooth operations.
- Develop and deliver training sessions for new and existing employees on SAP processes and procedures.
- Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and user manuals.
- Develop process documentation and user procedures to ensure consistency and efficiency.
- Standardize processes across AGC locations where necessary.
- Assist in the design, testing, and implementation of new SAP functions and processes.
- Conduct regression testing to ensure system changes do not negatively impact existing processes.
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in existing processes and systems.
- Implement best practices to enhance operational efficiency.
Education/Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Information Technology, or a related field or equivalent experience
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in SAP support or a similar role.
- Strong knowledge of SAP modules related to EDI, Shipping, Production, Purchasing, and Receiving.
- SAP certified (Preferred)
Skills and Qualifications:
- Advanced Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint) skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Good communication skills to communicate with customers, team members, and management.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Effective communication and training skills.
- Experience with process documentation and standardization.
We’re looking for someone with:
- Passion – Exhibits a dedication to AGC, plant and department mission, people and values pursuing continuous improvement and thinking deeply about our business.
- Innovation & Change Orientation – Networks with others, internally and externally. Stimulates, encourages and cultivates new thinking, ideas and experimentation. Exhibits intolerance for maintaining the status quo. Anticipates and quickly adapts to change. Takes calculated risks
- Integrity – Behaves in a predictable, consistent and reliable manner. Follows through and delivers on commitments. Leads by example. Communicates an agenda with transparency. Acts in a manner that puts company interest before self-interest. Exhibits unquestionable business ethics on a global basis.
- Courage for Challenge – Expresses optimism and a positive attitude even when faced with adversity and crisis. Makes tough decisions. Learns from failure and recovers. Engages in life-long professional and personal development.
What can AGC Offer You?
We offer a competitive compensation package including base salary, structured bonus plan, comprehensive benefits, paid vacation, paid company holidays, 401k with Company match, and opportunities for professional development.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer – To be considered applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
