Critical Spare Parts Strategy Lead

NSB Omega is searching for a Critical Spare Parts Strategy Lead for our Client in Quintana, TX.

Assignment Description

Skills
Technical Knowledge

• Basic understanding of rotating and electrical equipment
• Ability to interpret P&IDs and electrical one-line diagrams
• Familiarity with failure modes, redundancy strategies, and spare part planning

SAP Expertise

• Skilled in interpreting and using SAP equipment and material master data to drive decisions and analysis
• Able to identify gaps, inconsistencies, and missing linkages between equipment and material records
• Collaborates with SAP master data owners to ensure updates are made accurately based on validated field data, OEM inputs, and inventory findings
• Ensures SAP records reflect the critical equipment and spare parts strategy, even if updates are performed by others

Data Analysis & Inventory Reconciliation

• Ability to analyze, reconcile, and validate large datasets related to equipment and spare parts inventory
• Ensures data accuracy by cross-referencing SAP records, field data, BOMs, and OEM documentation to identify discrepancies, gaps, and obsolete items
• Proficient in Excel for organizing data, performing analysis, managing parts lists, and supporting reporting needs

Communication & Stakeholder Engagement

• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
• Experienced in preparing and presenting data-driven recommendations
• Confident OEM Interface ? Able to engage directly with OEMs to obtain updated BOMs, technical bulletins, lead times, and recommendations critical to strategy execution

KPI Development & Reporting

• Able to design and implement performance dashboards to track spare parts gap closure and project progress

Experience

• Direct experience with spare parts management
• Proven success in leading or coordinating cross-functional projects
• Hands-on use of SAP for maintenance and materials management
• Familiarity with OEM engagement (spares, service contracts, BOM updates)

Characteristics
- Detail-Oriented- Able to spot discrepancies in data and documentation
- Systems Thinker - Understands how decisions on parts impact equipment, operations, and financials
- Results-Driven - Focused on closing gaps and demonstrating progress through KPIs
- Proactive - Anticipates issues (e.g., long lead times, obsolescence) and acts early
- Self-Directed & Independent - Takes initiative, drives progress without heavy supervision, and stays focused on objectives even in complex environments

Key Internal Stakeholders

Maintenance Team

• Validate field conditions, equipment history, and spare part usage
• Support inventory checks and gap reviews

Facilities Engineering

• Confirm equipment technical details and BOMs
• Help interpret drawings and assess replacement options

SAP / IT Master Data Team

• Update and validate equipment and material records in SAP
• Link equipment to materials for accurate planning

Document Control / EDMS

• Store updated BOMs, OEM documents, and service bulletins
• Ensure data is accessible and properly maintained