Legrand NA is hiring: SAP M3 (Materials Master Management) Analyst in Reno

Position Description At a Glance Legrand has an exciting opportunity for aSAP M3 (Materials Master Management) Analyst to join the Legrand Team in Reno, NV. Under the direction of the Production Control Manager, the SAP M3 (Materials Master Management) Analyst will independently support the Operations Department in all aspects of the material lifecycle including setup, estimating, planning, and release. This position will interface with Engineering and Operations to ensure a high level of accuracy as parts are being entered into the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system from the Engineering Development system. The M3 Analyst will ensure that all assigned duties are performed quickly, efficiently, and according to the established departmental and company policies, procedures, and goals. The M3 Analyst will be responsible for ensuring all materials are set up in our ERP (SAP) system accurately. They will create and run complicated reports using SAP and Excel to evaluate the accuracy of all the material master settings as well as inventory and order reports to manage ECO changes. The M3 Analyst will work closely with Engineering, Planning, Purchasing, and Quality to communicate material change requirements. The M3 Analyst will be responsible for all the table updates related to material changes to the SAP VC (Variant Configuration). Will also coordinate our manufacturing Engineering department to facilitate all routing changes and/or additions. The M3 Analyst is expected to utilize system tools to ensure that the supply chain is effective in meeting the needs of our customers while maintaining required delivery and inventory goals. The M3 Analyst has a significant impact on customer service and production activity and therefore must be a creative thinker with sound decision-making ability that acts with the customer in mind. The M3 Analyst, as with all members of the Legrand Team, is expected to promote a positive work environment, demonstrate initiative, professionalism, personal awareness, integrity, and exercise confidentiality. What Will You Do? Coordinate implementation of engineering change orders into ERP system (SAP). Analyze manufacturing, enterprise resource planning (ERP), and other material requirements based on assembly demands, component replenishments, substitute parts or materials, production setups, engineering changes, and enterprise supplies. Updates and maintains all the VC (Variant Configuration) tables for new or obsolete material changes. Coordinate cross-functionally to validate bill of material accuracy and proper part procurement set up in the ERP system. Maintain material master data related to purchasing, logistics, scheduling, cost, and manufacturing Set up and update M3 settings for raw materials, sub-assemblies, and finished goods in the ERP system. Development and maintenance of key department metrics Maintain M3 settings related to raw material scheduling requirements from engineering specifications and production schedules. Resolve schedule, material requirement, or business system problems with cross-functional representatives. Create reports to evaluate, research, study, and report on material management, minimum order quantities, packaging quantities, inventory reorder points, stock levels, demand, and impact of material requirements. Prepare analysis and make recommendations for changes in material management, reporting, and control systems. Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities related to part set-up and material data maintenance. Prepare and present reports regarding material management. Promote positive company user relations by projecting a courteous, helpful attitude and assisting employees when appropriate. Display original thinking and creativity; Meet challenges with resourcefulness; Generate suggestions for improving work; Develop innovative approaches and ideas. Display willingness to make decisions; Exhibit sound and accurate judgment; Support and explain the reasoning for decisions; Include appropriate people in the decision-making process (specifically Department Managers); Make timely decisions. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Required Skills Education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) supplemented by college-level business-related coursework; Associate degree in a related field preferred. Experience: Three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Looking for an Excel wizard! Computer proficient with knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word/Excel/Outlook/Access), ERP, and Engineering Database systems; SAP experience is a huge plus! Ability to coordinate projects and demonstrate technical expertise to a team. Effective oral and written communication skills with the ability to provide information across multiple groups in the Company including Engineering, Marketing, and Sales. Strong organizational and planning skills and the ability to work independently. Project management skills including planning, organizing, meeting facilitation, and coordinating tasks. Familiarity with ISO 9000 standards and audit process. Working Conditions / Physical Requirements The work environment is fast-paced and priorities can shift quickly. All employees are expected to go outside their primary responsibilities when required, and multi-task job duties regularly. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Company Info About Legrand Representing more than 150 years of innovation, Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our purpose is improving lives by transforming the spaces where people live, work and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative and sustainable. Every day, over 39,000 Legrand employees work hard to enhance the buildings of tomorrow. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext ( Legrand SA EPA: LR ) with revenue of €7 billion, and products sold in 180 countries. For more information, visit www.legrandgroup.com/en About Legrand North and Central America Legrand North and Central America (LNCA) employs over 6,500 associates in 50 locations, working across six divisions/sector: Audio Visual, Building Controls Systems, Data Power and Controls, Electrical Wiring Systems, and Lighting. We hold a leading position in every North American market we serve and focus on exceeding our customers’ needs within the commercial, residential, and industrial industries. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. LNCA is an employee-centered, growing company with tremendous opportunity. For more information, visit legrand.us About Legrand’s Data Center Power and Control Division The industry-leading brands of Approved Networks, Ortronics, Raritan, Server Technology, and Starline empower Legrand’s Data, Power & Control to produce innovative solutions for data centers, building networks, and facility infrastructures. Our division designs, manufactures, and markets world-class products for a more productive and sustainable future. The exceptional reliability of our technologies results from decades of proven performance and a dedication to research and development. http://www.legrand.us http://www.youtube.com/legrandna http://www.linkedin.com/company/44580 http://twitter.com/legrandNA Equal Opportunity Employer LocationUS-NV-Reno Positions 1 Category Manufacturing