SAP Material Master Engineer

Job Title: SAP Material Master Engineer
Division: Weir Minerals
Location: Brigade Opus, Bangalore, Hybrid


Purpose of Role:

As an SAP end user, need to co-ordinate with key stakeholders and process requests for new items to be setup in the SAP ERP system. Maintain the Material Master for all existing items in SAP and troubleshoot system issues­. Review and continuously improve the process to reduce the cycle time for new item creation and increase speed to market. This position is for supporting Canada Business Unit and requires an overlap of a working hours with their business hours, hence there is a need to work in 2nd shift, 4PM to 1AM IST.

Why choose Weir:
Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting.


An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.


Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.


Key Responsibilities: (What are the top 4 focus areas of the job, Safety First is required)

• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to Weir’s zero-harm behaviours in support of the drive towards developing a world class safety culture.

• Review and process requests for new items to be created in the SAP ERP system as promptly as possible to increase speed to market.

• Interface with Sales, Procurement, Engineering and Manufacturing personnel to ensure complete and correct information is provided.

• Update and maintain MRP parameters in SAP to support optimized sourcing and distribution policies.

• Create and maintain info records and source list

• Material costing

• Continuously improve the process for item creation and ongoing maintenance of Material Master fields in SAP.

• Liaise with global SAP counterparts to identify opportunities for improvement and assist with implementation of new system developments.

• Ensure accuracy and integrity of data in the SAP ERP system and troubleshoot system issues.

• Prepare, review and maintain the process documents and training materials

• Ensure that the deliverables align with relevant design requirements (specifications, standards, schedule, etc.) and best industry practices/guidelines.

• Execute projects as per defined quality, on time delivery & schedule.

• Work independently without supervision.

Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications: B.E. in Mechanical Engineering/Industrial Engineering with a minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in the area of Supply chain as end user.

Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.

For additional information about what it is like to work at Weir, please visit our Career Page and LinkedIn Life Page.

Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.

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