Product Structure Specialist - Anchorage, AK

Job Description

NANA Worley is hiring for multiple positions at varying classifications, from Product StructureSpecialist I to Product Structure Specialist III, depending on experience and competencies.

*This position qualifies for the NANA Worley Candidate Referral Program, available only toexisting NANA Worley employees*

The Product Structure Specialist position is responsible for researching, developing, maintaining, andvalidating SAP Product Structures, Bills of Material, Material Master records, equipment hierarchies,and spare parts information in support of maintenance, reliability, and project execution. Individualsare expected to apply knowledge of maintenance practices, materials management, SAP masterdata, technical documentation, and client procedures to assigned activities.

This position is intended for execution from the Client’s offices in Anchorage, Alaska, USA

Responsibilities

• Researches and analyzes technical documentation, drawings, vendor information,purchase orders, procurement records, maintenance records, and project deliverables todetermine Product Structure and material data requirements and validate materialattributes and manufacturer information.
• Coordinates directly with project engineers, designers, vendors, equipmentmanufacturers, maintenance, warehouse, and supply chain personnel to obtain technicalinformation, validate material requirements, resolve documentation discrepancies, andsupport accurate material identification and SAP data integrity.
• Develops, maintains, and validates SAP Product Structures and Bills of Material for new andexisting equipment commensurate with classification level.
• Maintains existing Bills of Material and Product Structures and assists with routine MaterialMaster research, SAP updates, Material Stock Requests, and documentation updates.
• Develops and maintains SAP Product Structures, reviews project documentation, createsBills of Material for new equipment, researches obsolete and replacement materials, andperforms Material Master governance and duplicate material analysis.
• Leads moderate-complexity Product Structure projects and coordinates with Engineering,Maintenance, Warehouse, Supply Chain, and other stakeholders to support accuratematerial identification and SAP data integrity.
• Serves as a subject matter expert for SAP Product Structures, Bills of Material, critical spareparts management, inventory optimization, and SAP Plant Maintenance/MaterialsManagement data integrity.
• Reviews and approves complex Product Structure development and supports major capitalprojects, equipment upgrades, reliability initiatives, and materials strategies.
• Links Material Master records to SAP Functional Locations and maintains accurateequipment hierarchy and parent-child relationships.
• Reviews engineering modifications, Management of Change documentation, project workpackages, and maintenance changes to determine required Product Structure updates.
• Supports inventory optimization efforts by coordinating minimum and maximum levels,critical spares, and stocking strategies with warehouse, materials, and supply chainpersonnel.
• Maintains electronic references for equipment drawings, vendor documentation, parts lists,and spare parts information.
• Assists maintenance personnel and operators in locating equipment records, partsinformation, SAP Functional Locations, and Product Structures.
• Provides technical support, guidance, mentoring, and information to others regarding spareparts requirements, equipment upgrades, stocking strategies, Product Structures, and SAPdata integrity.

Qualifications

Product Structure Specialist I

• High School Diploma or GED required; associate degree or technical training in maintenance,reliability, materials management, engineering technology, or related field preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in industrial maintenance, materials management,engineering support, SAP master data, or related work.
• Maintains existing Bills of Material and Product Structures under guidance of more seniorpersonnel.
• Assists with Material Master research, SAP updates, Material Stock Requests, anddocumentation updates.
• Supports maintenance personnel with material identification, equipment records, SAPFunctional Locations, and Product Structure information.
• Learns SAP Plant Maintenance and Materials Management functionality, Product Structurestandards, material master data requirements, and client procedures.
• Works under guidance of senior specialists while developing knowledge of Product Structureprocesses, SAP data integrity, and spare parts documentation.

Product Structure Specialist II

• High School Diploma or GED required; associate degree or technical training in maintenance,reliability, materials management, engineering technology, or related field preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial maintenance, reliability, materialsmanagement, engineering support, SAP master data, or related work.Independently develops and maintains SAP Product Structures and Bills of Material for newand existing equipment.
• Reviews project documentation and creates Bills of Material for new equipment based onequipment criticality, maintenance requirements, and approved project deliverables.Researches obsolete and replacement materials and performs Material Master governanceand duplicate material analysis.
• Supports inventory optimization initiatives through coordination of minimum and maximumlevels, critical spares, stocking strategies, and material data improvements.
• Independently coordinates with project engineers, designers, vendors, equipmentmanufacturers, maintenance, warehouse, and supply chain personnel to obtain technicalinformation, validate material requirements, resolve documentation discrepancies, andsupport accurate material identification and SAP data integrity.
• Leads moderate-complexity Product Structure projects and provides technical informationto others regarding spare parts requirements, equipment upgrades, and Product Structureupdates.

Product Structure Specialist III

• High School Diploma or GED required; associate degree or technical training in maintenance,reliability, materials management, engineering technology, or related field preferred.A minimum of 8 years of experience in industrial maintenance, reliability, materialsmanagement, engineering support, SAP master data, or related work.
• Recognized SAP Product Structure and Bill of Material authority with demonstratedexperience developing, maintaining, reviewing, and approving complex Product Structures.Leads standardization and inventory optimization initiatives and develops strategies forcritical spare parts management.
• Provides guidance on SAP Plant Maintenance and Materials Management data integrity,equipment hierarchy management, Functional Location relationships, Material Masterassignments, and Product Structure governance.
• Supports major capital projects, equipment upgrades, reliability initiatives, and materialsstrategies.
• Mentors junior specialists, develops best practices, and provides guidance to functional workgroups.
• Interfaces directly with leadership, engineering, maintenance, warehouse, supply chain, andproject personnel on reliability and materials strategies.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience as a Product Structure Specialist, BOM Coordinator, Materials Planner, ReliabilityAnalyst, SAP Data Specialist, or similar role.
• Experience with ConocoPhillips Product Structure procedures, SAP standards, or similarclient material master data standards.
• Familiarity with Functional Locations, equipment hierarchy management, Management ofChange processes, Material Take-Offs, Recommended Spare Parts Lists, Total Parts Lists,Vendor Data and Documentation Requirements, and project closeout documentation.
• Alaska North Slope, arctic, oil and gas, or industrial operating environment experience.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Language AbilityAbility to read and interpret documents such as technical procedures, drawings, vendordocumentation, maintenance records, project deliverables, and client standards. Ability to writeroutine reports, correspondence, material descriptions, and data-quality notes. Ability tocommunicate effectively with maintenance, operations, engineering, warehouse, supply chain,documentation, and project personnel.

Math AbilityAbility to calculate and review quantities, inventory levels, unit conversions, and material counts.Ability to apply practical math concepts to spare parts planning, Bill of Material development, andinventory optimization.

Reasoning AbilityAbility to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables where only limitedstandardization exists. Ability to research, compare, and validate technical material informationfrom multiple sources; identify duplicate materials; resolve data discrepancies; evaluatereplacement parts; and determine appropriate SAP Product Structure updates based on availabledocumentation and stakeholder input.

Computer SkillsWorking knowledge of Microsoft Word processing software, Excel spreadsheet software, Outlook emailsoftware, and Teams collaboration software. Proficiency with SAP Plant Maintenance andMaterials Management modules is required. Experience with document management systems,material search tools, and maintenance or reliability data systems is preferred.

Certificates and LicensesNo certifications required.

Supervisory ResponsibilitiesThis position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities, although the individual may be askedto coordinate work activities, provide Product Structure guidance, or support a functional workgroup.

AnalyticalSynthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses experience tocomplement available information; designs workflows and procedures.

Technical SkillsAssesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; strives tocontinuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.

Problem SolvingIdentifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully;develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations.

InterpersonalFocuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others withoutinterrupting; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Oral CommunicationSpeaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification;responds well to questions; participates in meetings.

Team WorkBalances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views;contributes to building a positive team spirit; supports others' efforts to succeed.

Written CommunicationWrites clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meetneeds; presents data effectively; reads and interprets written information.

Safety and SecurityObserves safety and security procedures.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.