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Job Description

Faststream are looking to recruit a Material Master Data Administrator for a huge client in the Oil & Gas sector. This is an incredible opportunity to join a company with over 30 years industry experience. With offices all over the world and new projects happening all the time this is a great chance to join a leading Oil & Gas company.

The Role - 
Responsible for the management and maintenance of the Material Master (MM) databases (SAP, MM10, McMain) and spare parts technical catalogue to ensure that quality technical and operational information is provided to user groups to facilitate the accurate identification of equipment and material procured for inventory and direct purchase.

Work closely with Project Managers, Technical Superintendents, Rig Material Coordinator, etc. to ensure the Material
Master Data Bases is updated and functional.
  • Create new items on the Material Master (MM) databases in SAP, MM10, McMain, providing MM numbers as per request, and dealing with users and Technical Authority to get approvals as per procedures in place.
  • Responsible for modifications  on the  MM databases  in SAP,  MM10,  McMain  (update of  specification, changing specification values, modifying inventory planning levels, blocking MM numbers, etc.).
  • Create and assign accurate material descriptions and specifications taking into consideration user requirements, technical authority recommendations and applicable international standards.
  • Provide a proper search of MM numbers and promote user training in order to avoid duplicate creation of items.
  • Carry out a deep revision and cleaning of the existent databases MM numbers and standardise minimal information, format and the presentation of the MM Numbers.
  • Design and upload standardized templates for MM numbers request in order to make the MM numbers request for all users easy and faster.
  • Single point of contact for new additions, updates and deletions of Item master information including descriptions, inventory, warehouse, purchasing and finance information. Also, accountable for maintaining offshore storage views and material valuation class in the material master.
  • Reporting Material Master activities and results.
  • Focal point for all of the Material Master related activities.
  • Development and implementation of SCM KPI’s: Dashboard, monthly, quarterly, and yearly KPI’s
The Person - 
Knowledge in materials of JU Rigs’ equipment Offshore, Marine & Oil & Gas equipment, warehouse operations, inventory management, stock control.
  • Knowledge in Material Master Data.
  • Knowledge of SAP-MM and standard working software will be a plus.
  • General knowledge of international standards and specifications (API, ASTM, ASME, etc) will be a plus.
  • Critical thinking skills to work independently
  • Exercise good judgement and decision-making
  • Problem solving, identifying problems, and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
  • Provide guidance and consultation to the internal users
  • Experience with preparation and analysis of reports.
  • Sens of adventure, alternative and creative thinking
  • Ability to multi-task, prioritize work activities, and effectively communicate at all levels within the organization
  • Problem-solving systems and process related issues
  • Effectively works to resolve problems with the internal users
  • Team player, effective communication, and interpersonal skills Positive attitude towards change processes
  • Ability to work in multicultural environment
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage tight deadlines whilst maintaining attention to detail and quality.
Bachelor Business Administration and or B.Sc. degree in a technical field
Professional Experience:
  • 2+ years’ experience in materials management for oil and gas industry/Offshore/Marine.
  • 2+ years in cataloguing activities
  • Experience in Inventory management will be a plus.
  • Good handling of MS Office Tools (Excel, Power Point)
  • Power BI and SAP-MM will be a plus.
Languages: Fluent in English at professional level, and high technical level. Technical French will be a plus.