Operations Analyst - STEP Project - Lehigh Hanson

The Role and the Company

Heidelberg Materials provides the materials to build our future. Our future is sustainable. Our future is digital. And it goes beyond cement, aggregates and ready-mixed concrete. Heidelberg Materials North America operates more than 450 locations with approximately 9,000 employees in the U.S. and Canada.

This position is responsible for providing oversight for the SAP project Northeast Region super-users with an emphasis on operations functions.This individual will work in conjunction with super users and management to meet project deliverables and provide valuable input to ensure a successful implementation for the business.This position will report to NE Region STEP Project Manager in Allentown, PA.This role is anticipated to continue as a subject matter expert post implementation to refine and enhance business & system processes.

Responsibilities

• Obtain considerable knowledge of new SAP system and peripheral systems (Production / Plant Maintenance / Source to Pay) to assist in developing a change management strategy for Northeast Region operations
• Standardize and streamline work processes in the new system between management units
• Participate in discussions concerning new SAP system development and provide recommendations as to the needs of the Northeast Region
• Assist with testing and validation of new SAP system utilizing knowledge of existing systems
• Manage mater data set up and legacy system cleansing for the Northeast Region
• Provide training for Northeast Materials deployments
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of standardized SAP security roles with consideration to separation of duties and audit concerns
• Analyze reports and assist with development of reports required by management
• Assist with user questions, troubleshooting after deployment
• Support ongoing Plant Maintenance master data requirements including equipment masters, maintenance plans, work orders, etc.
• Serve as Operations liaison with STEP/SAP team post go-live representing Northeast Region

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree or relevant work experience
• Solid knowledge of the organization, the competences and products of Heidelberg Materials
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Some travel required (up to 25% anticipated during the project within the NE region and to Corporate HQ)
• Knowledge of manufacturing, inventory, accounting, sales and material movement a plus

Competencies

• Commitment and engagement through high level of work ethic, energy and utilization of abilities for the best of the company
• Demonstrated openness to change, flexibility, and adaptability
• Strong strategic thinking, problem solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to motivate teams and simultaneously manage several projects

Technical Competencies

• Microsoft Excel, advanced or intermediate level preferred
• SAP knowledge a plus

What we have to offer

• Competitive base salary and participation in our annual incentive plan
• Highly competitive benefits programs
• 401k retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions

Heidelberg Materials is a drug free workplace.
External candidates must be able to work in the USA without sponsorship.