Material Code Creator at Sterling Oil Exploration & Energy Production Company Limited (SEEPCO)

Job Summary

• The Material Code Creator is responsible for generating and managing material codes in the ERP system, ensuring standardization, accuracy, and consistency in the classification of materials.
• The role involves coordinating with procurement, inventory, Project and engineering teams to establish a structured material catalogue system that enhances efficiency in material tracking and procurement.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, update, and maintain material codes in the ERP system as per company standards.
• Ensure proper classification, nomenclature, and descriptions of materials following industry best practices.
• Work closely with procurement, inventory, and engineering teams to define material specifications and avoid duplication.
• Implement standard naming conventions and taxonomy to enhance searchability and identification.
• Ensure compliance with internal material master data policies and procedures.
• Verify and validate new material requests to prevent redundancy and standardize material categories.
• Assist in auditing and cleansing existing material codes to improve data quality.
• Generate reports and insights related to material code usage and effectiveness.
• Provide training and support to end users on material code standards and best practices.
• Work with Project teams to enhance ERP material master data functionalities.

Requirements

• Education: Diploma in Mechanical Engineering/Project, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in material master data management, preferably in manufacturing, construction, oil & gas, or other industrial sectors.

Skills:

• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) and material master data management.
• Strong understanding of material classification and coding standards (e.g., UNSPSC, ISO 8000).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Good communication and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) material management.
• Knowledge of industry-specific material cataloguing practices.
• Certification in supply chain management or ERP systems is a plus.