Operations Data Specialist at gategroup in USA_KY_Cincinnati

Operations Data Specialist

Location: USA_KY_Cincinnati

We’re looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyone’s journeys better.

This position will be responsible for coordinating ERP Data management within the Bill of Material (BOM) in ERP and coordinate the activities to ensure accuracy; support the MRP process and ERP transactional management within the unit to maximize the ERP Materials Management Module; and bridge the communication gap between purchasing and production as it pertains to the MRP process.

Hourly Rate:

• $21 -24.00/hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• 401k, with company match
• Company sponsored life insurance
• Medical, dental, vision plans
• Voluntary short-term/long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary life, accident, and hospital plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee Discounts
• Free hot healthy meals for unit operations roles

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinates the materials substitution checking process.
• Generates the daily exception reports (MF47) and updating the system appropriately after the list has been scrubbed
• Acts as Unit’s point of contact for all master data changes and vendor request; submits these changes to the appropriate contact.
• Coordinates ERP related physical inventory activities and month-end activities
• Submits ERP User ID request to unit controller for approval.
• Creates buyer IOR worksheets
• Generates purchase price variance reports and reviews with Unit Buyer weekly. Submits any changes as a result of review process.
• Cross trains other unit employees on all ERP related functions associated with the purchasing
• Assists Unit Buyer in other Related Purchasing Tasks as assigned
• Ensures forecast is run weekly and verify accuracy of data – includes flight schedule changes and menu cycle changes
• Assists ERP receiver with daily entry of materials transfers in ERP system based off completed requisitions.
• Submits all ROH Material Request for new and extended material
• Monitors JIRA for sourcing request
• In the non-hub units, the role also performs the following responsibilities
  • Ensures that all areas are submitting waste and deviation logs on a daily basis.
  • Enters this into the system and reporting the financial impact on a weekly basis to management. Serves as the Unit’s ERP (ERP) “Super User” The unit’s first point of contact for ERP related questions.
  • Responsible for submitting and follow-up on all ERP related helpdesk issues.
  • Reviews and submits all BOM change request to ensure inventory and general ledger accuracy.
  • Assists as required daily production through back flushing and post goods issue functions.

Qualifications

Education:

• High School graduate or GED required
• College degree a plus

Work Experience:

• 2-5 years’ experience in a purchasing environment
• Experience with a Bill of Material system
• ERP data management experience a Plus
• Buying experience a plus

Technical Skills: (Certification, Licenses and Registration)

• Understanding of Material Management basic processes
• Basic excel skills
• General food knowledge a plus
• Excellent computer skills required

Language / Communication Skills:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate with multiple employees in a fast-paced environment

Job Dimensions

Geographic Responsibility: Operation Unit

Type of Employment: Full time

Travel %: 10%

Exemption Classification: Non-exempt

Internal Relationships: finance department, storeroom clerk, buyer

External Relationships: vendor, supplier

Work Environment / Requirements of the Job: Normal office environment, may be required to be on the Operations floor

Organization Structure

Direct Line Manager (Title): Varies by unit

Estimated Total Size of Team: 1

gategroup Competencies Required to be Successful in the Job:

• Thinking – Information Search and analysis & problem resolution skills
• Engaging – Understanding others, Team Leadership and Developing People
• Inspiring – Influencing and building relationships, Motivating and Inspiring, Communicating effectively
• Achieving – Delivering business results under pressure, Championing Performance Improvement and Customer Focus

Demonstrated Values to be Successful in the Position

Employees at gategroup are expected to live our Values of Excellence, Passion, Responsibility and Respect. To demonstrate these Values, we expect to observe the following from everyone:

Excellence

· We put the customer at the forefront of everything we do, taking time to understand their needs, wishes and desires.

· We constantly learn by giving and receiving feedback, improving from our mistakes and bettering ourselves.

Passion

· Hospitality, in its purest form, comes down to a single, core principle: care. We do everything with thoughtfulness, attention, and care.

· We have a growth mindset, a resilience that makes us determined to bounce back from failures and setbacks.

Responsibility

· We care about what we do, and we understand the impact we have on others and the planet.

· We always look out for each other –creating a safe workplace environment is everyone’s responsibility.

Respect

· Every job matters. We each do our part to ensure our colleagues and our customers succeed in their goals.

· We respect each other’s voices and foster a workplace that supports inclusion and belonging. We are all one gategroup.

Application Closure Statement

To be considered for this position, please submit your application by 08/06/2026

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

gategroup is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status or other category under applicable law.

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We anticipate that this job will close on:

08/31/2026

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