Warmanselect Development Manager

Job Title:
WarmanSelect Development Manager
Division:
Minerals
Location:
Hybrid
Purpose of Role:
Manage the development, implementation and continuous improvement of WarmanSelect (Configure Price Quote tool) solution. The main objective is to ensure accurate and efficient quoting for products offered while streamlining the business processes (sales and order phase) to reduce costs and support the Configure to Order (CTO) initiatives. This objective shall be attained through the process of developing and implementing the solution, followed by diligent maintenance management during its utilization, and the continual pursuit of improvement and optimization.
Why choose Weir:
Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It's a big challenge – but it is exciting.
An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.
Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual's contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.
Key Responsibilities:

Take the initiative to improve the quotation process and define a strategic roadmap for WarmanSelect Configure Price Quote (CPQ) processes.
Coordinate and manage the stakeholders in CTO and WarmanSelect, including the Leadership Team, Technology Groups, Regional Sales, Engineering, Product Management and supporting third parties.
Coordinate creating an optimal user experience by adhering to industry best practices and conducting periodic assessments to identify areas for refinement and enhancement.
Continuously acquiring swift product knowledge is essential to stay updated with the latest product developments & innovations.
Defining the CPQ processes and tool architecture which involves establishing the structural framework and components that enable the proper functioning and integration of the CPQ system.
Program and customize WarmanSelect according to business requirements. In addition, set up output documents and (approval) workflows.
Facilitate seamless Integration and data flow with third-party systems, such as Salesforce, SAP, Teamcenter, SharePoint and Microsoft Office.
Manage and conduct thorough testing of updates and application improvements.
Manage the release (deploy) process of updates to the production environment and inform stakeholders.
Support user access and permissions to ensure appropriate access levels for different departments and roles.
Provide comprehensive user training sessions to ensure effective utilization and adoption of the CPQ processes and tools.
Work closely with the WBS IS&T and Engineering Systems teams to actively respond to incidents and issues raised by the business. Implement timely resolutions and preventive measures to minimize future disruptions.
Help implement security measures to safeguard WarmanSelect intellectual property.
Continuous monitoring of technical and commercial CPQ input such as cost prices and technical selection methods.
Stay up-to-date on new developments and innovations within the CPQ solutions and integrated systems.
Regularly provide progress reports and recommendations to the Minerals Leadership Team and Divisional IS&T management.
Develop, document and maintain maintenance functions for CPQ processes and systems.
Documenting requirements from users, setting priorities and engaging with developers to ensure timeous and accurate completion of tasks.
Work closely with the Divisional IS&T Change Management team to develop process and training documentation and support development of online training courses.

Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications:

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering
Knowledge of pump selection and application principles
Knowledge of sales process
Knowledge of software development principles and agile development
Knowledge of Weir pump ranges

Communication:

Effectively engaging with stakeholders on all levels.
Efficiently managing the CPQ team and setting priorities.
Delivering comprehensive training sessions to users and programmers.
Employing a critical approach towards input and processes.
Facilitating collaboration and cohesion among teams and departments.
Demonstrating effective communication skills in commercial and technical contexts.
Exhibiting persuasive abilities to promote the CPQ processes and tools within the organization.

Competencies:

Ability to release (deploy) updates into the production environment.
Ability to manage user access and permissions.
Ability to push-back on technical and commercial input.
Ability to set priorities.
An acumen for improving processes through use of systems.

Responsibilities:

CPQ processes and tool ownership.
CPQ maintenance & development.
CPQ workflows for approval and integrations.
Training of users and programmers.
CPQ user access and permissions.
Documentation of processes.

Skills & Education:

Academic working and thinking level in a technical direction.
Knowledge of programming and experience with CPQ tools.
Knowledge of CPQ tools, Teamcenter, Microsoft Office, Salesforce, and SAP.
Communicative skills (commercial and technical) in English.
Self-directing with analytical skills.
Problem solving capability.
Knowledge of principles of mechanical engineering, like Bills of Materials, material master data and engineering calculations.

About Weir:
Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir's technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.
Compensation:
Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.
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