At OpenWorks we're looking for a ERP Data Management Specialist to join a growing team to ensure the accuracy and consistency of production information.
The ERP Data Management Specialist is responsible for maintaining accurate manufacturing data in the company’s ERP system, with a particular focus on Bills of Materials (BOMs), operation sequences, cycle times, outside processing details, and related configuration data. This role ensures that production information is complete, consistent, and optimised to support efficient assembly, material planning, costing, and scheduling activities.
You will work in the Production Engineering team but collaborate with R&D, Quality and Procurement to ensure seamless translation of product designs into accurate and manufacturable ERP data.
Who we are:
OpenWorks is a rapidly growing business operating globally with a passion for exceptional engineering and building on a legacy of defence innovation in the North East of England.
Our products provide ultra-high performance, real-time detection, tracking, identification and targeting of dynamic aerial threats. They have been deployed internationally to protect high profile military and civilian assets, and contribute towards the defeat of nuisance, misguided and maliciously deployed drones during operations.
We are very proud to have supported a wide range of law enforcement and military operators, protecting many of the most high profile sites and individuals around the world.
The amazing things we do are only possible because of a dedicated and passionate team.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
Join a high-energy, collaborative team based in the beautiful Northumberland countryside - where great ideas thrive, challenges are embraced, and people genuinely love what they do.
Here’s what our benefits have to offer:
Competitive remuneration package, with performance-related bonuses and clear progression opportunities.
25 days’ holiday + public holidays, with long-service rewards and the option to buy up to 5 additional days.
Free breakfast and freshly cooked lunches every day, courtesy of Chef Mark and his team.
Private healthcare through Aviva, keeping you feeling your best.
Life insurance for peace of mind.
Salary sacrifice schemes – including EV car and Cycle to Work options for easy, sustainable travel.
Paid team socials – from quiz nights and football to board games and more; we love to have fun together.
Pension plan with up to 4% employer-matched contributions to help you plan for the future.
A culture that empowers – we enable change, encourage challenge, and celebrate personal growth.
What you’ll be doing:
BOM & Manufacturing Data Management
· Create, maintain and version-control Bills of Materials for complex assemblies and sub-assemblies.
· Ensure BOM structures accurately reflect engineering intent and support efficient assembly workflows. Work with over-sight from R&D to confirm changes to the BOM.
· Maintain operation sequences, routing data, and cycle times within the ERP system.
· Set up and maintain data for outside processing (lead times, supplier operations, costing inputs, etc.).
ERP Data Integrity
· Drive data accuracy and completeness across manufacturing-related fields (part metadata, units of measure, costing categories, revision levels, etc.).
· Ensure proper configuration control and alignment with engineering documentation.
· Support the development and enforcement of ERP data standards and best practices.
Continuous Improvement & Support
· Identify opportunities to streamline ERP data structures and improve manufacturing workflows.
· Assist in resolving ERP data issues impacting planning, production, or procurement.
What we’re looking for:
Essential
· Experience managing manufacturing data in an ERP environment (BOMs, routings, cycle times, etc.).
· Strong understanding of production and assembly processes (preferably electromechanical assemblies).
· Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
· Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
· Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Desirable
· Experience in a low-volume, high-complexity manufacturing environment.
· Experience of Infor Syteline ERP system is preferable
Qualifications
· No specific qualifications are required however education to A-level or equivalent vocational level in a relevant subject/s which demonstrate strong Math, IT and analytical skills would be desirable.
What you’ll get:
As a small, fast growing company (with over 70 people which is continually expanding), we offer the opportunity for a professional to have autonomy and responsibility. You’ll directly see the impact of your efforts.
More about us:
Vision
Help protect the territory and airspace of NATO countries and their allies.
Mission
Be a world-leading provider of autonomous technology for Surveillance applications and Defence
Values
Be a Good Egg: Earn respect, have mutual trust and be honest
Do cool stuff: We develop cool tech with an awesome team, and we get stuff done
Be empowered: We are autonomous, reliable and take personal responsibility
We are one team: Look out for each other and the team
Things go wrong: Fail fast, learn and move on
Have fun: We’re doing amazing things with passionate people