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The Spare Parts Obsolete & Material Lifecycle Expert mission is to ensure the structured management of spare parts obsolescence and lifecycle evolution, transforming risks linked to material phase-out into commercial and operational opportunities, and enabling sustainable portfolio development.
- Monitor and manage obsolescence and phase-out notifications received from suppliers for commercial spare parts components.
- Perform proactive supplier screening activities to identify potential obsolescence risks and upcoming phase-outs.
- Create and maintain obsolescence notifications in SAP, including PO/OB status updates and estimated phase-out dates.
- Analyze Installed Base (IB) impact for SAP PLM-designed equipment where BOM and IB information are available.
- Assess component criticality and validate technical compatibility of proposed replacement solutions.
- Define and validate “1-to-1” replacement solutions proposed by suppliers for obsolete components.
- Interface with Service Engineering teams in case of technical doubts or when replacement specifications require further validation.
- Evaluate and validate alternative replacement solutions when the proposed replacement is not fully compatible.
- Identify and assess alternative suppliers capable of providing equivalent “1-to-1” replacement components.
- Support cost assessment and participate in negotiations related to alternative replacement solutions and suppliers.
- Ensure accurate lifecycle, replacement, and obsolescence data management within SAP and related systems.
- Collaborate with Sourcing, Engineering, Spare Parts and Suppliers to support continuity of service and spare parts availability.
- Contribute to technical analysis and resolution of obsolescence cases impacting Sidel installed equipment.
- Support the preparation and distribution of Obsolescence / Phase-Out bulletins and related item lists.
- Experience in Product Lifecycle Management, Aftermarket Services, Supply Chain, or Technical Coordination roles within industrial or manufacturing environments.
- Technical Background/Diploma
- Strong organizational and project management skills; experience leading cross-functional initiatives.
- Analytical mindset with ability to work with large data sets and tools to extract insights and forecasts.
- Clear understanding of industrial product structures (BOMs, materials, substitutions) and ERP data flows (SAP preferred).
- Business-oriented, with the ability to turn technical challenges into customer value and commercial proposals.