The Master Data Specialist role is responsible for providing control over the data required to successfully execute business processes. The Master Data Specialist will oversee the implementation of enterprise data, quality standards, and drive initiatives to ensure good data is available at the right time to the right people. The role coordinates and monitors local data initiatives while aligning with the data management framework.

Key Result Area:
Capture data needs related to business processes, ensure data quality, compliance, consistency of master data across business systems and provide reports regarding the quality of master data.
Support the development and implementation of an Enterprise Data Management Strategy for business data demands
Align and coordinate efforts between enterprise and business master data initiatives
Identify master data related issues, gaps and inconsistencies between systems and processes related to data, including adoption related challenges
Develop and implement strategies to act on the root cause of local data issues
Support in creating site specific standardized way of working to secure that the output complies with the data quality that the business needs
Ensure that master data in scope is properly managed by the business and supported by IT/Digitalization applications
Coordinate material master data setup, validations and periodic maintenance

Collaborate with Business on how data, mass updates and reporting needs can be used to improve business activities and decisions to resolve master data issues

Job Context:
The Master Data Department will be actively involved in defining a Master Data Framework and Governance for the organisation and will be involved in large strategic projects within the organisation to ensure that data sets are monitored/managed more efficiently. The focus being to successfully deliver these projects on time and within budget, ensuring that the project objectives are met while adhering to PMP standard methodologies/Agile Methodology.

Knowledge, Skills & Minimum Experience:
Education Qualification:
Bachelor degree or similar through experience.
You have at least 3 years of proven experience in a similar role within master data;
You have experience with ERP systems

Work Experience:
Experience with setting up and working with workflow tools and process automation tools;
Advanced knowledge of MS-Excel and/or other reporting tools (e.g., Power BI);
Strong analytical and reporting skills;

Skills:
Data analysis
Business acumen

Database management:
Problem-solving
Must be familiar with data structures, systems tables, error messages, and have experience in system problem resolution
Ability to communicate effectively, concisely, and logically in a timely manner and at an appropriate level, while maintaining confidentiality
Excellent organizational skills to function effectively under time constraints and within established deadlines, with particular attention to detail
Conflict resolution experience
Flexible & adaptable through organizational growth
Approachable and friendly
Ability to promote and foster a team culture where values such as excellence, hard work, service to stakeholders, honesty, integrity and achievement are paramount