Senior Master Data Analyst
Oak Brook, IL - USA
Job Summary
ASC Engineered Solutions is looking for a Senior Master Data Analyst based out of our Oak Brook IL headquarters. The Senior Master Data Analyst will have an essential role within the supply chain department responsible for managing and maintaining the integrity of master data across systems to support efficient operations accurate planning and data-driven decision-making. Reporting directly to our Senior Director of Inventory Management this position focuses on item creation item maintenance SKU maintenance system maintenance and other industry-standard responsibilities for master data management roles including broader domains such as supplier BOM and related production data. The ideal candidate is a meticulous technically proficient professional with a strong understanding of data management principles experience in ERP environments and the ability to collaborate across functions to resolve data discrepancies and drive continuous improvements in data quality.
How You Will Help
- Lead creation and ongoing maintenance of new and existing items in ERP and planning systems (e.g. BlueYonder SAP) including accurate assignment and updates of key attributes such as descriptions classifications units of measure costs lead times and supplier details.
- Manage SKU setup deactivation optimization and lifecycle alignment to support inventory management and forecasting accuracy.
- Oversee master data system maintenance including data cleansing deduplication configuration updates and regular audits to ensure high accuracy completeness and accessibility.
- Manage additional master data domains including supplier/vendor data (contacts payment terms certifications locations hierarchies qualifications) customer data Bill of Materials (BOM) creation/maintenance production routings/work centers and location/warehouse data to enable accurate procurement production planning costing and logistics.
- Lead vendor/supplier data validation and onboarding verifying accuracy completeness and compliance with payment/quality terms certifications and contracts; resolve discrepancies with procurement and finance teams.
- Serve as subject matter expert to enforce master data governance policies business rules and validation checks.
- Perform root cause analysis on data issues implement corrective actions and support data migrations during system upgrades mergers or acquisitions.
- Generate reports dashboards and metrics on master data quality (e.g. accuracy rates completeness error trends) using Excel Power BI or similar tools to provide actionable insights.
- Support new product development (NPD) and introduction (NPI) by establishing timely master data setups for new items SKUs and related attributes.
- Drive continuous improvement in master data processes including workflow automation and integration of new data sources to reduce manual effort and enhance efficiency.
- Develop and implement standardized processes templates and tools to streamline master data creation maintenance and governance activities across the supply chain.
What You Will Bring
- Minimum of 35 years of experience in master data management data analysis or a related role within supply chain manufacturing or distribution environments.
- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Information Systems Business Administration Data Management or a related field. Relevant certifications (e.g. CDMP or data governance credentials) preferred.
- Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g. SAP Oracle BlueYonder) with hands-on experience in master data modules item/SKU setup and data maintenance processes.
- Strong skills in Microsoft Excel for data manipulation validation and reporting; familiarity with Power BI or similar tools for visualization and data integration platforms preferred.
- Solid understanding of master data concepts including data governance quality assurance hierarchy management and industry standards for item and SKU classification.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen eye for detail to identify data anomalies and implement solutions in a fast-paced setting.
- Effective communication skills to collaborate with diverse teams document processes and train users on master data best practices.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities independently with a proactive approach to driving data accuracy and process enhancements.
- Experience with data auditing migration projects and compliance requirements in regulated industries is a plus.
- Team-oriented mindset with a commitment to accuracy integrity and supporting overall supply chain objectives.
Compensation
The base salary range for this position is $100000.00 - $140000.00 USD annually*.
*The salary range for this position reflects a reasonable estimate of the range of compensation for this role. ASC Engineered Solutions philosophy on compensation is based on careful consideration of additional factors such as (but not limited to) an individuals education training work experience job-related skill set location and industry knowledge as well as the scope and responsibilities of the position and market considerations.
*The salary range for this position reflects a reasonable estimate of the range of compensation for this role. ASC Engineered Solutions philosophy on compensation is based on careful consideration of additional factors such as (but not limited to) an individuals education training work experience job-related skill set location and industry knowledge as well as the scope and responsibilities of the position and market considerations.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
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