Master Data Controller
Reference: 883170
Location: Burnley, UK
Type: Perm, Full-time
Sector: Energy Infrastructure
Description
Our Client is a leading global expert in the provision of welding and coating services and operates in several jurisdictions around the world.
The Role
The Master Data Controller plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of master data across all Client Entities. This position is vital for maintaining efficient master data, therefore supporting data driven decision-making and contributing to the smooth flow of information as we transition from SAP to a newly installed ERP System. This role reports into the Lead Manufacturing & Production Engineer.
Key Responsibilities
Remit and Responsibilities:
Data Governance & Integrity: Own the creation, maintenance, and accuracy of master data (e.g., customer, vendor, material, pricing, hierarchy data) within the business across various systems (e.g., ERP - SAP).
Support the implementation of inventory into new entities, including USA, Brazil & the Middle East.
Data Standardisation: Implement and enforce master data standards, policies, and procedures to ensure
consistency and quality including USA, Brazil & the Middle East entities.New Product Introduction (NPI): Process requests for new master data creation and changes, ensuring all required fields are accurately populated and approved according to established workflows.
Data Governance & Standards: Define and enforce data standards, naming conventions, and classification rules. Ensure compliance with internal and external data policies.
Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline data processes, perform regular audits and validations to ensure data integrity. Collaborate with departments to correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
Health, Safety & Environmental Responsibilities:
All employees have a duty to take care of their own health and safety and that of others affected by their actions at work.
Employees must conduct assigned tasks and duties in a safe manner, in accordance with instructions, and comply with all Health, Safety & Environmental rules, policy, procedures, regulations and codes of practice.
Employees must co-operate with management and co-workers to help everyone meet their legal obligations.
Employees must follow any instructions or health, safety & environmental training provided by the company and report any hazards, injuries or ill health that present a serious and imminent risk and inform your line manager about any shortcomings you identify within your health and safety arrangements.
Key Requirements
Skills & Experience
Work Experience Required:
Proven experience in master data management, or a highly administrative role with a strong data focus.
Skills & Knowledge Required:
ERP (SAP, etc) Essential, Excel M365 desirable.
Organisational Skills: Exceptional organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks effectively.
Proactive & Self-Motivated: Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Due to current workloads, Simpson Booth regrets to inform that in the instance you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of your application, you are to consider your application unsuccessful at this time.