Business Data Specialist
An established and growing manufacturing organisation is seeking a motivated Business Data Specialist to join its team in Northern Ireland. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business where data accuracy, operational efficiency and continuous improvement play a key role in supporting business performance and decision-making.
Salary/ Benefits
Competitive salary
Attractive benefits package
Early finish every Friday, working 8:00am-12:00pm
Opportunity to join an established and growing organisation
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Collaborative working environment with exposure to multiple business functions
Opportunity to develop expertise in SAP, ERP systems and master data management
About your next employer
Our client is an established manufacturing organisation operating within a specialist, quality-driven industry, supplying products to customers across regulated markets.
As part of its continued focus on operational excellence and business process improvement, the organisation is seeking a Business Data Specialist to support the accuracy, integrity and effective management of business data across its systems.
Reporting to the Product Data Manager, you will play an important role in maintaining and improving master data, supporting system processes and ensuring information is complete, accurate and suitable for operational use. Working closely with stakeholders across multiple departments, you will help identify data issues, implement improvements and ensure information supports effective reporting and business decision-making.
This role would suit an analytical, organised and detail-oriented individual who enjoys investigating problems, improving processes and working collaboratively across a business.
About you
Previous experience working with business data, master data or business system requirements
Experience using SAP or another ERP system would be advantageous
Strong analytical, numerical and data management skills
Excellent attention to detail, with a strong focus on data accuracy and integrity
Proven problem-solving and investigative abilities, including identifying discrepancies and resolving data issues
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to organise, prioritise and manage multiple requests effectively
Confidence working with stakeholders across different departments and levels of the organisation
Experience within a manufacturing, engineering or operational environment would be advantageous
A relevant qualification or equivalent combination of education and business-related experience would be desirable
A proactive approach to continuous improvement, compliance and ongoing professional development
What you’ll do
Create, maintain and update business and master data within SAP and associated business systems, ensuring accuracy, completeness and consistency
Monitor data quality and support initiatives to improve the reliability and effectiveness of business information
Review incoming master data requests, assessing completeness, classification and priority before coordinating the appropriate next steps
Manage internal and external change requests, ensuring data updates meet agreed business requirements and relevant quality procedures
Work closely with departments including Sales, Customer Service, Manufacturing, Technical, Research and Development, and Quality Assurance to support accurate data management
Investigate data discrepancies and system-related issues, identify root causes and support the implementation of corrective actions
Participate in data cleansing, validation and data quality improvement activities
Develop and maintain an understanding of planning, manufacturing and operational processes to ensure data standards are applied consistently
Support the creation, updating and maintenance of product specifications and associated documentation
Assist with the development and maintenance of data management procedures, system controls and documentation to protect data integrity
Provide accurate information and data analysis to support reporting requirements, management information and business decision-making
Assist with the coordination and transfer of master data between business sites where required
Identify opportunities to improve data processes, system usage and the overall quality of business information
Ensure all activities are carried out in line with company policies, procedures and applicable health and safety requirements
Provide support for wider business projects and continuous improvement initiatives as required
For further information on this job, apply via the link or contact the VANRATH office for a confidential chat today.
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