[Remote] Master Data Analyst

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Newell Brands is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands. The Material Master Data Analyst — Home Fragrance is responsible for the accurate execution and validation of product master data processes within SAP, ensuring compliance and data quality throughout the lifecycle of Home Fragrance product categories.

Responsibilities

• Execute product data and change management activities for Home Fragrance product categories, following established data quality and governance standards
• Follow and apply data governance rules and data quality requirements throughout the data lifecycle, escalating compliance gaps or systemic issues to the appropriate team or leader
• Create, maintain, and validate Home Fragrance master data in SAP, including material master setup for manufactured finished goods (candles, wax blends, and fragrance SKUs) and raw materials
• Prepare and input Bills of Material (BOMs) into SAP for new manufactured items, including wax blending components, as raw material items become available during the development timeframe
• Execute system workflows, including routing, task sequencing, and change request management (ECN/ECR)
• Ensure alignment and consistency of Home Fragrance product data across interconnected systems throughout the data lifecycle
• Investigate and resolve data issues to ensure completeness and system compliance
• Schedule and run daily and special reports for information used in initial part number and BOM setups, as well as for tracking raw material status flows
• Partner with Engineering and PMO teams to ensure all Home Fragrance product data is accurate, complete, and available to support on-time project and product launch timelines
• Act as a central point of coordination to identify and resolve bottlenecks, gaps, and dependencies within Home Fragrance data workflows
• Track progress on active projects, identify obstacles, and flag issues pertaining to systems and process
• Communicate clearly and effectively with project leadership and cross-functional partners, providing additional data support where needed
• Support other team members with on-the-fly troubleshooting as needed within area of focus
• Serve as the go-to resource for Home Fragrance product data processes and SAP workflows within assigned scope
• Provide guidance and support to cross-functional teams on data requirements and workflows
• Run and analyze reports to identify exceptions, gaps, and risks in Home Fragrance master data
• Perform accurate completion of part setup and validation; create, update, and work from spreadsheets and reports; research and compile data as necessary

Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree or equivalent experience preferred
• 2–5 years of experience in data management, supply chain, manufacturing operations, or a related field
• Experience working in ERP systems (SAP preferred) and/or Windchill
• Experience with Consumer Product master data, including manufactured finished goods and raw materials
• Thorough knowledge of spreadsheet software; comfort working with large data files easily, efficiently, and accurately
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks and competing priorities with excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Reliable and accountable — follows through on commitments and takes initiative to get work done
• Works cooperatively with cross-functional partners to coordinate and resolve issues
• Able to manage competing priorities and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
• Enjoys fast-paced work with competing priorities and challenging deadlines
• Enjoys problem solving and finding cooperative, process-based solutions to challenges
• Enjoys detail-oriented work and takes pride in accuracy
• Associate's degree or equivalent experience preferred
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, specifically wax blending practices, preferred
• Experience with raw materials and knowledge of planning and purchasing processes a plus

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