Product Data Specialist

Job Summary

Responsible for ensuring the creation and management of material content, data and account requirements for the material master data (MDM) process. Perform material set up and maintenance for distributors and other accounts.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities

• Manages the creation of material data master (MDM) by collecting required information and ensuring all Data Governance policies are followed. Maintains all material master data for the business.
• Adds and edits content, modifications, additions, deletions, and implements approved digital components within the material master. Cross-references information to insure data is accurate and formatted to specifications.
• Serves as the primary point of contact for suppliers and internal customers to process requests for MMD maintenance process. Validates requests and processes changes in system as needed.
• Works closely with the vendor to collect all required information needed to set up new materials. Communicates business needs and assists vendor during the collection of information used to maintain the material master data.
• Reviews critical to quality (CTQ) variables for accuracy issues and completes review and necessary updates within service level expectations. Reports results upon final review.
• Supports department projects to improved processes and build-out functionality. Works closely with IT team and represents the Information Integrity department as a subject matter expert.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Nature and Scope

• Demonstrates skill in data analysis techniques by resolving missing/incomplete information and inconsistencies/anomalies in more complex research/data.
• Nature of work requires increasing independence; receives guidance only on unusual, complex problems or issues. Work review typically involves periodic review of output by a supervisor and/or direct customers of the process.
• May provide general guidance/direction to or train junior level support or professional personnel.

Work Environment

• Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.
• Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.
• Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Education and Experience

• Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline. Generally 2-5 years of experience in a related field OR MS/MA and generally 2-4 years of experience in a related field. Certification is required in some areas.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

HD Supply is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.