What are the responsibilities and job description for the Master Data Specialist I position at Animal Health International?
Job Summary
As a Master Data Specialist I, you will be responsible for the creation and updates to new and existing master data. This will ensure the accuracy and quality, as well as maintaining appropriate documentation for audit purposes.
Essential Functions
To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. To request a reasonable accommodation, notify Human Resources or the manager who oversees the position.
Master Data Setup / Maintenance
Process requests for master data (additions / modifications) in a timely and accurate manner, ensuring policies, and procedures are followed.
Work directly with and support internal business partners with data requests and ensuring data requests are complete and comply with standards.
Assist in duplicate identification and data cleansing of master data loads as part of integration activities.
Assist in the development of forms, procedures and work instructions.
Continuous Improvement
Contribute to creating and enforcing workflows to meet best business practices.
Leverage analytical tools to identify, research, and correct / update data discrepancies, duplicates, and stale dated records.
Establish rapport with branches and other Patterson teams, build effective relationships, and share wins and successes
Other tasks as assigned by manager
Job Qualifications
- Required Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent
At least 2 years of work experience
Has organizational, problem solving, and multi-tasking skills and shows strong attention to detail
Proficiency in Excel
Possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills
Strong customer orientation
Associate degree or equivalent work experience in a business-related field
SAP / ERP experience highly preferred
At least 2 years in Master Data Setup
Working Conditions
Operating a computer or other office devices for the majority of the workday
May occasionally need to move packages up to 10 pounds such as office supplies or equipment
Must be able to communicate with others in person, over the phone, and in writing.
Must be able to understand and effectively exchange accurate information with others such as coworkers, customers and vendors
Must be able to read and interpret various electronic and written documents.
This position is in an office environment in which team members occupy desks in assigned areas or at meeting / collaboration spaces within the building. The building’s primary work areas consist of desks, chairs, computers and other office equipment and devices for professional services.
