Data Specialist

Position Summary: The Data Specialist will play a key role in supporting our materials manager. They will be responsible for gathering, organizing, and ensuring the accuracy of data within our organization. They will work with databases, perform data cleanup, and ensure that data is properly stored, structured, and accessible for business and analytical needs. The focus will be within our materials department but will also overlap and support other areas of the company. The right person for this role will be self-driven, enjoy variety, be creative, tech savvy and enjoy working in a challenging and fun work environment.

Work Location: Mendota Heights, MN (Main Office)

Work Schedule: Year-Round, Full Time

Requirements:  All candidates are required to pass a thorough Background Check, Physical and Drug Test.  References will also be checked. 

Job Duties:      

• Be the main support to our materials manager when it comes to data, reporting, troubleshooting, and even problem-solving.
• Organize and maintain material records.
• Assign revenue to internal and external material transactions.
• Track material purchases, transfers & inventory.
• Collect, input, and maintain structured and unstructured data in a variety of different databases and / or software (both data entry and manipulation).
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity through validation and quality checks.
• Perform data cleaning, transformation, and migration processes.
• Extract and manipulate datasets for reporting and analysis.
• Work with IT, managers, and business teams to ensure data is accessible and usable.
• Troubleshoot data-related issues and ensure compliance with data security standards.
• Create and update documentation on data processes and workflows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (sales, marketing, finance, operations, etc.) to drive data-driven strategies.
• Perform testing and statistical analysis to optimize business performance.
• Communicate insights and recommendations to stakeholders in a clear, actionable manner.
• Assist with other special projects or implementations, as needed.
• Assist with answering phone calls throughout the day.

Competencies & Expectations: 

• Bachelor’s degree in information systems, Computer Science, Data Science, Business Analytics, or related field (highly preferred)

• Technical Skills:
  • Strong Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.).
  • Familiarity with other Microsoft Programs (SharePoint, TEAMS, Outlook, etc.)
  • Proficiency in SQL for database management and queries (a plus).
• Soft Skills:
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to work with large data sets and maintain data accuracy.
  • Effective communication and collaboration with technical and non-technical teams.

Competencies & Expectations:

Live up to our company Core Values:

• • Safety - Safety in the workplace is a mutual responsibility of the employer, management and all employees. We have an expectation that all employees play an active role in workplace safety and promote a positive safety culture at all times. 
  • Quality - Quality is the best business plan. It is an investment in our future.  Quality leads to consistency.  Consistency leads to happy employees, satisfied customers and a growing business.
  • Respect - Respect at work is crucial as it promotes healthy relationships between coworkers and managers, as well as outside the organization. A respectful employee is a sign of a respectful organization, and therefore creates a positive image of our company and our workplace. 
  • Integrity - Real integrity is doing the right thing, whether someone realizes it or not. Displaying Integrity helps build trust and drives a certain level of expectation.  Integrity is choosing your thoughts and actions based on values rather than personal gain.
  • Commitment - Commitment is the bond employee’s share with their organization and its employees. Committed employees bring exceptional value to the organization through their support, productivity, determination, reliability and quality.  Commitment shows and can be contagious. 
• Be reliable. You are expected to be at your desk and ready to work (computer booted up, etc.) at your designated start time.
• Be accountable. Own your work and your mistakes.
• Be adaptable. Be able and willing to embrace change and learn.
• Customer service. Deliver helpful and friendly customer service.  (Customers include both co-workers and people outside the organization.)
• Career Development. Continue to develop talents and acquire knowledge.  Take the initiative to seek out opportunities.
• Be flexible. Be willing to work around changing requirements or needs.  Offer assistance where needed.
• Adhere to current processes and company procedures.  Be willing to offer recommendations as needed.
• Maintain a pleasant and professional demeanor and appearance.  Follow best practices and be aware of appropriate behavior. 
• Self-Direction. Demonstrate initiative by utilizing resources to find answers, solve issues, build relationships, plan and implement.
• Be open and honest at all times.  Ask questions.  Do not assume.  Always over communicate.  (Both with supervisor and co-workers.)
• Be a team player. Be the person that people want to work with/partner with.  Be helpful.  Be approachable.
• Be able to prioritize and multi-task your duties.  Stay organized and timely with assignments. 
• Paid Time-Off
  • Paid Time Off covers all time away from work - sick time, vacation time, bereavement, medical appointments, and any other personal use of time.
  • PTO is to be taken in the following increments:
    • half day increments for salaried employees
    • hourly increments for hourly employees
  • PTO not approved until direct Supervisor signs off on it.
  • No Overtime will be paid if PTO is used during the same week/pay period.
  • PTO balances will print out on your pay-stub each week.
  • PTO requests may be denied for any business reason.
  • Unpaid time taken by employees to be at the discretion of the Supervisor.
  • Overtime is to be pre-approved by your direct supervisor.

Company Information:

For more than 75 years, Bituminous Roadways has aspired to be your full-service asphalt pavement solutions provider, and contractor of choice, to both work for and with. We are a union contractor with a diverse workforce dedicated to safety, innovation, continual improvement, environmental stewardship and most importantly, superior customer service.

At Bituminous Roadways, we're energetic and passionate about what we do with an excellent reputation for performance and as a place to work.  Because of our continued growth, we seek qualified candidates who share our vision, values, and commitment to superior customer service.

Bituminous Roadways, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.