Data Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a skilled Data Engineer to join a leading organization in the defense and security sector. This role focuses on shaping data strategies and enhancing enterprise tools and processes in a technically complex environment. You will drive process optimization, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure robust systems support operational excellence. This innovative firm offers a chance to make a significant impact while engaging in continuous improvement initiatives. If you are passionate about data integrity and process efficiency, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Pension contribution up to 14%

Up to 15 additional flexi leave days

Qualifications

• Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop audit strategies aligned with data governance policies.
• Collaborate with teams to improve ERP processes and data consistency.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

ERP Systems

Data Governance

SAP

Education

APICS Certification

Tools

SAP

Job description

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The Opportunity:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled and forward-thinking Data Engineer to join the Central Data function of a leading organisation in the defence and security space. This role offers the chance to influence and enhance the effectiveness of enterprise tools, processes, and data governance policies across a technically complex environment.

This is a key position where you will shape and implement data strategies, drive process optimisation, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust systems support operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute audit strategies aligned with master data governance policies, focusing on material masters, BOMs, and routings

• Utilise SAP to analyse and interpret data, identifying root causes and advising on the operational impact of decisions

• Collaborate with engineering, planning, and manufacturing teams to improve ERP-related processes and promote data consistency

• Lead efforts to define and embed best practices for routing and scheduling processes within SAP

• Support SAP enhancements and upgrades in collaboration with external support partners, including testing, documentation, and training

• Produce and distribute regular KPI reports and maintain user guidance documentation

• Engage in continuous improvement initiatives, with a strong focus on data integrity and end-to-end process efficiency

Key Requirements:

• Demonstrable experience working with ERP systems (SAP experience preferred)

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a meticulous attention to detail

• Proven ability to deliver process improvements in a technical or manufacturing environment

• APICS certification is desirable but not essential

• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence across functions

• Salary – Up to £47,000

• Pension contribution of up to 14%

• Up to 15 additional flexi leave days

For more information, please apply below or contact me directly.