Process Specialist - Product Master Data

Sandvik; Leinster; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandvik is seeking a Process Specialist – Product Master Data to manage end-to-end product master data processes and governance in a global ERP environment. The role sits within the Process team and supports data quality across procurement, manufacturing, sales and logistics.

You will design data standards, govern attribute rules, and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure accurate master data that enables reliable business execution.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of product master data concepts, including material master structures, classification, units of measure, product hierarchies, and lifecycle management.
• Experience working with ERP systems—SAP S/4HANA preferred—with practical knowledge of how product master data supports procurement, manufacturing, sales, and logistics processes.
• Familiarity with master data governance principles, including data ownership models, attribute stewardship, and change control processes.
• Experience in process documentation and design, including the ability to map current and future state processes and produce clear work instructions.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to assess data quality issues, identify root causes, and recommend corrective measures.
• Effective communicator and collaborator, capable of engaging stakeholders across divisions, functions, and geographies in a decentralised organisation.
• Experience in coaching or training non-specialist colleagues on data and process topics is an advantage.
• Knowledge of product lifecycle management (PLM) concepts or experience with PLM/ERP integration is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Designs, documents, and maintains process flows, work instructions, and data governance artefacts related to product master data creation and maintenance
• Reviews incoming continuous improvement requests related to product master data, provides assessment of impact, and recommends prioritisation.
• Coaches and supports Division and Sales Area Process Owners, local Process and Information Specialists, and super users on product master data topics.
• Advises super users and business stakeholders on data-related questions, including attribute definitions, classification rules, and system behaviour in SAP or equivalent ERP/MDM platforms.
• Monitors product master data quality and process adherence, analyses root causes of data failures or process deviations, and supports corrective action.
• Participates in projects and solution design activities requiring product master data expertise, including system implementations, migrations, and integrations.
• Ensures that master data is accurate and maintained to a standard that allows related business processes to execute without failure.
• Other adhoc duties as requested by your manager.

Skills

Product master data concepts

Data governance

Data analytics

Stakeholder engagement

Coaching & training

PLM/ERP integration

Communication & collaboration

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Job description

DON’T BE IN THE DARK ABOUT YOUR CAREER……. WE WANT YOU TO HELP US CREATE THE DIGITAL FUTURE OF OUR COMPANY Sandvik is a global, high-tech engineering group, providing front-line products and services for the mining and construction industries. The Sandvik Group has been in operation since 1862 and today employs some 40,000 people, working in approximately 160 countries. Our diverse solutions delivered by our highly qualified and proficient employees enhance our customers’ productivity, safety and their profitability. We are now recruiting for a Process Specialist – Product Master Data for a permanent position based in our Dublin or Finland Office.

JOB PURPOSE

The Process and Information Specialist for Product Master Data is an expert in the end-to-end processes governing how product master data is created, maintained, governed, and consumed across Sandvik. The role sits within the process team and exists to ensure that product master data definitions, structures, and rules are fit for purpose — enabling reliable execution of business processes such as procurement, manufacturing, sales, and logistics. The specialist supports process design, drives data quality, and acts as a subject matter expert connecting data governance with business outcomes.

STRATEGIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Contributes to the design and ongoing improvement of product master data processes, ensuring alignment with Sandvik's E2E process model and the data requirements of dependent processes (e.g. Order to Cash, Source to Pay, Plan to Fulfil).
• Supports the definition and governance of product master data standards, including attribute rules, classification frameworks, and data ownership principles across divisions and sales areas.
• Provides input into the prioritisation of change requests, continuous improvement initiatives, and solution designs, ensuring that business impact and data integrity are taken into account.
• Contributes to the development of process performance indicators for product master data, including data completeness, accuracy, and timeliness metrics.
• Supports the adoption of harmonised product master data processes across the organisation, identifying gaps and escalating systemic issues to process owners.

DAY TO DAY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Designs, documents, and maintains process flows, work instructions, and data governance artefacts related to product master data creation and maintenance
• Reviews incoming continuous improvement requests related to product master data, provides assessment of impact, and recommends prioritisation.
• Coaches and supports Division and Sales Area Process Owners, local Process and Information Specialists, and super users on product master data topics.
• Advises super users and business stakeholders on data-related questions, including attribute definitions, classification rules, and system behaviour in SAP or equivalent ERP/MDM platforms.
• Monitors product master data quality and process adherence, analyses root causes of data failures or process deviations, and supports corrective action.
• Participates in projects and solution design activities requiring product master data expertise, including system implementations, migrations, and integrations.
• Ensures that master data is accurate and maintained to a standard that allows related business processes to execute without failure.
• Other adhoc duties as requested by your manager.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• Solid understanding of product master data concepts, including material master structures, classification, units of measure, product hierarchies, and lifecycle management
• Experience working with ERP systems — SAP S/4HANA preferred — with practical knowledge of how product master data supports procurement, manufacturing, sales, and logistics processes
• Familiarity with master data governance principles, including data ownership models, attribute stewardship, and change control processes
• Experience in process documentation and design, including the ability to map current and future state processes and produce clear work instructions
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to assess data quality issues, identify root causes, and recommend corrective measures
• Effective communicator and collaborator, capable of engaging stakeholders across divisions, functions, and geographies in a decentralised organisation
• Experience in coaching or training non-specialist colleagues on data and process topics is an advantage
• Knowledge of product lifecycle management (PLM) concepts or experience with PLM/ERP integration is an advantage.

Location

Location: Dublin, Ireland (Dockline, Mayor Street, IFSC, Dublin 1) or Finland

Reporting to

Process Lead - Product Master Data

Diversity, Inclusion & Sustainability

Sandvik has a developed belief in conducting our business in a sustainable and responsible manner, both for our employees and the environment; wherever in the world we operate. Our high ethical standards determine our policy of putting Safety at a premium, acknowledging and respecting the communities and giving due consideration to the environment in the areas we operate. These core values, to prioritise the safety and well-being of our employees, are the foundation of how we work today. We also recognise the importance on inter-personal relationships and how those based on honesty, respect and trust, enhance our working lives and help each other’s growth and career development. Equality of opportunity is fully supported and endorsed as an employer by Sandvik, while also welcoming the additional strength that diversity brings, by providing a work environment where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect.

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is a business area within the Sandvik Group and a global leading supplier of equipment and tools, service and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries. Application areas include rock drilling, rock cutting, loading and hauling, tunnelling and quarrying. In 2021, sales were approximately 41 billion SEK with about 15,500 employees within continuing operations.

A glimpse of our culture

At Sandvik, we’re tech driven, innovative and entrepreneurial! For us, success is a team effort - we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where people can be themselves and reach their full potential. So, we invest in supporting each other, learning together and celebrating our differences. We also give you the freedom to find that perfect mix between work, family life and interests.

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Keepwell Mark Award

Following a comprehensive assessment process, Sandvik Ireland has been awarded the KeepWell Mark™ accreditation for 2026–2028. This evidence-based accreditation, developed by Ibec, is recognised as the business standard for workplace health, safety and wellbeing in Ireland. This accreditation reflects the consistent focus placed on building a positive and supportive working environment across the organisation. The KeepWell Mark supports a structured approach to creating a healthier and more supportive workplace. At Sandvik Ireland, we continue to invest in initiatives that promote wellbeing, engagement and long‑term success for our people. Learn more about the Keepwell Mark HERE.

The closing date for applications is 18th September 2026 Applicants must be eligible to work in the EU or hold a valid permit to work in the EU.

When you join our global team you will find yourself inspired by the spirit of Sandvik and contribute to our purpose to advance the world through engineering.

Sandvik is a global, high-tech engineering group providing solutions that enhance productivity, profitability and sustainability for the manufacturing, mining and infrastructure industries. Our offerings cover the entire customer value chain and are based on extensive investments in research and development, customer insights and deep knowledge of industrial processes and digital solutions

In 2024 the Group had approximately 41,000 employees and revenues of about 123 billion SEK in about 150 countries within continuing operations.

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