Senior Data Management Specialist

Smith & Nephew; Pune District; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Major medical coverage

Flexible personal/vacation time off

Parents insurance coverage

Job summary

Smith+Naphew in Pune, India, seeks a Senior Data Management Specialist to manage the product hierarchy and master data across systems. You will ensure data accuracy, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive governance initiatives to support sales, supply chain, inventory, and reporting.

Requirements include 5 years in data management/governance, a related bachelor’s degree, and strong Excel/data analysis skills.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in data management and/or governance.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Information Systems, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Fluent in English. Proven experience in master data management, preferably in product data or hierarchy management.
• Strong understanding of data management principles and best practices.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong data analysis abilities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the product hierarchy structure in master data management systems according to business rules and standards.
• Validate and ensure data quality and accuracy of product master data, including classifications attributes and categorizations.
• Collaborate with product managers, supply chain, IT, Finance and other stakeholders to align product hierarchy with business needs.
• Identify and resolve data discrepancies or inconsistencies related to product hierarchies.
• Support data governance initiatives and compliance with organizational policies and industry standards.
• Generate reports, reconciliation and analytics related to product hierarchy data for business insights and decision making.
• Assist in the design and implementation of tools and processes for efficient master data management.
• Participate in data migration, clean up and system upgrade projects related to product data.
• Document data standards, processes, and procedures to maintain knowledge base and training materials.

Skills

Master data management

Data governance

Excel

Data analysis

SAP MDG

Informatica MDM

Data visualization

SNOW

Eflow

PTC Windchill

Syndigo

Alation

Winshuttle

SAP SQVI

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, Information Systems, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Tools

SAP MDG

Informatica MDM

SNOW

Eflow

Syndigo

Alation

Winshuttle

SAP SQVI

SAP MDG

Job description

Senior Data Management Specialist (Pune - India) Life Unlimited. At Smith+Naphew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. Senior Data Management Specialist will primarily focus on Master Data Product Hierarchy which responsible for managing, analyzing, and maintaining the product hierarchy and master data within the organization’s systems. This role ensures the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of product‑related data, supporting business operations such as sales, supply chain, inventory management, and reporting. Collaborates with cross‑functional teams to implement best practices and drives continuous improvement in master data governance.

What will you be doing?

• Maintain and update the product hierarchy structure in master data management systems according to business rules and standards.
• Validate and ensure data quality and accuracy of product master data, including classifications attributes, and categorizations.
• Collaborate with product managers, supply chain, IT, Finance and other stakeholders to align product hierarchy with business needs.
• Identify and resolve data discrepancies or inconsistencies related to product hierarchies.
• Support data governance initiatives and compliance with organizational policies and industry standards.
• Generate reports, reconciliation and analytics related to product hierarchy data for business insights and decision making.
• Assist in the design and implementation of tools and processes for efficient master data management.
• Participate in data migration, clean up and system upgrade projects related to product data.
• Document data standards, processes, and procedures to maintain knowledge base and training materials.

What will you need to be successful?

• 5 years’ experience in data management and/or governance.
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Information Systems, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Fluent in English Proven experience in master data management, preferably in product data or hierarchy management.
• A good understanding of data management principles and best practice.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Good interpersonal skills – ability to build good relationships with virtual teams and senior leadership.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with cross‑functional teams.
• Advanced Excel skills, strong data analysis skills attention to detail
• Ability to work across multiple source system including various SAP versions and Axapta.
• Have a working knowledge of core data / analysis tools like SNOW, Eflow, PTC Windchill, Syndigo, Alation, Winshuttle, SAP SQVI.
• Proficiency with master data management systems (e.g., SAP MDG, Informatica MDM) and data visualization/reporting tools.

You. Unlimited.

Other reasons why you will love it here!

• Major medical coverage + Insurance.
• Flexible Personal / Vacation time off, Privilege leave, Floater leave etc.
• Parents / Parents in law’s insurance coverage also available.
• Hybrid work model (for most professional roles).
• Free Cab Transport facility for all employees, one time meal provided to all employees as per shifts.

We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and patients we serve. Inclusion, Diversity and Equity – committed to welcoming, celebration and thriving on Diversity. Learn more about it on our website : https://www.smith-nephew.com/.

Explore our website and learn more about our mission, our team, and the opportunities we offer.

Smith+Naphew is a global medical technology company. We design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. We support healthcare professionals to return their patients to health and mobility, helping them to perform at their fullest potential. From our first employee and founder, T.J. Smith, to our team today, it’s our people who make Smith+Naphew a unique place. Yes, we love to innovate and develop exciting technologies, and we offer competitive salaries and progressive benefits. But it’s our culture - of Care, Collaboration and Courage - that really sets us apart. Through a spirit of ownership and can‑do attitude we work together to win. We’re a company of people who care about each other, about our customers and their patients, and about our communities. Together, we fulfill our shared purpose of Life Unlimited.