Master Data Specialist

Wella Operations US LLC; Warszawa; Hybrid; PLN 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work model (2 days in

Birthday day off

EU remote up to 30 days

Life insurance

Luxmed medical coverage

Lunch card

Multisport card

Commute support

Product gifts

Team bonding funding

Bonuses for life events

Job summary

Wella Operations US LLC in Warsaw is seeking a Master Data Specialist responsible for the accurate, timely management of master data across SAP ECC and MDG, with potential Ariba exposure. You will help ensure data quality, governance, and efficiency in global and local functions.

Join a collaborative Master Data Team, work on data governance projects, and support processes that move the business forward while enjoying a hybrid work model in Poland.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in master data management.
• Working knowledge of SAP; experience with SAP ECC, SAP MDG, or Ariba would be a strong advantage.
• Good practical knowledge of MS Excel and basic experience with MS Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to analyze data, present clear conclusions, and support decision-making.
• Strong priority-setting and organizational skills in a dynamic business environment.
• Ownership, autonomy, and accountability for results within the given scope.
• A curious mindset and willingness to ask questions, share perspectives, and contribute to continuous improvement.
• A positive attitude and energy that contribute to a supportive team atmosphere.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.
• University degree in Finance, Accounting, or another related field would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and control finance, vendor, and material master data processes in SAP ECC and MDG as instructed in established procedures, keeping on target KPIs.
• Prepare data reports and analyses using SAP, MS Excel and other internal tools.
• Analyze issues reported through tickets, define root causes, propose solutions, and drive action plans.
• Perform data quality checks to ensure data is compliant with global standards and execute data cleansing activities.
• Proactively elevate business risks related to process and system gaps.
• Challenge existing processes and propose improvements to drive efficiency.
• Create and update standard operating procedures and work instructions.
• Share knowledge on MD standards with peers and various business functions, and provide trainings as required.
• Support global projects by active participation in gathering requirements, testing & hypercare.
• Closely cooperate with other workstreams: Procurement, Finance, Account Payable, IT, Planning, Marketing, R&D, local Business Units.

Skills

SAP knowledge

MS Excel

English proficiency

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Adaptability

Ownership & accountability

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

University degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

SAP ECC

SAP MDG

Ariba

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Teams

PowerPoint

Job description

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At Wella, reliable data powers better decisions and more effective business operations.

As Master Data Specialist, you will ensure the accurate, efficient, and timely management of master data for Wella markets. Through your work, you will support global and local business functions while strengthening the quality, compliance, and efficiency of our operations.

You will be part of our Master Data Team, a collaborative environment where we value different perspectives, learn from one another, and take ownership of our results. Our team supports the business through daily data operations, project management, and data governance.

You will have the opportunity to grow your expertise, contribute ideas, improve the way we work, and help build processes that move our business forward.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Maintain and control finance,vendor, and material master data processes in SAP ECCand MDG as instructed in established procedures, keeping on target the key performance metrics (quality, speed, compliance).
• Prepare data reports and analyses using SAP, MSExceland other internal tools.
• Analyze issues reported through tickets, define theirroot-causes, propose solutions, and drive action plans.
• Perform data quality checks to ensure data is compliant with the globalstandards andexecute data cleansing activities.
• Proactively elevate business risks related to process and system gaps.
• Challenge existing processes and propose improvements to drive efficiency.
• Create and update standard operating procedures and work instructions.
• Share knowledge on MD standards withpeersandvariousbusinessfunctions, andprovidetrainingsasrequired.
• Support global projects by active participation in the phases of gathering requirements,testing&hypercare.
• Closely cooperate with other workstreams: Procurement, Finance, Account Payable, IT, Planning, Marketing, R&D, local Business Units.

WHAT WE WANT YOU TO BRING ALONG

• At least one year of experience in master data management.
• Working knowledge of SAP; experience with SAP ECC, SAP MDG, or Ariba would be a strong advantage.
• Good practical knowledge of MS Excel and basic experience with MS Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to analyze data, present clear conclusions, and support decision-making.
• Strong priority-setting and organizational skills in a dynamic business environment.
• Ownership, autonomy, and accountability for results within the given scope.
• A curious mindset and willingness to ask questions, share perspectives, and contribute to continuous improvement.
• A positive attitude and energy that contribute to a supportive team atmosphere.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.
• University degree in Finance, Accounting, or another related field would be an advantage.
  

WHAT WE OFFER

At the heart of our company is a commitment to nurturing growth, health, and happiness. That’s why we offer:

• A flexible hybrid work model (2 days a week in our Warsaw office) with the bonus of shorter Fridays all year long.
• A birthday gift of a day off—spend it with those who matter most!
• The freedom to work remotely from EU for up to 30 days annually.
• A day off for every full year with us (up to five extra days) to celebrate your dedication.
• Comprehensive Luxmed medical coverage.
• Life insurance to keep you and your loved ones protected.
• A lunch card to fuel your productivity.
• A Multisport card to keep you active and healthy.
• Support for your commute (public transport).
• Exciting product gifts four times a year and opportunities to sample new products.
• Funding for team bonding and integration activities.
• Bonuses for life’s special moments (like marriage or the birth of a child) and for long-term service.

WHO WE ARE

Together,WEenable individuals to look, feel, and be their true selves.

Wella Company is one of the world’s leading beauty companies, comprised of a family of iconic brands such as Wella Professionals, Clairol, OPI, Nioxin and ghd. With 6,000 employees globally, presence in over 100 countries, Wella Company and its brands enable consumers to look, feel, and be their true selves. As innovators in the hair and nail industry, Wella Company empowers its people to delight consumers, inspire beauty professionals, engage communities, and deliver sustainable growth to its stakeholders.

We offer equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, gender,disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Wella Company with federal and state disability laws makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us at: https://www.wellacompany.com/consumer-affairs

We strongly believe that cultivating a diverse workplace gives a company strength. The combination of unique skills, abilities, experiences and backgrounds create an environment that produces extraordinary results.

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