Data Specialist

Breakthru Beverage Group; Glen Burnie (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (HMO & PPO)

Dental & Vision (PPO)

401(k) matching

PTO & Holidays

FSAs

Life and AD&D Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Breakthru Beverage Group is seeking a Data Specialist to ensure the accuracy and governance of material and customer master data in SAP as we transition to S/4HANA Cloud. You will manage creation, maintenance, and quality controls across multiple data domains with cross-functional collaboration.

The role emphasizes data governance, end-to-end lifecycle management, and collaboration with IT, Credit, and trade teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field and/or equivalent training and work experience
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in master data input and maintenance using SAP ERP systems (ECC or S/4 HANA)
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL) and an understanding of database concepts
• Knowledge of data-governance frameworks (e.g., DAMA-DMBOK) and stewardship tools (SAP MDG)
• Proficiency with SharePoint & SAP Information Steward (web-based applications)
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Must be a results-oriented professional with verbal/written communication skills and customer service
• Ability to multi-task, work independently and/or within a team, pay attention to detail and meet deadlines
• Utilize sound judgement and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in fast-paced, high-volume, team environment

Responsibilities

• Data Entry and Maintenance: Create, modify, and inactivate material master data while adhering to data standards
• Maintain customer master data including profiles, sales areas, and credit information
• Perform data quality checks and audits to identify and resolve discrepancies
• Enforce data governance policies and standards for material and customer data
• Document data definitions, standards, and business rules with process owners
• Monitor data quality metrics and drive continuous improvement
• Provide training and support on master data processes and system functionalities
• Track and publish data quality KPIs and address breaches
• Ensure data handling complies with legal/privacy requirements; coordinate with InfoSec for audits
• Support data migration and integration activities for new initiatives
• Participate in projects like supplier onboarding, M&A, and S/4 upgrades

Skills

Data analysis

Excel

SQL

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

SharePoint

SAP Information Steward

SAP MDG

Automate Evolve

Job description

Data Specialist

Time Type: Full time Remote Type: Job Family Group: Commercial

Job Description Summary

Job Description Summary: The Data Specialist will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of the company's master data, specifically focusing on material and customer data within our SAP environment as we transition to S/4HANA Cloud. This position will be responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle management of master data, including creation, maintenance, and governance, to support efficient business operations and reliable reporting. The Data Specialist will collaborate closely with various business units including Credit and trade as well as IT and other stakeholders to uphold data quality standards and promote data governance best practices. This role will be regionally assigned and will receive comprehensive training across various master data domains.

Job Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities: Data Entry and Maintenance Efficiently process the creation, modification, and inactivation of material master data, including product information and packaging details, while ensuring strict adherence to established data standards and business rules. Utilize the Automate Evolve platform to streamline processes. Create, maintain, and enrich customer master data , such as customer profiles, sales areas, and credit information, to support accurate account management and sales operations. Conduct regular data quality checks and audits to identify and resolve discrepancies, ensuring data accuracy and completeness. Implement and enforce data governance policies, procedures, and standards for material and customer master data, meeting assigned SLAs for data creation and maintenance. Data Governance and Quality Work closely with business process owners to define and document data definitions, standards, and business rules for material and customer master data. Monitor data quality metrics and develop strategies for continuous improvement. Engage in data governance committees or working groups to address data-related issues and promote best practices. Provide training and support to end-users on master data processes and system functionalities. Track and publish data quality KPIs, such as accuracy and completeness, and escalated sustained breaches. Ensure customer and vendor master data is handled in accordance with CCPA and internal security protocols; partner with InfoSec on internal audits. Project Work Participate in project work such as new supplier onboarding, M&A, and S/4 upgrade as assigned. Execute transformation, mapping, and integration of data during major business expansions, including supplier or new markets entries. Problem Solving and Support Investigate and resolve master data-related issues and inquiries from various business departments. Work cross-functionally to identify root causes of data errors and implement corrective actions. Support data migration and integration activities for new business initiatives or system enhancements. Other duties, as assigned by the jobholder’s supervisor, may also be required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field and/or equivalent training and work experience
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in master data input and maintenance using SAP ERP systems (either ECC or S/4 HANA).
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL) and an understanding of database concepts.
• Knowledge of data-governance frameworks (e.g., DAMA-DMBOK) and stewardship tools (SAP MDG).
• Proficiency with SharePoint & SAP Information Steward (web-based applications)
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Must be a results-oriented professional with verbal/written communication skills using diplomacy and discretion as well as customer service skills
• Ability to multi-task, work independently and/or within a team, pay attention to detail and meet deadlines
• Utilize sound judgement and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in fast-paced, high-volume, team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-3 years overall work experience within beverage alcohol and/or CPG industry.
• Experience leveraging Automate Evolve solutions.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone.

Salary and Benefit Statement

Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data/ranges, applicant's skills, and prior relevant experience.

Compensation Range: $25.73 - $32/hr

Benefits

Medical (HMO & PPO), Dental, Vision (PPO)401(k) matching. Annual PTO Accrual and holidays Rollover Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Free Life and AD&D Insurance Employee Assistance Program.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Breakthru Beverage Group is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

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Company Culture

We’re driven to be the industry leader in every way, including how we treat our associates. Which is why we’ve built a people-centric, relationship-driven culture designed to maximize career advancement, a sense of belonging, and wellness.

Focused on enhancing every aspect and phase of your career, the Breakthru experience includes our commitment to your growth, belonging, and wellness.

Breakthru Beverage is a family-owned and operated company with operations across the U.S. and Canada, and more than $8 billion in annual sales driven by a team of 10,000 associates.

We deliver world-renowned brands to the doorsteps of North America’s retail, bar and restaurant businesses.

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