Data Specialist

Breakthru Beverage Group; Linthicum (MD); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) matching

PTO and holidays

FSAs

Job summary

The Breakthru Beverage Group is seeking a Data Specialist to ensure accuracy and governance of material and customer master data in SAP during the move to S/4HANA Cloud. The role includes end‑to‑end data lifecycle management, governance, and collaboration with Credit, Trade, IT, and other stakeholders.

You will manage data creation, maintenance, and audits, enforcing standards and SLAs, while supporting data migration and system upgrades in a hybrid, two-days‑in‑office and three-days‑remote

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years’ experience in master data input and maintenance using SAP ECC or S/4 HANA.
• Proficiency with data analysis tools (Excel, SQL) and database concepts.
• Knowledge of data-governance frameworks (DAMA-DMBOK) and stewardship tools (SAP MDG).
• Proficiency with SharePoint & SAP Information Steward (web-based applications).
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong communication and diplomacy in dealing with stakeholders.
• Ability to multi-task, work independently and in a team, and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Data Entry and Maintenance of material and customer master data using SAP.
• Create, maintain, and enrich customer master data for accurate account management.
• Conduct data quality checks and audits to resolve discrepancies.
• Implement and enforce data governance policies to meet SLAs.
• Define data definitions, standards, and business rules with process owners.
• Monitor data quality metrics and support data migration/integration activities.
• Provide training and support on master data processes and system functionalities.
• Track and publish data quality KPIs and address breaches.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and internal security for compliance.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

SQL

Excel

SharePoint

SAP MDG

Job description

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Time Type:

Full time

Remote Type:

Job Family Group:

Commercial

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 Description:

Job Description

This role follows a flexible hybrid schedule, with two days per week in the office and three days working from home.

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 elevate 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

This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of this position, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks and duties. Responsibilities, tasks, and duties of individual jobholders may vary from the above description.

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

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. The EEO is the Law poster is available here. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call [phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.