Ecommerce Data Specialist I

Patterson Companies, Inc.; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Medical, Dental, and Vision

401(k) Match Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Holiday Pay & Floating Holidays

Educational Assistance Program

Full Paid Parental and Adoption Leave

LifeWorks (Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Patterson Companies, Inc. is seeking a Product Data Specialist I to create and manage product data across thousands of items, ensuring accuracy and high quality.

The role requires collaboration with branches, corporate teams, and vendor partners to maintain data quality, follow SLAs, and resolve data issues. A degree and 1–3 years of database experience are preferred, with strong Excel and communication skills.

Qualifications

• College level degree and/or technical school training.
• 1-3 years of proven database experience.
• General knowledge in Excel, Access, or other data applications involving techniques in handling large, complex data.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and written skills.
• Excellent customer service experience, and demonstrated diplomacy to assist other departments as necessary.
• Must be able to juggle several activities and projects simultaneously and set appropriate priorities for self.
• Top-notch analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Keen editorial skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Process product requests and data management with SLAs and policies.
• Develop and refine content for complex product lines.
• Research, analyze, and update product specification data for thousands of products.
• Establish workflows to meet best business practices.
• Assist in developing forms, procedures, and work instructions.
• Identify data quality or process improvement opportunities.
• Provide monthly process overview reports for all levels of the department.
• Establish rapport with branches and Patterson teams to share wins and improvements.
• Use Excel to analyze and combine data from multiple data systems.
• Analyze content for inconsistencies and correct data; execute import changes into database.
• Review team members’ work and provide improvement direction.
• Support decisions affecting the shared database system and troubleshoot issues.
• Material Master Data: Execute changes to SAP master data (e.g. customer, vendor, materials) as approved by the business.
• Ecommerce Merchandising: SEO copywriting for web-based environments.
• Support printed promotion data while verifying accuracy of product display and data.

Skills

Database experience

Excel

Communication skills

Editorial skills

Time management

Education

College degree or technical training

Tools

Informatica PIM

Product 360 (P360)

SAP

Microsoft Access

Job description

Patterson isn't just a place to work, it's a partner that cares about your success.

One of the distinguishing marks of our company is the talented people who embrace the people-first, always advancing, and results-driven culture. Professional growth abounds in this motivating environment. We value the diverse talents and experiences our employees bring to Patterson and believe that they build a stronger and successful organization.

The Product Data Specialist I will be responsible for creating and managing product data across a broad array of products to ensure accuracy and high quality. As a team member, the Product Data Specialist I will be responsible for maintaining data quality, compliance, and consistency, follow operating procedures, support business unit requests, and research/resolve issues around product data. The Product Data Specialist I will require communication with branch, corporate personal, and the vendor community. Success will depend on having a “customer first” attitude, superior accuracy, a willingness to learn new functions, and positively contribute to team performance.

Essential Functions

To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. To request a reasonable accommodation, notify Human Resources or the manager who oversees the position.

Process product requests and overall data management in a timely and accurate manner, ensuring policies, procedures, and service level agreements (SLAs) are followed.

Develop and refine content for complex product lines

Research, analyze, and update product specification data for tens of thousands of products

Contribute to developing and enforcing workflows to meet best business practices.

Assist in the development of forms, procedures, and work instructions

Identify data quality or process improvement opportunities

Provide monthly process overview reporting for all levels of the department and report on potential category improvements

Establish rapport with branches and other Patterson teams, build effective relationships, and share wins and successes

Use knowledge of Excel to analyze and combine data from multiple data systems

Analyze content for inconsistency/errors, correct data, and execute import changes into database

Review team members’ work and provide improvement direction

Support decisions that affect the function and performance for company-wide shared database system, as well as troubleshoot issues that arise

Performs other duties as assigned

Material Master Data Specific Functions

• Execute changes to SAP master data (e.g. customer, vendor, materials etc.) as approved by the business ensuring data requests are complete and comply with standards

Ecommerce Merchandising Specific Functions

Solid understanding of accurate writing for utilization in development of search engine optimized (SEO) copy for web-based environments

Support printed promotion data while verifying accuracy of product display and data

Job Qualifications

Required Qualifications

College level degree and/or technical school training

At least 1-3 years of proven database experience

General knowledge in Excel, Access, or other data applications involving techniques in handling large, complex data

Proven background in research and content creation

Strong interpersonal, communication, and written skills

Excellent customer service experience, and demonstrated diplomacy to assist other departments as necessary

Must be able to juggle several activities and projects simultaneously and set appropriate priorities for self

Top-notch analytical and problem-solving skills

Keen editorial skills and attention to detail

Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Ability to make the complex succinct and simple; clarity of thought is extremely valued

Always demonstrates a commitment to Patterson’s values and professionalism through appropriate conduct

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with B2B and/or healthcare experience a plus

Experience with Informatica’s PIM solution, Product 360 (P360)

Preferred Qualifications (Material Master Data)

Experience with dental merchandise, equipment, or parts products

1-3 years of SAP database experience

Preferred Qualifications (Ecommerce Merchandising)

Experience with dental, veterinary, or animal health merchandise products

1-3 years of search engine optimization (SEO) related experience

1-3 years of printed publication experience

We provide competitive benefits, unique incentive programs and rewards for our eligible employees:

Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits and an integrated Wellness Program

401(k) Match Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Holiday Pay & Floating Holidays

Educational Assistance Program

Full Paid Parental and Adoption Leave

LifeWorks (Employee Assistance Program)

The potential compensation range for this role is below. The final offer amount could exceed this range, based on various factors such as candidate location (geographical labor market), experience, and skills.

$18.85 - $24.49

EEO Statement

Patterson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or other related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.

#WeArePatterson. We strengthen the people who keep us and our animals healthy.

Patterson Companies, Inc. enhances the oral and animal health sectors in North America and the UK with innovative solutions and personalized support for diverse clients.

Medical Equipment Manufacturing Manufacturing

Company size 5,001–10,000 employees

Company type Public company Founded 1877

Total funding 0

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1031 Mendota Heights Rd, St Paul, MN 55120, US