Item Master Guardian | ERP/PLM Data Steward

Lancer Worldwide; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancer Worldwide, a Hoshizaki Company, seeks an Item Master Administrator to steward item master data across ERP and PLM systems. You will ensure accurate population of attributes, maintain synchronization between Dynamics 365 ERP and Bluestar PLM, and enforce data governance to support procurement, production, and sales.

The role involves auditing data, coordinating with Engineering and Finance, and leading data quality initiatives to optimize master data management across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
• 3–7 years of experience in item master management, ERP master data administration, PLM data coordination, or similar master data governance roles, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands‑on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP and Bluestar PLM, or similar ERP/PLM systems.
• Strong understanding of item master best practices, part numbering conventions, revision control, BOM relationships, and data dependencies.
• Experience reviewing and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong analytical, auditing, and problem‑solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Engineering to initiate new part creation and collaborate with Finance, Procurement, Sales, Operations, and other teams to ensure item master attributes are accurately populated in Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP.
• Maintain synchronization of item master data between Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP and Bluestar PLM, including item attributes, revisions, and configuration-related information.
• Perform regular audits of item master records to identify and correct inaccurate, incomplete, duplicate, or inconsistent data while enforcing data governance standards.
• Support the phase-in of new parts and products by coordinating item setup and ensuring required data is available for procurement, sales, production, and other downstream processes.
• Support phase-out activities for obsolete parts by ensuring system records, documentation, and related processes are updated appropriately.
• Partner with the Product Configuration Administrator to ensure timely creation and setup of parts required for new and updated product configurations.
• Maintain revision control processes by managing engineering changes, version history, and approved item revisions.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings and specifications to support accurate item creation and maintenance.
• Develop and maintain item master templates, workflows, procedures, and standards to improve data consistency and reduce manual effort.
• Monitor item master data quality and identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.
• Provide training, support, and guidance to stakeholders regarding item master processes, data standards, and system functionality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve item master issues impacting business operations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to master data management, ERP/PLM integration, and business process optimization.
• Participate in and lead projects related to item master data, system improvements, and cross-functional initiatives.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Data governance

Item master management

ERP coordination

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP

Bluestar PLM

Excel

CAD

Job description

Lancer Worldwide, a Hoshizaki Company, seeks an Item Master Administrator to steward item master data across ERP and PLM systems. You will ensure accurate population of attributes, maintain synchronization between Dynamics 365 ERP and Bluestar PLM, and enforce data governance to support procurement, production, and sales.

The role involves auditing data, coordinating with Engineering and Finance, and leading data quality initiatives to optimize master data management across the organization.