Lead Master Data Analyst

Saint-Gobain; Malvern (Chester County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellbeing

Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, D

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Job summary

Saint-Gobain seeks a Lead Master Data Analyst to join the Region Finance Team within the Global Business Solutions group. You will own end-to-end master data processes, drive data integrity, and collaborate with MDM leadership and operations to deliver priorities using automation and controls.

The role emphasizes internal controls, audit readiness, and continuous improvement across SAP and QAD platforms, focusing on risk mitigation, reporting, and cross-functional partnership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years in Finance, Supply Chain, Internal Audit or Support Functions with 4+ years in master data management.
• Experience leading teams and developing employees.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven track record delivering complex analyses.
• Experience with ERP platforms SAP and QAD and MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead MDM internal controls process management for vendor and customer master domains; coordinate GBS internal controls to mitigate risks.
• Contribute to risk assessment and monitor related controls; implement remedial actions as required.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual audit steps to ensure regional MDM compliance.
• Lead processes for mass screening of vendors/customers through trade compliance tools with stakeholders.
• Provide advanced level support to business users for troubleshooting workflows and issues.
• Identify enhancements and drive continuous improvement in data management and governance.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem solving

ERP experience

Team development

Initiative

Data-driven decisions

Customer-centric

Education

Bachelor's degree in business

Tools

SAP

QAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Lead Master Data Analyst reports to the Sr. Manager of Master Data and is part of the Region Finance Team's Global Business Solutions group. The role supports the end-to-end master data process by leveraging automation tools, compliance and audit procedures, and enforcement of data integrity transformation. The role plays a pivotal part in working closely with MDM leadership and operations teams to deliver on MDM priorities and the business. The Lead Master Data Analyst will assist in the implementation of tools or services that address challenges and drive business success and will work closely with regional compliance and audit teams to make sure our processes align with internal control requirements (including trade compliance) and any future initiatives in this space. The position will also coordinate on various MDM, GBS or organizational wide projects as needed.

Key responsibilities include:

BUSINESS COMPLIANCE AND INTERNAL CONTROLS

-Lead MDM internal controls process management for vendor and customer master domains; coordinate GBS internal controls to mitigate risks as specified in the Internal Control Framework Reference document. Contribute to assessment of controls for MDM for the annual Compliance Statement and Security / Access Review process.

-Contribute to the analysis and identify risks in accordance with ICRF and implement controls to mitigate risks. Assist with monitoring related controls and take any remedial action as required.

-Perform monthly, quarterly and annual audit process steps to make sure all MDM operations within the region comply to company requirements. Make recommendations to improve audit process including reporting, automation and documentation related areas.

-Ensure documentation and audit requirements for all current processes are completed, validated for accuracy and fits for purpose.

-Lead the process for mass screening of vendors and customers through the trade compliance tool working with business key users and trade compliance teams on validation and completeness.

OPERATIONAL AND REPORTING SUPPORT

-Provide advanced level support to business users and processing teams for troubleshooting workflow or downstream issues.

-Assist in process management, mining and operational improvement processes

-Assist with reporting and analytics to support MDM team and business key users including digital tools, workflow management and MDM solutions.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

-Identify and make recommendations for process enhancements, and implementation of modifications and enhancements.

-Perform assessment activities and works with other information systems personnel to determine feasibility of development of enhancements or modifications to workflows, processes and S/4 HANA preparations.

-Lead continuous improvement efforts by making recommendations for relevant data initiatives, benchmarking, tools, and methodologies and executing key process improvement activities. Stays updated on current trends and industry best practices for data management and data governance

-Maintain knowledge with respect to all ancillary systems that interact with SAP, QAD, and master data platforms/workflows.

Bachelor's degree in business or related field or equivalent experience is required

-7+ years of professional experience in Finance, Supply Chain, Internal Audit or Support Functions with 4+ years in master data management-

• Experience in leading teams and developing employees
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proven track record in delivering complex analyses
• Experience with ERP platforms (SAP, QAD) and Microsoft Office tools
• Outstanding organizational skills and multitasking abilities
• Leadership and team development skills
• Self-starter with initiative and independence
• Ability to solve complex and make data-driven decisions
• Team player with a customer-centric attitude

-Proficient in communication and presentation at all levels of the organization

-Experience in large, complex organizations-

-Experience with outsourced service providers

• Virtual leadership and communication skills

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At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home.-

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

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Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs:

Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.

Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options

LiveWell Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave

Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.

401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan

Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability

Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want

Group Legal

Identity Theft Protection

Auto and Home Insurance

Pet Insurance and Discounts

Back-up Child & Elder Care

PerkSpot Employee Discount Program