Manager-PIM Integration Manager

USA MOT Motion Industries, Inc.; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation and holidays

Job summary

Motion Industries seeks an Item Database Manager to lead a team of PIM Data Analysts, ensuring high-quality supplier data is implemented in the Item Database catalog or PIM system.

The role serves as a primary contact for internal/external stakeholders and drives data governance, continuous improvement, and governance workflows in collaboration with IT and PIM governance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required; 5+ years managing data or related experience.
• Experience with PIM data and data quality initiatives preferred.
• Strong knowledge of data governance, process improvement and SOX/Audit controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversee data requests supporting business processes and product initiatives.
• Manage a team of PIM Data Analysts.
• Serve as liaison between departments and suppliers/vendors.

Skills

PIM systems

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

Qlik

PowerPoint

Leadership

Data governance

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, information systems, marketing or related field

Tools

Microsoft Access

STIBO Systems

Job description

SUMMARY

The Item Database Manager oversees a diverse team of product information management (PIM) Data Analysts responsible for stock keeeping unit (SKU) life-cycle management. This role provides support and structure to ensure the on-time and quality implementation of supplier data into Motion’s Item Database catalog or PIM system. The manager serves as a key contact for internal and external stakeholders or vendors related to Motion’s data catalog. The manager engages in the development, implementation, and maintenance of quality data practices, continuous improvement, and workflows, and works closely with IT and PIM governance departments on the infrastructure and support of the SKU data systems.

JOB DUTIES

• Manages data requests in support of business processes, new product sales initiatives and mergers and acquisition.
• Manages a team of PIM Data Analysts.
• Serves as a key liaison between functional departments and suppliers or vendors.
• Leverages key performance indicators (KPIs) related to PIM data quality and completeness and drives a system of actions to complete requests in accordance with service level agreements (SLA’s).
• Identifies & implements opportunities to gain efficiencies, automate, and improve data quality.
• Partners with cross functional stakeholders to support business needs.
• Follows all SOX / Audit compliance requirements.
• Actively engages in continuous process improvement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Typically requires a bachelor's degree in business, information systems, marketing or a related field, and five (5) or more years of managing data or related experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment with a strong focus on proactive problem solving & process improvement skills to resolve issues & provide a voice for system & process enhancements
• Knowledge of Microsoft Access, SQL, and experience with data BI tools (Tableau, Power BI, Qlik, etc.), preferred
• Experience working with a PIM system, preferably STIBO Systems.
• Understands data governance and control distribution of data points
• Knowledge of workflow management techniques such as Lean Six Sigma, Kanban, Root Cause Analysis, etc
• Powerful presentation skills with advanced PowerPoint design knowledge
• The ability to lead a diverse team toward measurable results

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS: None required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

2-5 Direct Reports

BUDGET RESPONSIBILITY

Yes

COMPANY INFORMATION

• Motion Industries offers an excellent benefits package which includes options for healthcare coverage, 401(k), tuition, reimbursement, vacation, sick, and holiday pay.

DISCLAIMER

This job description illustrates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and skills required. Management retains the right to add or modify duties at any time.

GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons. Since 1928, GPC has set the standards for performance and value for our customers and our stakeholders. Today, we’re proud to say we’re the largest global auto parts network and a leading industrial parts distributor, one that offers rewarding careers that combine small company feel with a global scale. Our strengths are in the relationships we build and the value we deliver by merging local expertise with a global force.