Master Data Management Analyst

Jobtailor; Illinois; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Illinois seeks a Master Data specialist to create, validate, and maintain item/vendor data and support governance across ERP, MDM, and PIM systems. You will drive data accuracy and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliant data flows.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years in data operations, strong Excel and SQL skills, and familiarity with SAP/Oracle/Blue Yonder. This role emphasizes accuracy, process improvement, and regulatory compliance in a retail setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in master data, data governance, or retail data operations.
• Experience supporting item and vendor data in retail or CPG.
• Strong data accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Excel and data analysis tools.
• Familiarity with data governance frameworks and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Create, validate, and maintain master data for items, vendors, stores, pricing, promotions, and hierarchies
• Maintain vendor and item relationships supporting procurement, replenishment, and invoicing
• Enforce data governance standards, naming conventions, and business rules
• Perform data quality checks and resolve inaccuracies, duplicates, and inconsistencies
• Partner with data governance teams to define policies and stewardship processes
• Support audits and compliance requirements related to food labeling, traceability, and regulatory standards
• Collaborate with Merchandising, Supply Chain, Finance, Store Operations, Marketing, and E-commerce teams
• Support new item setup, assortment changes, seasonal items, and promotional launches
• Act as data steward for assigned data domains
• Work within ERP, MDM, PIM, and merchandising systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Blue Yonder
• Support system integrations and data synchronization across platforms
• Assist with testing during system upgrades, enhancements, and new data initiatives
• Monitor master data KPIs and data quality metrics
• Identify process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy
• Document procedures, workflows, and data standards
• Interact with internal associates, customers, service providers, and product providers
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager

Skills

Data Analysis

SQL

Data Transformation

Excel

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Business, Data Analytics, Supply Chain, or related field

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

SAP MDG

Informatica

Stibo Systems

Syndigo

Job description

• Create, validate, and maintain master data for items, vendors, stores, pricing, promotions, and hierarchies
• Maintain vendor and item relationships supporting procurement, replenishment, and invoicing
• Enforce data governance standards, naming conventions, and business rules
• Perform data quality checks and resolve inaccuracies, duplicates, and inconsistencies
• Partner with data governance teams to define policies and stewardship processes
• Support audits and compliance requirements related to food labeling, traceability, and regulatory standards
• Collaborate with Merchandising, Supply Chain, Finance, Store Operations, Marketing, and E-commerce teams
• Support new item setup, assortment changes, seasonal items, and promotional launches
• Act as data steward for assigned data domains
• Work within ERP, MDM, PIM, and merchandising systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Blue Yonder
• Support system integrations and data synchronization across platforms
• Assist with testing during system upgrades, enhancements, and new data initiatives
• Monitor master data KPIs and data quality metrics
• Identify process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy
• Document procedures, workflows, and data standards
• Interact with internal associates, customers, service providers, and product providers
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager

Requirements

• 2–5 years of experience in master data, data governance, or retail data operations
• Experience supporting item and vendor data in a retail or consumer goods environment
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
• Proficiency with Excel and data analysis tools
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Business, Data Analytics, Supply Chain, or related field, or equivalent work experience
• Preferred: experience working in food, grocery, or multi-category retail, including exposure to fresh, frozen, or perishable product data
• Preferred: working knowledge of food-specific regulatory and compliance requirements, such as nutritional labeling, ingredient declarations, allergen tracking, country of origin, and traceability standards
• Preferred: hands-on experience with MDM, PIM, or ERP platforms such as SAP S/4HANA, SAP MDG, Oracle Retail, Blue Yonder, Informatica, Stibo Systems, Syndigo, or similar tools
• Preferred: familiarity with retail merchandising and supply chain processes, including item lifecycle management, assortment planning, replenishment, pricing, promotions, and vendor onboarding
• Preferred: experience supporting omnichannel retail operations, including store, e-commerce, click-and-carry, and delivery channels
• Preferred: ability to interpret and translate business requirements into data standards, attributes, and workflows
• Preferred: experience with data quality tools, validation rules, and exception management processes
• Preferred: working knowledge of SQL, data querying, or data transformation tools
• Preferred: exposure to system integrations and data flows between merchandising, supply chain, finance, and digital commerce systems
• Preferred: experience participating in system implementations, upgrades, or data migration initiatives
• Preferred: understanding of data governance frameworks, stewardship models, and change management practices
• Preferred: strong documentation skills, including creation of SOPs and data dictionaries

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in master data management, data governance, and compliance within retail environments, with a strong focus on data accuracy and process improvement. Proficient in utilizing ERP, MDM, and PIM systems to support data integrity and operational efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Master Data Management
• Data Governance
• ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle, Blue Yonder)
• Data Quality Analysis
• Regulatory Compliance

Hard Skills

• Data Analysis
• Data Quality Tools
• SQL
• Data Transformation
• Excel

Soft Skills

• Attention to Detail
• Documentation Skills
• Collaboration

Industry Keywords

• Retail Data Operations
• Food Labeling
• Traceability Standards
• Vendor Onboarding
• Omnichannel Retail

Tools & Technologies

• SAP S/4HANA
• SAP MDG
• Informatica
• Stibo Systems
• Syndigo