SAP MD Governance Business Analyst

Trident Seafoods; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 128,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Trident Seafoods, based in Seattle, seeks a SAP Master Data Governance Business Analyst to support enterprise master data operations within SAP S/4HANA. You will liaise between business users, SAP functional and technical teams to ensure data processes align with transformation goals.

The role covers MDG across Customer, Vendor, Material, Finance data domains, driving data quality, governance, and scalable workflows under the Global Master Data Leader.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent).
• 5+ years in Master Data Management/Governance or ERP data roles.
• Hands-on with SAP MDG and S/4HANA master data processes.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business stakeholders and SAP teams to support data governance and processes.
• Translate business requirements into SAP master data solutions and workflows.
• Manage data creation, validation, cleansing, and lifecycle processes in MDG/S4HANA.

Skills

SAP MDG

Data governance

Master data

Stakeholder liaison

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

SAP MDG

SAP S/4HANA

Job description

Overview

Trident Seafoods is North America’s largest vertically integrated seafood company—partnering with fishermen, employees, and communities to responsibly harvest, process, and share wild Alaska seafood with the world. With deep roots in Alaska and operating across the globe, Trident is a privately held company headquartered in Seattle, committed to nourishing the world while upholding the highest standards for safety, sustainability, and excellence.

Overview

Trident Seafoods is North America’s largest vertically integrated seafood company—partnering with fishermen, employees, and communities to responsibly harvest, process, and share wild Alaska seafood with the world. With deep roots in Alaska and operating across the globe, Trident is a privately held company headquartered in Seattle, committed to nourishing the world while upholding the highest standards for safety, sustainability, and excellence.

At Trident Seafoods, we work together for something bigger than ourselves. From nourishing the world with the best protein on earth to protecting our oceans, serving our fishermen, and supporting communities in Alaska and beyond, here, you’ll find a values-driven culture where your growth matters, your work has purpose and your contributions are recognized and appreciated—because at Trident, we believe meaningful work connects us all.

Responsibilities

Summary: Trident Seafoods is seeking a highly motivated and experienced SAP Master Data Governance Business Analyst to support enterprise master data operations and governance within the SAP S/4HANA environment. This role is business-facing and will serve as a key liaison between business stakeholders, SAP functional teams, and technical teams to ensure master data processes support operational and transformation goals across the organization.

The successful candidate will bring hands-on experience working across multiple SAP master data objects, including Customer, Vendor, Material, Finance, and other enterprise data domains, with a strong foundation in SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) and related master data processes.

This person will help drive data quality, governance, and process consistency by translating business requirements into effective SAP master data solutions, partnering closely with SAP teams, and supporting scalable governance frameworks, workflow execution, and continuous improvement initiatives.

This position reports to the Global Master Data Leader and is to work closely under the Master Data Leaders’ process guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with business stakeholders and SAP teams to support enterprise master data operations, governance, and process improvements across the SAP landscape
• Act as a liaison between business users, SAP functional teams, and technical teams to translate business needs into effective master data solutions and workflow improvements
• Support design, governance, and ongoing management of SAP master data across key data objects such as Customer, Vendor, Material, Finance, and other relevant enterprise domains
• Execute and oversee data creation, maintenance, validation, cleansing, governance, and lifecycle processes using SAP MDG, SAP S/4HANA, and related master data tools
• Coordinate data loads, mass updates, migration support, and workflow-driven changes using established templates, tools, and governance procedures
• Maintain and enforce data governance standards, naming conventions, approval workflows, and compliance requirements to ensure data integrity and consistency
• Monitor data quality, investigate issues, and drive resolution in partnership with business users, SAP support teams, and technical resources
• Support testing, UAT, process documentation, training, and change management activities related to SAP master data and governance processes
• Provide business-facing support and guidance to end users on master data processes, governance workflows, and best practices
• Partner with Master Data leadership to identify opportunities for process standardization, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement

Benefits

Trident Seafoods offers a comprehensive and quality benefits package. Full time employees may be eligible for discretionary/performance-based incentives, medical, dental and vision insurance plans, optional HRA/HSA, telemedicine, employee assistance and wellness programs, disability programs, basic life and AD&D, and a 401(k) plan with a company match, paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays each year, and paid parental leave. For full-time employees, the initial PTO benefit starts at 20 days per year, adjusted commensurate with relevant experience, front loaded on the first of the year, initially prorated quarterly based on hire date. Commuter programs are also available.

More information can be found at https://www.tridentseafoods.com/benefits.

Qualifications

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, Supply Chain, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• 5+ years of experience in Master Data Management, Master Data Governance, or ERP data management roles within complex enterprise environments
• Hands-on experience working with SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) and SAP S/4HANA master data processes
• Strong experience across multiple SAP master data objects, such as Customer, Vendor, Material, Finance, and related enterprise data domains
• Experience serving as a business-facing liaison who can gather requirements, clarify priorities, and translate business needs into SAP master data solutions
• Experience with SAP data load, mass maintenance, migration, or related data management tools in support of master data operations
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and related tools for data analysis, validation, cleansing, and reporting

Preferred Qualifications

• Business training and change management experience
• Exposure to large-scale data migration or transformation projects
• Experience working with global teams and extended support hours

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs)

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Solid understanding of data governance frameworks, data quality management, workflow controls, and master data lifecycle processes
• Proven ability to work closely with SAP functional teams, technical teams, and business stakeholders to support data governance and operational execution
• Ability to communicate effectively with business stakeholders, SAP teams, and technical teams at all levels of the organization
• Proven ability to build strong cross-functional relationships and work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Adaptability, sound judgment, and a continuous improvement mindset within established master data governance processes
• Customer-service orientation with the ability to support end users and drive practical business solutions
• Strong understanding of cross-functional business processes and the downstream impact of master data on operations, supply chain, finance, and customer processes
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to work effectively across business and technical teams
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes

Work Environment

This is an on-site position based at the Trident Support Center office in Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood, with the option to work remotely on Fridays.

In-office time takes place in a typical office environment: temperature controlled with adequate lighting and moderate noise. While remote, employees must provide appropriate home office space.

Work Authorizations

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Additional Information

Stay connected with Trident Seafoods online at www.tridentseafoods.com and follow us on Facebook , X , Instagram , Pinterest , YouTube or LinkedIn

Trident Seafoods provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Trident Seafoods and its subsidiaries have adopted a drug-free workplace policy. Working under the influence of Drugs or Alcohol is not permitted.

Employment with Trident Seafoods is contingent upon the candidate maintaining valid immigration status and work authorization throughout employment, with or without immigration sponsorship by the company.

Pay Range

USD $128,000.00 - USD $145,000.00 /Yr.