Sr. Analyst Master Data Governance

HP Hood LLC; Lynnfield (MA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

HP Hood LLC seeks a Sr. Analyst Master Data Governance to govern SAP Material Master data across SAP ecosystems and business units.

You will lead governance, quality, maintenance, and continuous improvement, partnering with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Procurement, Logistics, Finance, and IT to ensure data accuracy and compliance. Responsibilities include developing dashboards and reports, defining data standards, performing root cause analysis of defects, and driving data governance programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 5+ years of hands-on SAP Material Master experience in manufacturing or distribution.
• Experience in Master Data Governance, Data Quality, or Material Master Management.
• Strong understanding of SAP Material Master data structures and processes.
• Experience with SAP T-Codes, Fiori, tables, and data relationships.
• Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables, lookups, and data validation.
• Experience building reports and dashboards using Power BI or Tableau.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a SME for SAP Material Master data and governance processes.
• Create, maintain, and govern material master records while adhering to data standards.
• Analyze large datasets to identify data quality issues and improve processes.
• Perform root cause analysis of master data defects and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and monitor data quality metrics, KPIs, and governance controls.
• Partner with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Procurement, Logistics, and Finance teams to translate requirements into SAP data solutions.
• Support SAP master data initiatives, system enhancements, and process improvements.
• Validate and reconcile master data across SAP and connected applications.
• Support mass data maintenance and migration using SAP data load tools.
• Create dashboards and reports providing actionable insights into data quality.
• Document data standards, business rules, policies, and procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on accuracy and governance.
• Communicate findings and impacts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Skills

Material Master

Data Governance

Data Quality

Data Analysis

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Education

Bachelor's degree Information Systems

Supply Chain

Business Analytics

Tools

SAP

SAP S/4HANA

Winshuttle Studio

Evolve

SQL

Job description

Are you a self‑driven person looking to advance your career as a high‑impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that foster strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more.

About the Role

The Sr. Analyst Master Data Governance is responsible for the governance, quality, maintenance, and continuous improvement of SAP master data across HP Hood. This role serves as a subject matter expert for SAP Material Master data and partners with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Procurement, Logistics, Finance, and IT teams to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and compliance with enterprise data standards.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert for SAP Material Master data and related governance processes.
• Create, maintain, and govern material master records while ensuring adherence to established business rules and data standards.
• Analyze large datasets to identify data quality issues, inconsistencies, and process improvement opportunities.
• Perform root cause analysis of master data defects and develop sustainable corrective and preventive actions.
• Develop and monitor data quality metrics, KPIs, and governance controls.
• Partner with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Procurement, Logistics, and Finance teams to understand business requirements and translate them into SAP master data solutions.
• Support SAP master data initiatives, system enhancements, and process improvement projects.
• Validate and reconcile master data across SAP and connected business applications.
• Support mass data maintenance and migration activities using SAP data load tools and workflow solutions.
• Create dashboards, reports, and visualizations that provide actionable insights into data quality and business performance.
• Document data standards, business rules, policies, and operating procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on master data accuracy, efficiency, and governance compliance.
• Communicate findings, recommendations, and business impacts to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Supply Chain, Business Analytics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of hands‑on SAP Material Master experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Demonstrated experience in Master Data Governance, Data Quality, or Material Master Management.
• Strong understanding of SAP Material Master data structures, business processes, and related transaction data.
• Experience with SAP T‑Codes, Fiori Applications, tables, and data relationships.
• Proven experience investigating data issues and performing root cause analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills including data analysis, pivot tables, lookups, and data validation.
• Experience building reports and dashboards using Power BI, Tableau, or similar analytics tools.

Preferred

• Experience with SAP S/4HANA.
• Experience with Automate (Winshuttle) Studio and Evolve.
• Experience with SQL and data querying tools.
• Experience supporting data governance frameworks and data stewardship programs.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to identify trends, diagnose data issues, and recommend solutions.
• Expert understanding of SAP Material Master data and related business processes.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Ability to analyze complex data relationships across multiple systems.
• Knowledge of data governance, master data management, and data quality best practices.
• Ability to challenge assumptions and drive fact‑based decision making.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to business stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently often with minimal supervision.
• Effective collaboration and influence across cross‑functional teams.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on process optimization and operational excellence.

Compensation

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Pay range: $98,000 – $120,000 USD.

Equal Opportunity

HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled.

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