Sr. Master Data Specialist - La Mirada, CA

Makita USA; La Mirada (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts on Makita tools

Job summary

Makita USA in La Mirada, CA is seeking a Master Data Specialist to maintain item master data across supply chain systems and ensure data integrity for operational efficiency.

You will work with ERP, Excel, and BI tools to improve data quality and enable automation while collaborating with cross‑functional teams and IT for data intake enhancements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field.
• 2+ years of experience with item master data in an ERP system.
• ASCM (APICS) certification a plus.
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Create, validate, and maintain item master data in the ERP system.
• Ensure adherence to naming conventions, classification rules, and required fields.
• Perform audits to identify data gaps, duplications, and inconsistencies.
• Monitor data quality metrics and support data-driven improvements.
• Collaborate with IT and cross-functional teams to improve data intake.

Skills

Item lifecycle

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Excel

ERP systems

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

ASCM (APICS) certification

Tools

ERP systems

BI tools

MS Excel

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Corporate - La Mirada, CA 90638

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 Salary

Job Category: Supply Chain

Power Up Your Career with Makita USA!!!

At Makita USA, we believe our employees are the driving force behind our success. That’s why we offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth. When you join Makita, you become part of a dynamic, innovative, and team-oriented culture that values hard work and dedication.

Makita is a worldwide leader in the professional power tool industry. Over the past 100 years, we have built a reputation for using the finest raw materials, the most advanced manufacturing equipment, and the most rigorous quality testing in the industry. Headquartered in La Mirada, CA, Makita U.S.A., with offices in Reno, NV, Wilmer, TX, and Flowery Branch, GA, has brought Makita's best-in‑class engineering advantage to professional power tool users in America since 1970.

Job Summary

The Supply Chain department creates value for Makita and its customers by planning inventory to efficiently meet customers’ needs, while effectively using Makita’s resources. The Master Data Specialist is responsible for maintaining and improving the integrity, accuracy, and structure of item master data across our supply chain systems. This position supports both day‑to‑day data execution and long‑term data quality initiatives that enable process automation, system integration, and analytics readiness. Working closely with cross‑functional teams, this role plays a key part in transforming how we manage our item records to support operational efficiency and future digital capabilities.

Essential Job Duties

Item Master Management

• Create, validate, and maintain item master data within the ERP system. Ensure adherence to naming conventions, classification rules, and required fields.
• Partner with supply chain and product teams to ensure timely and accurate item setups.
• Perform audits to proactively identify and resolve data gaps, duplications, and inconsistencies.

Data Standards & Documentation

• Support development and enforcement of item master SOPs, templates, and standard field definitions.
• Document known issues and definitions to ensure transparency and repeatability.
• Assist in implementing validation rules and change control procedures to ensure clean, usable data.

Cross‑Functional Coordination

• Collaborate with IT and upstream teams to improve data intake.
• Assist with onboarding and training on correct item setup procedures.

Data Quality & Reporting

• Monitor key data quality metrics such as completeness, accuracy, and duplication.
• Use Excel or BI tools to analyze data trends and support root cause analysis of errors or inefficiencies.
• Contribute to initiatives that increase the automation or scalability of item setup processes.

Future‑Readiness Projects

• Contribute to initiatives that increase the automation or scalability of item setup processes.
• Participate in system upgrade testing, data cleansing efforts, or pilot projects related to master data.

Please note this job description does not contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Skills Required

• Understanding of item lifecycle, supply chain operations, and cross‑functional data needs.
• Analytical thinker with strong critical thinking skills and curiosity.
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively.
• Clear communicator with a focus on consistency, accuracy, and accountability.
• Excellent attention to detail, with a process‑oriented approach to data work.
• Advanced Excel or data analysis skills; comfortable working with large data sets.
• Aptitude for ERP systems, data tools and embracing emerging technologies.

Education and/or Experience Desired

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this role.

• 2+ years of experience working with product or item master data in an ERP system.
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited university, or additional related work experience.
• Supply Chain or related field preferred.
• ASCM (APICS) Certification a plus.

Supervisory Responsibility: This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment: This position works in a hybrid environment and must use software and tools to communicate with others while working remotely. The work is fast-paced, focused on continuous improvement and continuous learning while operating under high demand/volume. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers, etc.

Travel: Routine travel is not expected. Occasional travel may be needed for training.

Physical Demands

• Required to use hands to touch, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• Required to occasionally stand; walk; and stoop, bend or reach above head.
• Required to regularly sit for extended periods of time.
• May be required to occasionally lift, push, or pull up to 30 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Able to ascend and descend stairs.
• Continuously reach out to sort miscellaneous items.
• Physically & mentally able to work in an environment that may be subject to strict deadlines and multiple projects.
• May be subject to overtime as required.

Our Benefits Include:

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options after 30 days of employment
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Employee assistance program (EAP) for mental health and well-being
• Paid subscription to Headspace and 5 other members of your choice

Financial Security

• Competitive pay & performance-based incentives
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Basic Term Life insurance is 100% company paid
• Long‑term Disability Coverage 100% company paid
• Disability Coverage
• Voluntary Coverage: Critical illness, accidental, hospital indemnity, whole life, and supplemental life plans.

Work-Life Balance

• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays)
• Employee discounts on Makita tools and accessories - because we know you love quality tools!

Career Growth & Development

• Tuition reimbursement
• Internal promotion opportunities
• Collaborative, innovative work environment

Join Makita USA and power up your career with a company that values innovation, teamwork, and excellence!

Disclaimer: This description is based on management's assessment of the requirements and functions of the job as of the date this description was prepared. It is a general guideline for managers and employees, but it does not intended to be an exhaustive list of all of the elements of the job. Management reserves the right to modify the description at any time or to vary the duties and responsibilities of the job on a temporary or indefinite basis to meet production, scheduling, or staffing needs.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit. Company policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, gender, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, veteran status, military service, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information, medical (including genetic characteristics or cancer diagnosis), actual or perceived sexual orientation, or any consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. All such discrimination is prohibited. Additionally, the Company will provide registered domestic partners with all rights and benefits as required by Law. The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) prohibits employers from requesting or requiring genetic information of an individual or a family member of the individual. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws and providing equal employment opportunities.