Master Data Administrator

Pepkor Lifestyle; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Pepkor Lifestyle is seeking a Master Data Administrator to manage and improve our master data, ensuring integrity and consistency. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, support data-driven processes and provide insights. Strong attention to detail and knowledge of MDM systems are essential.

The role emphasizes data governance, mapping, and quality across merchandise data, with opportunities to contribute to data migration projects and governance documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Information Management, Business).
• Experience as a Master Data Administrator or similar data management role.
• Strong attention to detail and meticulous work style.
• Proficiency with data management tools and software.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain Articles and Vendors in applicable systems.
• Create and maintain Article and Cluster Hierarchy in systems.
• Review data for accuracy and completeness.
• Identify and resolve data inconsistencies and errors.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure data quality and standards compliance.
• Document and maintain data governance processes; support migrations and integrations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Data governance

Communication skills

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Management or related

Tools

MDM systems

Data profiling tools

Data mapping tools

Job description

Job Purpose

As a Master Data Administrator at Pepkor Lifestyle, you will be responsible for managing, maintaining and improving our master data to ensure data integrity and consistency. You will work closely with cross‑functional teams to support various business processes and provide data‑driven insights. The ideal candidate should be detail‑oriented, highly organized, and have a deep appreciation for the importance of data quality.

Minimum qualification and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g. Information Management, Business, or related).
• Proven experience as a Master Data Administrator or in a similar data management role.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work meticulously.
• Proficiency in data management tools and software.
• Knowledge of data governance principles and data quality management.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Experience with master data management (MDM) systems.
• Understanding of data modeling and data mapping.
• Familiarity with data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR).
• Knowledge of industry‑specific data standards.
• Experience with data quality and profiling tools.
• Certifications in data management or related fields.

Position outputs/competencies

• Be able to Create, maintain Articles Vendor in the applicable systems.
• Be able to Create, maintain Article and Cluster Hierarchy in the applicable systems.
• Reviewing and validating data for accuracy and completeness.
• Identify and resolve data inconsistencies and errors.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure data quality and compliance with data standards.
• Documenting and maintaining data governance processes and procedures Support data migration and integration projects.
• Informed about data management best practices and industry trends.
• Resolution of calls and administration relating to Merchandise business processes.
• Act as a data controller to ensure Group Master Data policies and procedures are upheld.