Novanta
MasterDataSpecialist
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“Master Data Specialist at Novanta. Skills: master data management, data governance, data quality, ERP systems, cross-functional collaboration. Create, maintain, and manage master data records in ERP and other business systems.. Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and completeness across all platforms.”
What You'll Achieve.
ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and consistency of critical business data across enterprise systems.; support operational efficiency by enabling reliable data for decision-making, reporting, and transactional processes.; Provide insights to support strategic decision-making.
Industry & Context.
analytical; analytical mindset to identify root causes of data issues and propose effective solutions.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
2+ years of experience in mastering data management or a related role., Experience with ERP systems (e. g. SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics)., Excel skills: experience with data analysis tools is a plus., Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills., communication and collaboration abilities., Capable of managing multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment., Experience with documentation and maintaining structured records., Knowledge of data governance and data quality principles., Fluent English speaking skills.
Nice to Have
German or Spanish language is a plus., Data Visualization Tools: experience with tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Qlik to create dashboards and reports that provide insights into data quality and usage., Knowledge of Data Privacy and Compliance Standards: Familiarity with regulations such as GDPR, HIPAA, or other relevant data protection laws, ensuring that master data practices align with legal and ethical standards., Project Management Skills: Ability to lead or contribute to data-related projects, including migrations, system implementations, and process improvements, using methodologies like Agile or Waterfall., SQL and Data Querying Skills: Experience writing and optimizing SQL queries to extract, analyze, and validate data from relational databases., Change Management: Understanding how to manage data changes and communicating effectively with stakeholders during system upgrades or process transitions., Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking: analytical mindset to identify root causes of data issues and propose effective solutions., Cross-Functional Collaboration: Proven ability to work with diverse teams including Finance, Procurement, Sales, and IT to align data practices with business needs., Attention to Detail and Accuracy: A meticulous approach to data entry and validation to ensure high-quality master data.
What You'll Do.
and manage master data records in ERP and other business systems.
and completeness across all platforms.
Monitor and audit data quality
identifying and resolving discrepancies.
Support data migration and integration projects.
Assist in implementing data governance policies and procedures.
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for mastering data processes
Ensure consistent application of data governance policies.
Provide training and support to end-users on master data processes.
Generate reports and dashboards to monitor data quality metrics
Respond to and resolve data-related issues in a timely manner
coordinating with relevant teams to ensure minimal disruption to business operations.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
key liaison between business units and IT; work closely with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements, resolve discrepancies, and implement improvements.; Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Finance, Procurement, Sales, IT) to gather and validate data requirements.; coordinating with relevant teams to ensure minimal disruption to business operations.; Proven ability to work with diverse teams including Finance, Procurement, Sales, and IT to align data practices with business needs.
Communication Scope
communication and collaboration abilities; Fluent English speaking skills.; German or Spanish language is a plus.; communicating effectively with stakeholders
Process & Methodology
Active participation in testing phase for S4Hana as well as S4Hana implementation., Support data migration and integration projects., Ability to lead or contribute to data-related projects, including migrations, system implementations, and process improvements, using methodologies like Agile or Waterfall., Change Management: Understanding how to manage data changes and communicating effectively with stakeholders during system upgrades or process transitions.
Full Job Description
**Build a career powered by innovations that matter!** At Novanta, our innovations power technology products that are transforming healthcare and advanced manufacturing—improving productivity, enhancing people’s lives and redefining what’s possible. We create for our global customers engineered components and sub-systems that deliver extreme precision and performance for a range of mission-critical applications—from minimally invasive surgery to robotics to 3D metal printing. Novanta is one global team with over 26 offices located in The Americas, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Looking for a great place to work? You have found it with a culture that embraces teamwork, collaboration and empowerment. Come explore Novanta. **Summary** The **Master Data Specialist** plays a pivotal role in ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and consistency of critical business data across enterprise systems. This position is responsible for managing and maintaining master data related to customers, vendors, materials, products, and financial records. The specialist acts as a key liaison between business units and IT, ensuring that data standards and governance policies are upheld throughout the organization. In this role, you will support operational efficiency by enabling reliable data for decision-making, reporting, and transactional processes. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements, resolve discrepancies, and implement improvements. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and proactive, with a strong understanding of data management principles and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. **Primary Responsibilities** * Create, maintain, and manage master data records in ERP and other business systems. * Active participation in testing phase for S4Hana as well as S4Hana implementation. * Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and completeness across all platforms. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Finance, Procurement, Sales, IT)
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