PDI
Master Data Analyst
PDI, Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey, us, 07677
Description
DESCRIPTIONDriven by a commitment to research, quality, and service, PDI provides innovative products, educational resources, training, and support to prevent infection transmission and promote health and wellness. Encompassing three areas, our Healthcare, Sani Professional and Contract manufacturing divisions, we develop, manufacture, and distribute leading edge products for North America and the world. We have several locations across the US and are looking for new Associates to join our team!POSITION PURPOSEOur organization relies heavily on accurate and consistent information to make informed decisions and drive strategic initiatives. Master data serves as the backbone of this information, representing key business entities such as customers, products, suppliers, and locations. The Master Data Analyst is essential in managing this critical data, ensuring it is reliable and accessible across the organization.This role is responsible for maintaining the integrity and accuracy of our master data, ensuring that our data assets are reliable and accessible across the organization, working closely with various departments to support enterprise systems and drive continuous improvement in data quality.Specifically, the analyst will be responsible for the creation and maintenance of master data, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and completeness across systems. Additionally, this role will monitor data quality metrics, conduct data cleansing, and identify and resolve discrepancies in master data, while maintaining thorough documentation of data definitions, data sources, and data lineage to support transparency and understanding of master data throughout the organization.The Master Data Analyst ensures that an organization's master data is accurate, reliable, and effectively utilized to support business objectives.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIESMaster Data Management: Entry, maintenance, and quality control of master data across various systems, ensuring consistency and accuracy.Data Governance: Collaborate with data governance lead to establish data standards, policies, and procedures that align with organizational goals. - beyond her current abilities based on our interaction with herData Quality Assurance: Conduct regular audits and data quality assessments to identify discrepancies, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with established guidelines. - does not currently have this expertiseCross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with business units (e.g., Sales, Marketing, Operations) to gather data requirements and address data-related issues.Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of master data processes, workflows, and standards for future reference and training purposes.Training & Support: Provide training and support to end-users on master data management tools and best practices. - not confident she can be an effective trainer and enforcing standardsReporting & Analysis: Generate reports and dashboards to monitor data quality metrics and trends, presenting findings to stakeholders and recommending improvements. - beyond her current abilities based on our interaction with herContinuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process enhancements and automation within the master data management lifecycle. - Status quo orientation, not continuous improvement focused
PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTSData KPIs being established and improved over time.Ability to align business requirements to drive consistent data standards, processes, and procedures across the shared environment. - status quo orientation, not process improvement focusedAbility to deliver data operations functions to support business expectations.Improved data health and hygiene.BOM quantity and cycle time.Master data accuracy
QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION / CERTIFICATION:Associate degree in related disciplinePREFERRED KNOWLEDGE:Knowledge of manufacturing processes (a plus; not required)Understanding of FDA Validation processes and requirements (a plus, not required)Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamic 365 (a plus, not required)
EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:2+ years of experience in data analysis, data management, or a related field, with a focus on master data governance preferredExperience in a manufacturing organization (a plus; not required)
SKILLS / ABILITIES:Knowledge of industry leading data governance and data quality practices - large learning curve in this areaDemonstrated knowledge and understanding of data quality issues, data architecture, and data analysis - large learning curve in this areaStrong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with keen attention to detail and a focus on data quality - not showing this expertise so far on Transform so farStrong interpersonal and communication skills - looking for a more customer service styleSolid written, verbal, interpersonal, and analytical skillsAbility to manage and prioritize tasksAbility to lead and direct others (direct reports or not) - will need to lead data stewards to governance guidelines, not confident she has this expertiseProficiency in data management tools (e.g., ERP systems, MDM tools) and advanced Excel skills; familiarity with SQL is a plus - does not have the necessary skills, weak in excel, no SQL skillsTeam oriented
WORKING CONDITIONS:No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.
SALARY RANGE:$65,000 - $80,000 Annually
PDI is pleased to offer a comprehensive and affordable benefits program to our associates, which includes:Medical & prescription drug coverageDental / Vision plan401(k) savings plan with company matchBasic and supplemental life insuranceFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)Short- and long-term disability benefitsHealth Advocacy Program / Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Many other voluntary benefit plans such as:
Legal assistance, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident coverage, discounted home/auto/rental insurance, employee discounts and pet insuranceAt PDI, we are also committed to helping our associates maintain a healthy and sustainable work/life balance and are proud to provide:
Sick leave, generous vacation and holiday time, paid parental leave, summer hours, flex place/flex time options.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
DESCRIPTIONDriven by a commitment to research, quality, and service, PDI provides innovative products, educational resources, training, and support to prevent infection transmission and promote health and wellness. Encompassing three areas, our Healthcare, Sani Professional and Contract manufacturing divisions, we develop, manufacture, and distribute leading edge products for North America and the world. We have several locations across the US and are looking for new Associates to join our team!POSITION PURPOSEOur organization relies heavily on accurate and consistent information to make informed decisions and drive strategic initiatives. Master data serves as the backbone of this information, representing key business entities such as customers, products, suppliers, and locations. The Master Data Analyst is essential in managing this critical data, ensuring it is reliable and accessible across the organization.This role is responsible for maintaining the integrity and accuracy of our master data, ensuring that our data assets are reliable and accessible across the organization, working closely with various departments to support enterprise systems and drive continuous improvement in data quality.Specifically, the analyst will be responsible for the creation and maintenance of master data, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and completeness across systems. Additionally, this role will monitor data quality metrics, conduct data cleansing, and identify and resolve discrepancies in master data, while maintaining thorough documentation of data definitions, data sources, and data lineage to support transparency and understanding of master data throughout the organization.The Master Data Analyst ensures that an organization's master data is accurate, reliable, and effectively utilized to support business objectives.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIESMaster Data Management: Entry, maintenance, and quality control of master data across various systems, ensuring consistency and accuracy.Data Governance: Collaborate with data governance lead to establish data standards, policies, and procedures that align with organizational goals. - beyond her current abilities based on our interaction with herData Quality Assurance: Conduct regular audits and data quality assessments to identify discrepancies, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with established guidelines. - does not currently have this expertiseCross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with business units (e.g., Sales, Marketing, Operations) to gather data requirements and address data-related issues.Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of master data processes, workflows, and standards for future reference and training purposes.Training & Support: Provide training and support to end-users on master data management tools and best practices. - not confident she can be an effective trainer and enforcing standardsReporting & Analysis: Generate reports and dashboards to monitor data quality metrics and trends, presenting findings to stakeholders and recommending improvements. - beyond her current abilities based on our interaction with herContinuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process enhancements and automation within the master data management lifecycle. - Status quo orientation, not continuous improvement focused
PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTSData KPIs being established and improved over time.Ability to align business requirements to drive consistent data standards, processes, and procedures across the shared environment. - status quo orientation, not process improvement focusedAbility to deliver data operations functions to support business expectations.Improved data health and hygiene.BOM quantity and cycle time.Master data accuracy
QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION / CERTIFICATION:Associate degree in related disciplinePREFERRED KNOWLEDGE:Knowledge of manufacturing processes (a plus; not required)Understanding of FDA Validation processes and requirements (a plus, not required)Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamic 365 (a plus, not required)
EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:2+ years of experience in data analysis, data management, or a related field, with a focus on master data governance preferredExperience in a manufacturing organization (a plus; not required)
SKILLS / ABILITIES:Knowledge of industry leading data governance and data quality practices - large learning curve in this areaDemonstrated knowledge and understanding of data quality issues, data architecture, and data analysis - large learning curve in this areaStrong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with keen attention to detail and a focus on data quality - not showing this expertise so far on Transform so farStrong interpersonal and communication skills - looking for a more customer service styleSolid written, verbal, interpersonal, and analytical skillsAbility to manage and prioritize tasksAbility to lead and direct others (direct reports or not) - will need to lead data stewards to governance guidelines, not confident she has this expertiseProficiency in data management tools (e.g., ERP systems, MDM tools) and advanced Excel skills; familiarity with SQL is a plus - does not have the necessary skills, weak in excel, no SQL skillsTeam oriented
WORKING CONDITIONS:No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.
SALARY RANGE:$65,000 - $80,000 Annually
PDI is pleased to offer a comprehensive and affordable benefits program to our associates, which includes:Medical & prescription drug coverageDental / Vision plan401(k) savings plan with company matchBasic and supplemental life insuranceFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)Short- and long-term disability benefitsHealth Advocacy Program / Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Many other voluntary benefit plans such as:
Legal assistance, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident coverage, discounted home/auto/rental insurance, employee discounts and pet insuranceAt PDI, we are also committed to helping our associates maintain a healthy and sustainable work/life balance and are proud to provide:
Sick leave, generous vacation and holiday time, paid parental leave, summer hours, flex place/flex time options.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)