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Since 1954, we’ve grown into a global community—with a thriving e-commerce business, multiple catalogs, 60+ retail stores, a peerless national sales force, plus international offices that support our preeminent supply chain division.. The position encompasses a wide range of data governance activities, from the creation and maintenance of documents, workflows and templates to the documentation of intricate processes regarding master data setup and updates.. Become the gatekeeper of auditing master data records within SAP systems to ensure data accuracy, consistency and compliance with established standards and policies. Execute data migration activities during SAP implementations, ensuring smooth transition of data from legacy systems. Collaborate with SAP support to troubleshoot technical issues related to master data management (MDM) while performing root-cause analysis to implement corrective measures to prevent reoccurrence

business data analyst

Company Description At Lakeshore, we create innovative learning materials and world-class guest experiences for teachers, parents and children. Since 1954, we’ve grown into a global community—with a thriving e-commerce business, multiple catalogs, 60+ retail stores, a peerless national sales force, plus international offices that support our preeminent supply chain division. But today we’re working better, smarter and faster than ever—and setting our sights even higher. We’re building an infrastructure designed for scalability, embracing data-driven decision-making and using technology to improve efficiency and ensure the best tools for the best work. Most importantly, we continue to invest in a diverse team of inquisitive top talent who fuel each other’s passions and curiosity, take risks, try new things, and believe that every new day brings opportunities for growth. Job Description In a time of unprecedented expansion, we are seeking a Senior Business Data Analyst, MDM – SAP to join our team. In this position, you will serve a pivotal role position in safeguarding data precision and integrity within the Master Data team. The position encompasses a wide range of data governance activities, from the creation and maintenance of documents, workflows and templates to the documentation of intricate processes regarding master data setup and updates. Proficient in data extraction from SAP GUI Tables for reporting, the role will leverage analytical acumen to provide invaluable insights on material attributes. The analyst’s unwavering attention to detail and commitment to excellence are driving forces behind the optimization of our data-management practices, the facilitation of informed decision-making and the overall enhancement of efficiency within the Master Data team. A day in the office looks like this: <ul><li>Become the gatekeeper of auditing master data records within SAP systems to ensure data accuracy, consistency and compliance with established standards and policies </li><li>Provide recommendations for process enhancements and data governance improvements based on audit findings </li><li>Take the lead in leveraging and developing ticket tracking tools like Jira to establish the necessary functionality for processing, upkeeping and monitoring incoming requests within the Master Data team </li><li>Collaborate with various departments to understand their master data requirements and perform data quality checks, validation and cleansing to identify and rectify data discrepancies, ensuring high levels of accuracy </li><li>Generate reports and insights from the material master in SAP for cross-functional teams regarding reporting and analytics purposes </li><li>Provide training and support to SAP users on master data entry, maintenance and best practices </li><li>Execute data migration activities during SAP implementations, ensuring smooth transition of data from legacy systems </li><li>Collaborate with SAP support to troubleshoot technical issues related to master data management (MDM) while performing root-cause analysis to implement corrective measures to prevent reoccurrence </li> </ul>Qualifications Got the skills and experience? Here’s what we’re looking for: <ul><li>2 years of experience in SAP reporting, workflows and template building </li><li>4 years of experience with a focus on SAP MDM a plus </li><li>MDM systems: Proficiency in working in SAP to manage and maintain master data records effectively </li><li>Data modeling: The ability to create and maintain data models that define the structure and relationships of master data elements within the MDM system </li><li>Data validation and cleansing: Skilled at validating and cleansing master data to ensure accuracy, consistency and adherence to data quality standards </li><li>Data integration: Knowledge of data integration techniques and tools to ensure seamless data flow between the MDM system and other systems or applications in the organization </li><li>Data governance: Familiarity with data governance practices, policies and frameworks to ensure compliance with data management rules and regulations </li><li>Business process understanding: Understanding of the business processes that rely on master data, allowing for the effective alignment of data management practices with business requirements </li><li>Strategic thinking: Ability to think long-term and align master data strategies with broader business and organizational goals </li><li>Problem solving: Aptitude for identifying complex data issues and developing effective solutions, often in collaboration with cross-functional teams </li><li>Attention to detail: Strong focus on accuracy and precision when managing critical data elements </li><li>Communication: Skilled at conveying technical information clearly to both technical and nontechnical stakeholders, and actively listening to gather requirements and address concerns </li><li>Collaboration: Ability to work seamlessly with various teams, departments and stakeholders to achieve common data-related objectives </li><li>Change management: Skilled at planning, organizing and executing data management projects within specified timelines and budgets </li> </ul>Additional Information And here’s our end of the bargain! <ul><li>Salary: $80,000-$90,000 with an annual bonus of up to 10% </li><li>Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bonding </li><li>Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA </li><li>401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday) </li><li>Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest </li><li>On-site preschool for our employees’ children </li><li>On-site employee gym for all levels/fitness needs </li><li>Generous employee discount on products that make you smarter </li><li>Casual dress…and we really mean it </li> </ul>At Lakeshore, we know our diversity makes us stronger, and when everyone feels included and valued, we all win. We strive to embrace our differences and create an intentionally diverse and inclusive community that is representative of the teachers, families and children we serve. We know we couldn’t do the extraordinary things we’re doing without the people on our team. Thanks to the passion and enthusiasm of this spectacular group, Lakeshore is more than a great place to work—it’s a great experience to be part of. Day in and day out, we give everything we’ve got to create products that instill a sense of wonder and foster a true love of learning. To help maintain this high bar for success, we’re constantly on the lookout for people to join us. So if you’re a down-to-earth professional who shares our desire for making a difference, we’d love to hear from you. To learn more about Lakeshore, visit Employment Opportunity Policy People are selected to become members of the Lakeshore family based on skill, merit and mind-boggling talent—not based on race, color, creed, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, marital status, domestic partnership status, military status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, AIDS or AIDS-related complex status, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status as a victim of domestic violence, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If things aren’t equal, we all lose. To learn about how we collect and use Applicant information, please visit our Employee/Applicant Privacy Policy. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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