Product Data Specialist

Job Description:

The Product Data Analyst is the item/material lifecycle data owner, translating an idea into the finished good build with the correct hierarchy. They are responsible for the management of the item/material submission, tracking and issue resolution. Additional responsibilities include process optimization. A strong drive for results, and excellent collaboration skills are essential for successful delivery of time-sensitive results.

What are we looking for?

Minimum

• Bachelor degree in Supply Chain, MIS, Business, Systems Applications or Data related field
• Experience with CPG company within Supply Chain or similar operational function, with focus on enterprise processes, knowledge of Global Data Syndication Network (GDSN) / GS1 standards, Product Data, and Product Lifecycle Management.
• Experience with ERP, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems

Preferred

• Advance knowledge in systems (e.g., SAP, PLM)

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Management and delivery of the item lifecycle processes. GTM Analysts will target functional expert status through data ownership, and delivery on customer expectations with quality, efficiency, and speed. Responsible for data gathering, material request submission, and tenacious tracking of the GTM process to achieve timely completion by required deadlines.
• Recommend, align, and implement process improvements that will enable consistency, repeatability, and sustainability.
• Foster consistent ways of working with cross-functional peers (Data Management, Spec Data Analysts, cross-functional project team members, Activity Management).
• Maintain consistent ways of working for GTM Analysts across all brands and Seasons (where compatible) to ensure process adherence, reliability, and stability.
• Utilize and implement tools to ensure consistent execution while providing feedback and direction on continuous improvement.
• Champion opportunities that enhance cross-functional communication; solidify partnership with the Data Management team and align issue resolution, priorities, and ways of working.
• Achieve success against performance KPIs (SLA's, processes, durations, etc.).

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.