Master Data Specialist

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Master Data Specialist Job Description The Master Data Specialist creates and maintains master data related to materials, bills of materials (BOMs), routings, suppliers, and maintenance data modules. This role ensures a high level of data integrity, governance, and service to internal customers while supporting the development and continuous improvement of master data management processes within a regulated environment. Responsibilities Create, update, and maintain master data for materials, bills of materials, routings, suppliers, and maintenance data modules in line with established standards. Process master data requests in accordance with defined service level agreements and respond to related queries in a timely and professional manner. Drive internal control, regulatory, and process compliance through active understanding, engagement, and vigilance in all master data activities. Provide problem-solving support, advice, and guidance to internal customers, taking ownership of issues through to resolution. Complete daily, weekly, and monthly master data processes and tasks to the required quality and accuracy standards. Maintain a complete and accurate audit trail of all data changes to support traceability and compliance requirements. Resolve internal and external data queries promptly and thoroughly, ensuring clear communication and follow-up. Support the setup and maintenance of BOM structures in SAP to enable accurate planning, production, and reporting. Contribute to the development and improvement of master data management practices, procedures, and documentation. Support engineering change orders in SAP by ensuring related master data is updated correctly and on time. Essential Skills 2+ years of experience in the setup and maintenance of bill of material (BOM) structures. Hands-on experience working with SAP for master data creation and maintenance. Experience working in a regulated industry environment. Strong understanding of bills of materials, routings, and related manufacturing master data. Ability to process master data requests accurately and within defined service level agreements. Ability to maintain a full audit trail of data changes to meet compliance and traceability requirements. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to provide clear advice and guidance to internal customers. Attention to detail and a commitment to high standards of data integrity and governance. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience with engineering change orders in SAP or similar ERP systems. Familiarity with master data governance concepts and best practices. Experience supporting manufacturing and lab operations through accurate master data. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams such as engineering, operations, and supply chain. Strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting with internal stakeholders. Proactive mindset with an interest in helping to build and improve master data processes as product lines grow. Work Environment The role operates in a casual manufacturing and laboratory environment that combines hands-on operational activity with data-focused office work. You will work with SAP and related systems to support growing product lines and help set up new structures that directly impact the organization. The setting is professional yet relaxed, with a focus on collaboration, continuous improvement, and supporting production and lab teams through accurate and reliable master data. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Minneapolis, MN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $38.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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