Role Purpose:

• The Master Data Manager is responsible for optimizing and managing product and supplier master data in compliance with standard operating procedures, data governance rules, anti-corruption and finance control requirements. This role ensures the accuracy, consistency, and completeness of supplier information, which is critical for procurement and overall business operations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Engineering, Business, Commerce, Information Technology, or a related field (NQF 7). Post-graduate qualifications (NQF 8) and certifications in Operations Management, Analytics, Business Process Management, Lean/Six Sigma are advantageous.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in managing procurement master data and a team. Experience with data management and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, SAGE, COUPA) is required.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Alignment: Align product and supplier data management practices with organizational strategies, including cost optimization, supply chain resilience, and sustainability initiatives.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Support the supply chain and procurement teams in managing supplier relationships by providing accurate and timely supplier data, assisting with supplier performance management, and facilitating contract enablement.
• Data Quality Assurance: Conduct regular audits and validations to ensure the accuracy and consistency of supplier data.
• Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams, external service providers, and IT systems to resolve master data issues and gather accurate supplier information.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance data quality and efficiency.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks related to supplier data inaccuracies, compliance breaches, and data governance issues.
• Compliance Monitoring: Ensure that supplier data management practices comply with relevant regulations, including anti-corruption, anti-money laundering, and finance controls.
• Documentation: Develop and maintain documentation for supplier data management processes and standards.
• Training and Support: Provide training and support to team members and other departments on supplier data management best practices.
• Reporting: Generate and analyse reports on supplier data quality, performance, and compliance.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of procurement procedures, principles, and best practices.
• Strong customer service orientation
• Psychometric tests are required to be undertaken by shortlisted candidates.