MDM Specialist

COFCO International is a global agri-business with a clear vision, strong values and a positive culture, focused on being a leader in the global grains, oilseeds and sugar supply chains. We provide the food the world needs in a responsible way. Headquartered is Geneva, Switzerland, we are ambitious, with the right structures and culture to meet the world's increasing and changing needs. With 11,000+ people in 35 countries, our global portfolio includes assets across the Americas, Europe, Africa, Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. We trade with over 50 nations, while providing farmers unique direct access to the growing Chinese market.

We are currently looking for a dedicated, detail-oriented and experienced Master Data Management Specialist (MDM Specialist) to join our team in the Porto office.

Job Purpose

Management and maintenance of the organization’s Master Data in the MDM system(s). This includes perform Master Data Management and Data Governance activities to ensure Master Data quality, consistency across systems and compliance with the organization’s policies.

Responsibilities

• Respond to MDM enquiries from Business Units (BU)
• Manage MDM Change Requests (e.g., Business Partners, G/L Accounts) with more complexity following predefined MDM processes and policies
• Ensure consistency and accuracy of Master Data across systems
• Support End-users with MDM Change Requests and Incidents submission
• Perform basic Master Data Quality checks
• Support business, IT projects or/and MDM teams with Master Data Quality activities
• Support MDM Team, Business Units (BU) and Process Experts (PE) to resolve Master Data issues
• Support with MDM policies, procedures and standards definition
• Support with the creation and maintenance of MDM educational material

Key Result Areas (Key Performance Indicators)

• Master data maintenance SLA is consistently achieved
• The agreed level of support for any parallel projects is consistently achieved
• Defined yearly objectives achieved

Education and Qualifications:

• Bachelor / Master degree with ability to understand both IT and Business concepts and tools

Experience:

• 2 to 3 years experience in MDM operations

Skills:

• Knowledge of Master Data Management, Data Quality and Data Governance processes and concepts.
• Ability to analyze and solve MDM basic issues with more autonomy.
• Organizational skills (ability to efficiently prioritize, handle multiple tasks and deadlines).
• Teams spirit and communication
• Experience in working in an international environment
• Very good interpersonal skills, with outstanding customer service and “can do” mentality
• Strong analytical capacity and attention to detail

Tools

• Intermediate use of Microsoft Office Suit
• Intermediate use of SAP systems (e.g., MDG, ERP)
• Intermediate use of Microsoft SharePoint

Languages

• English (Essential)
• Portuguese (Plus)
• Spanish (Plus)

COFCO International is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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