What are the responsibilities and job description for the Master Data Coordinator position at Central Garden & Pet?
The Master Data Coordinator will handle highly confidential data and work closely with cross-functional department teams such as: Sales, Marketing, E-Comm, Finance, Customer Service & Purchasing, involving item set-up, selling price, purchase price, customer set-up, and vendor set-up. This position will be responsible for the master data accuracy for 4 business units: TFH/Nylabone, Four Paws, IMS Trading LLC & TDBBS.
This position is based out of our Neptune City, NJ, facility 5x a week.
Measures of Success:
This position is based out of our Neptune City, NJ, facility 5x a week.
Measures of Success:
- Set up, implement, and maintain the master data records for various entities to remain accurate within the Business Central ERP system.
- Input new item, customer, and vendor attributes in MDM Bridge application. Ensure accuracy before input as data feeds into the EDW, Logility, BOB-J, etc.
- Responsible for the creation and verification of all master data file uploads and manual entries.
- Collaborate with Sales, Marketing & Customer Service teams on item transitions, ISOs, and new product launches to ensure pricing is available prior to po placement.
- Partner with Customer Service management and EDI manager with sales price discrepancies on customer purchase orders compared to systems approved price.
- Completion of customer by brand and pricing reports analysis and projects as required.
- Work effectively under daily/monthly deadlines and high-profile deliverables with minimal supervision.
- Work with the Purchasing, Procurement & R&D departments on all Purchase prices by vendor & item in the purchase price table.
- Responsible for entry into the ERP system of purchase order cost change forms provided by the purchasing department.
- BOM’s review.
- Support all SOX-related activities both internal and external. This includes providing all requested documentation for an audit in a timely manner.
Ideal Candidate Attributes:
- Associate’s degree in finance, business, or related field.
- Proficient in MS Office including advanced-level Microsoft Excel skills required.
- Experience with complex financial modeling, strong mathematical and accounting skills.
- Strong analytical skills coupled with the ability to effectively articulate insights and recommend actions.
- Manufacturing experience.
- Experience in marketing and pricing for SaaS products, including performing and interpreting quantitative research of pricing strategies.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to dig into detail, manage complexity, and drive decision-making.
- Must have the ability to communicate effectively across the entire organization.
Benefits Package & Employee Programs:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
- Free Life and Disability Insurance.
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
- 401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution.
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Access to thousands of free online courses.
- Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
- Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications).
- Referral Program with cash bonus.
- Access to on-demand pay.
- Paid parental leave.
- A more complete list of benefits can be found here www.CentralBenefits.org.
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT), (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2024 net sales of $3.2 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the pet and garden industries. The Company’s innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro®, Aqueon®, Cadet®, C&S®, Farnam®, Ferry-Morse®, Four Paws®, Kaytee®, Nylabone®, and Pennington®, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities, and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central is based in Walnut Creek, California, with 6,450 employees primarily across North America. Visit www.central.com to learn more.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
