Analyst,Global Data Management

Job Purpose :

Global Data Management as a function has the objective to achieve one version of data in core business systems and applications, enabling correct transactional processes and analytics, resulting in use of the information as the asset valued for the Company.Data in the scope of the function include reference data, master data, content, analytic data, social data, big data, their definitions, governance processes, metrics, lifecycle and technology.Scope of the data management depends on the current Company’s strategy and what is assessed and considered as a key priority to achieve the desired business outcome.

Purpose & Accountabilities :

The Global Data Management (GDM) Analyst position supports business functions by providing master data expertise and managing the master data governance and maintenance processes. Providing support and liaise with the business and the Global GDM Team with related projects and issue resolution of queries.Identify and implement improvements resulting in increased operational and business efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Validate and ensure that all master data is accurate, complete and fully approved during the life cycle, in accordance to external and internal standards. Release/Reject requests and provide feedback on decision

  
  

• Monitor data processes to ensure compliance with process cycle times and related performance measures and KPIs,

  
  

• Monitors performance indicators/metrics for data within their span of responsibility and regularly reports status to supervisor 

  
  

• Analyze data in the systems to support business functions when requested

  
  

• Support in issues resolution

  
  

• Prepares and generates data quality reports and analysis

  
  

• Plans and executes data cleansing initiatives

  
  

• Participates in related projects

  
  

• Ensures internal control and SOX rules are followed along GDM governance process

  
  

• Develops and maintains Data Management related documentation (procedures, policies, end-user manuals, training materials, etc),

  
  

• Identifies improvement to Data Management governance process, tools or systems and works on their implementation when approved,

  
  

• Participates in audits, cooperates with internal and external auditors providing them required information,

  
  

• Analyzes data in the systems as a part of gap-fit analysis and/or Data Management standardization projects, identifies use of the certain data elements, attributes fields, proposes standardized values and works on their implementation.

  
  

Key Relationships:

• End-users of GDM solutions from subsidiaries within the functional scope of responsibility

  
  

• Business functions representatives from all levels of organization being involved directly in GDM governance processes or being impacted by GDM

  
  

• Global GDM Domain Leaders and other regional GDM team members

  
  

• Other CBS Centers

  
  

• Project Teams

  
  

• Global IT Organization

  
  

• Other stakeholders required to solve master data issue or master data related conflict

  
  

Experience and Education:

• Bachelor degree minimum

  
  

• Experience with Master Data Tool / Technology

  
  

• Working knowledge of Machine Learning/Automation tools

  
  

• SAP or other ERP tool knowledge

  
  

• 2 plus years of work experience

  
  

• Proficient in Reporting and/or Budgeting

  
  

Good to Have:

• Working knowledge of programming languages SQL/Python, Google App scripts.

  
  

• Experience with third-party data i.e., syndicated market data, Point of Sales, etc.

  
  

• Working knowledge of consumer packaged goods industry

  
  

• Understanding of Colgate’s processes, and tools supporting analytics (for internal candidates)

  
  

• Willingness and ability to experiment with new tools and techniques

  
  

• Good facilitation and project management skills

  
  

• Ability to maintain personal composure and tactfully handle difficult situations.