The Master Data Controller is the guardian of the Group’s ERP, and associated, system data. This includes data such as items (Finished Goods, WIP, Raw Materials and Packaging), pricing, suppliers, customers and associated data fields, all of which is fundamental to the efficient and effective operation of the business.
Key Responsibilities / Accountability of the Role:
This person, alongside other members of the master data team, will:
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be responsible for the creation and maintenance of all data associated with suppliers, customers, raw materials, packaging, WIP and finished goods, which includes supply chain, procurement, pricing, commercial, technical and manufacturing data
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be responsible for working alongside Procurement to ensure accurate pricing data is held within the system, such that Purchase Orders are auto created with correct Units of Measure and pricing data
- be responsible for working alongside Accounts Payable to review supplier data versus system data so as to improve the % of supplier invoices which are automatically processed by the system without manual intervention
- be responsible for working alongside Supply Chain to ensure the ERP system data is set up to order the right products at the right time from the right suppliers into the right site
- be responsible for working alongside Technical to ensure the ERP system data contains the right Quality data, such as Quality Groups/Questions and Allergens
- be responsible for working alongside the Commercial team to ensure the ERP system data is set up to invoice the right products at the right time to the right customer at the right price
- work closely with NPD to understand future SKU changes so these can be reflected within the ERP system in a timely manner
- design (in conjunction with other departments), write and implement new ERP system and data processes, as well as looking to improve and harmonise existing processes, both within, and external to, the ERP system
- help the business identify, investigate and resolve any data issues, as soon as they arise
- develop and rollout processes for the capture of any new data, as required
- be responsible for ensuring compliance with all Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) processes and controls and having the correct evidence to support this (including compilation of the weekly SOX reports)
- be responsible for providing audit evidence to both internal and external auditors with zero audit failures
- maintain barcode data within the external GS1 system
- maintain packaging data to deliver upon the EPR / PRN obligations
- input into ad hoc projects, as required
- Analyse and resolve any data inconsistencies identified which impact business process and reporting
The role is across the Hain Celestial UK Group covering all trading entities and IT systems.
What you will need for the Role:
- 2-3 years’ previous experience of working with complex ERP systems, ideally in a data role
- Experience of working in a manufacturing business
- Understanding of how a complex ERP system works, especially in relation to data
- Ability to design, write and implement new processes and procedures
- Ability to identify improvement and harmonisation opportunities within a business and deliver these
- Ability to interact positively and effectively with all stakeholders within a business
- Ability to work with, and analyse, large sets of data
- Great organisational skills and attention to detail
What can we offer you?
- Competitive salary / rate of pay
- 25 days annual leave, plus 8 Bank Holiday
- Option to purchase additional annual leave
- A day off work to support our charity partners
- Flexible working options
- Pension
- Medical benefit
- And access to a HUB that offers many discounts from a range of suppliers and retailers
About The Hain Celestial Group
Hain Celestial Group is a leading health and wellness company whose purpose is to inspire healthier living for people, communities and the planet through better-for-you brands. For more than 30 years, our portfolio of beloved brands has intentionally focused on delivering nutrition and well-being that positively impacts today and tomorrow. Headquartered in Hoboken, N.J., Hain Celestial’s products across snacks, baby/kids, beverages, meal preparation, and personal care, are marketed and sold in over 75 countries around the world. Our leading brands include Garden Veggie™ snacks, Terra® chips, Garden of Eatin’® snacks, Earth’s Best® and Ella’s Kitchen® baby and kids foods, Celestial Seasonings® teas, Joya® and Natumi® plant-based beverages, Greek Gods® yogurt, Cully & Sully®, Imagine® and New Covent Garden® soups, Yves® and Linda McCartney’s® (under license) meat-free, and Alba Botanica® natural sun care, among others.
Hain Celestial UK
In the UK, Hain is one of the UK's leading food companies. We create food and drink products with natural goodness at their core. We're the business behind a host of household brands - Hartley's jams and jellies, Sun-Pat peanut butters, New Covent Garden Soup Co., Linda McCartney's meat free food, and Yorkshire Provender to name a few. Nearly half of our business is private label - we create quality freshly prepared fruit and juices, desserts, soups, sweet spreads and meat free products for our retail partners.
Over our sites up and down the UK, we employ circa 1,200 people in roles within Production, Supply Chain, Product Development, Sales and Marketing, and through to our Finance, HR, IT and beyond. Each of our colleagues is vital to our continued success. That's why we target the best talent, and help to develop them through the ranks.
Our Values
Own It – I am empowered and accountable for improving Hain’s business results and impact
Win Together – I collaborate with others to grow, deliver and celebrate success.
Foster Inclusion – I create an environment where everyone feels welcome, respected and valued for their uniqueness.
Be Curious – I explore ideas & insights with a growth mindset.
Our Purpose
To inspire healthier living for people, communities & the planet through better-for-you brands
Our Mission
To build purpose-driven brands that make healthier living more attainable by empowering our people, engaging our partners, and living our lives.
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If Hain sounds like the company you'd like to contribute your energy and enthusiasm towards, and come on an exciting journey with us, then we can't wait to hear from you!