Master Data Analyst

MASTER DATA ANALYST Full Time · Location: Buffalo, NY, US New Era Cap, LLC. is an international lifestyle brand headquartered in Buffalo, NY with an authentic sports heritage that dates back over 100 years. Best known for being the official on-field cap for MLB, official sideline cap for NFL, and official on-court cap for NBA, New Era Cap is the brand of choice not only for its headwear collection, but also for its accessories and apparel lines for men, women and youth. The brand is worn as a symbol of self-expression by athletes, artists and some of the most interesting people around the globe. New Era Cap encourages people to truly express their personal style and individuality through its products. Since 1920, this family-owned business has hired employees who are masters of their craft. We are innovators, architects of culture, experts, and forward thinkers. We demand excellence because we pride ourselves on the quality of our products and the authenticity of our brand.  Interested in working with us? Check out this exciting opportunity at New Era Cap’s Headquarters (HQ) building located in downtown Buffalo, NY. This role is 100% on-site, encouraging employees to collaborate and connect in person five days a week. HQ offers an inviting atmosphere, complete with an on-site café, fitness center, and Flagship store. Apply to join New Era's team!  The Master Data Analyst is responsible for maintaining all material (article) master data within the SAP/ERP environment. This role partners closely with cross‑functional teams including Product Development, Design, Sales, Purchasing, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to ensure that finished goods along with their associated bills of materials (BOMs), components and routings, are accurately defined and maintained in the system, allowing downstream processes to occur effectively throughout the organization. The analyst is also expected to adhere to established standard operating procedures (SOPs) while proactively identifying opportunities to improve data quality, process efficiency, and overall operational effectiveness. Responsibilities • Monitor and respond to master data requests and inquiries in accordance with established SLAs • Review material master data requests submitted by various departments to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to data creation in the system • Create and maintain material master data in the ERP system accurately and in a timely manner • Establish and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) as systems and processes evolve • Maintain prompt and open communication with stakeholders to ensure clarity, alignment, and timely issue resolution • Create and maintain process documentation to support training, process consistency and user self-service • Participate and collaborate with cross-functional teams within and outside of IT to support strategic project initiatives as needed, including but not limited to requirements gathering, solution design, testing, and production support • Proactively identify opportunities to improve processes and data quality, and communicate recommendations to team leads and relevant stakeholders • Remain flexible and perform other duties as assigned • Keep all sensitive matters confidential  • Other duties as assigned  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities  • Ability to deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment  • Open to changes. Adaptable and quick to learn new concepts, tools, and technologies • Highly self‑motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision • Collaborative, positive, and proactive team player with a strong sense of urgency  • Demonstrates reliability, professionalism, and a strong work ethic Education and Experience • Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred; additional experience will be considered in lieu of degree  • One (1) to Three (3) years of experience working with an ERP system, preferably SAP Travel Requirement • The location for this position is 100% on-site in Buffalo, NY • 0% to 5%; domestic and/or global. The salary range for this posted position is $55,000 - $63,000 (plus bonus & benefits) and pertains to candidates located in Western New York. Actual compensation will fall within this range and is determined by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, education, essential job duties and requirements, and necessary experience. Our casual work environment celebrates individuality and encourages employees to showcase their personal style. We pride ourselves on offering competitive compensation, a generous PTO policy, along with world-class benefits designed to promote health, financial stability, and personal growth. As an employee, you'll enjoy a range of perks, including paid parking, exclusive discounts on apparel and headwear, and professional development opportunities right here on-site. We can't wait for you to experience all that our dynamic workplace has to offer! #LI-Onsite #LIOnsite #LI Onsite