Master Data Specialist

**ARCHMILL HOUSE** is a leading custom manufacturer of high-end architectural millwork and premium store fixtures serving commercial, institutional and retail markets. Archmill has worked tirelessly to build a reputation as the most respected and trusted millwork company in Canada, possessing the experience and resources to meet any challenge. Our primary focus is on market segments where quality custom architectural millwork matters.

***MISSION**: Our commitment is to provide quality architectural products on time & on a budget to the environments of our clients, where our personnel are challenged & inspired to reach their full potential & make a difference.

**VISION**: To be #1 in architectural interiors for multi-location enterprises.

**VALUES: COMMITMENT | INTEGRITY | AGILITY | COLLABORATION**

**Job Summary**
The Item Master Data Specialist will strengthen the company by ensuring all item data is maintained accurately and efficiently among all systems, understanding the impacts of the Master Data and providing guidance to other Archmill departments regarding Master Data and best practices. You will be responsible for configuring and maintaining all item SKUs and item master data within the Seradex manufacturing ERP platform. Collaborating with Archmill teammates, you will ensure items are structured accurately and that material and costing information can be generated effectively. Your attention to detail and expertise in ERP systems will contribute to the seamless operation of manufacturing processes.

**Duties and Responsibilities**
- Configure and maintain the item master data in the manufacturing ERP system
- Collaborate with stakeholders, including finance, program managers, engineering, and supply chain teams, to define item attributes, such as part numbers, descriptions, units of measure, and categorization
- Maintenance of vendor information for purchased SKUs
- Ownership of Configurators in Seradex
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of item data by conducting regular audits and validations
- Maintain pricing lists for Seradex
- Lead or support data improvement projects
- Assist in developing systems for maintaining and actioning requests around Master Data
- Liaise with Archmill teams to ensure the correct setup of Master Data for the successful launch of new programs or projects
- Collaborate with engineering and production teams to define and maintain accurate BOMs within the ERP system.
- Structure BOMs to include the necessary components, sub-assemblies, and associated routing information.
- Update BOMs as needed due to engineering changes, new product introductions, or process improvements.
- Provide awareness and training to other departments on Master Data structures
- Create documentation surrounding Master Data processes as needed
- Support special projects as needed
- Work with IT teams and ERP system administrators to identify, test and implement system enhancements, automation, and process improvements related to item configuration.
- Assist in migrating or transferring data to new systems as needed

**Qualifications and Experience**
- Post secondary degree in Accounting, Engineering, Finance, Business Information Systems, Supply Chain, Data Management or other related field or equivalent experience.
- Two to five (2-5) years experience working in a Finance, Supply Chain, Engineering or Inventory role in a manufacturing environment
- Proficiency in ERP (enterprise resource planning) systems
- Proven experience in ERP item configuration in manufacturing, food processing or similar industries where multiple material and operational inputs and scheduling is required.
- Critical thinker with the ability to think outside the box, understand the big picture and develop tactical and strategic solutions
- Familiarity with item master data management, bill of materials (BOM) structuring, and costing methodologies.
- Comfortable liaising with all departments in the business for successful outcomes
- Ability to multi-task and juggle priorities on time and accurately
- Team player willing to take ownership of projects as involved
- Energetic and motivated, with an enquiring mind and passion for excellence and innovation in pursuit of business growth and success
- Continuous improvement mindset to identify and implement process enhancements.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Detail-orientation with a logical, methodical approach to problem solving

**CHARACTERISTICS TO SUCCEED**:
At Archmill, we are seeking Ideal Team Players who are Humble, Hungry and Smart (as referenced by Patrick Lencioni in his book, The Ideal Team Player).
- Humble - Who shares the credit and success with team members
- Hungry - Who is always looking for more responsibilities and learnings
- Smart - Who is emotionally intelligent and has good judgement

Relationship building is key internally to maximize your effectiveness. This individual