Our client is seeking a

Master Data Manager

to join their team, based in Centurion.
Successful candidate will be responsible for optimizing and managing product and supplier master data in compliance with standard operating procedures, data governance rules, anti-corruption and finance control requirements.
Minimum Requirements:-
Bachelors Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Engineering, Business, Commerce, Information Technology, or a related field (NQF 7)
Post-graduate qualifications (NQF 8) and certifications in Operations Management, Analytics, Business Process Management, Lean / Six Sigma are advantageous
Minimum of 3 years of experience in managing procurement master data and a team
Experience with data management and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, SAGE, COUPA) is required
Duties to include:-
Align product and supplier data management practices with organizational strategies, including cost optimization, supply chain resilience, and sustainability initiatives
Support the supply chain and procurement teams in managing supplier relationships by providing accurate and timely supplier data, assisting with supplier performance management, and facilitating contract enablement
Conduct regular audits and validations to ensure the accuracy and consistency of supplier data
Work with cross-functional teams, external service providers, and IT systems to resolve master data issues and gather accurate supplier information
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance data quality and efficiency
Identify and mitigate risks related to supplier data inaccuracies, compliance breaches, and data governance issues
Ensure that supplier data management practices comply with relevant regulations, including anti-corruption, anti-money laundering, and finance controls
Develop and maintain documentation for supplier data management processes and standards
Provide training and support to team members and other departments on supplier data management best practices
Generate and analyse reports on supplier data quality, performance, and compliance