Material Master Non-SAP Systems Analyst

The position is part of the Material Master Data team working collaboratively with the board mills, Non-SAP plants, operations, and sales and operational support teams to create and govern materials created outside of SAP.

Primary Responsibilities are, but not limited to the following:

• Drive cross functional improvement, data migration and cross system alignment projects for Non-SAP converting materials data management
• Partner with other departments on projects involving material master creation and data governance
• Work collaboratively with Sales and Operational Support, GPI manufacturing, and Material Master on internal and external specifications and material creation
• Lead M&A and system conversion master data integration projects
• “Gate Keeper” in maintaining consistency, uniformity & accuracy of material master data elements
• Develop an understanding of material master data impact to business processes by working with cross functional teams, global MDM team members, and stakeholders
• Influence the material master process for Non-SAP facilities without direct ownership of the material master process in Non-SAP facilities
• Develop a thorough understanding of master data processes in both SAP and Non-SAP systems
• Develop a thorough understanding of data lineage and touch points across Non-SAP, SAP, data lakes, and reporting systems – identify synergies, harmonization in data capture to streamline processes
• Create and maintain work instructions and/or technical data on all facets of master data mapping and/or SAP go-live
• Identify and document functional requirements for projects that would reduce cycle time or increase accuracy via automation
• Demonstrate safety first mindset and practices
• Other master data projects as assigned

Ideally the individual that would be a strong fit for this position would have some of the following knowledge/skills/abilities;

• Advanced knowledge of paperboard substrates, carton design, material master data management
• Prior demonstrated experience working with board production and/or folding carton machine operations
• Advanced knowledge of ERP Systems
  • High Level knowledge of SAP material master data proficiency in T-box, Radius, Panther, or other GPI Non-SAP ERP’s etc. preferred
• Knowledge of SAP Info Steward and other master data technologies a plus
• LEAN / Six Sigma education and experience preferred
• Solid Computer Skills – ie. Advanced excel skills, experience with Share Point – must be able to efficiently work with large data sets from multiple sources to address data quality issues
• Exceptional attention to detail

An individual in this position must demonstrate the following skills:

• Action Oriented
• Time Management
• Problem Solving
• Dealing with Ambiguity
• Sizing up People
• Approachability
• Strategic Agility
• Conflict Management
• Influence without direct authority

Job Requirements:

• 5 years master data, packaging industry experience, or related field
• Self-directed motivation to continuously improve master data to support key strategic business initiatives
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills across multiple levels of team members
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience
• Very high level of focus and attention to Safety, Quality, and Productivity expectations and requirements
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments, meet short deadlines to meet long range goals
• Proven skills in collaboration and partnering across functions and levels
• Ability to work independently while supporting team goals and objectives
• Demonstrated technical and analytical skills
• Highly detail-oriented
• Ability to apply initiative and exercise good judgment when making timely decisions based on data, facts, and experience

Required Experience

At Graphic Packaging International (NYSE: GPK), we produce the box you may have poured your child's cereal from this morning, the microwaveable tray that heated your lunch, the paper cup that held your coffee throughout the day, and the carrier of those bottles of craft beer you may enjoy tonight! We're one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world's most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet care products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are a team of collaborative, innovative, passionate individuals who are committed to providing consumer packaging that makes a world of difference.

With almost 18,000 employees working in more than 70 locations in North and South America, Europe and the Pacific Rim, we strive to be an environmentally responsible leader in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry's best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we'd love to hear from you. Learn more about us at www.graphicpkg.com.

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