MASTER DATA BUSINESS ANALYST

Trident Seafoods is the largest vertically integrated seafood harvesting and processing company in North America. Trident is a privately held, 100 percent USA-owned company with primary seafood processing operations and fleet support in twelve Alaska communities. Trident's global operations produce finished wild Alaska seafood products in 6 countries and its sales teams serve customers in over 50 countries. Trident employs approximately 9,000 people worldwide each year and partners with over 5,400 independent fishermen and crewmembers. Species harvested and processed by Trident include virtually every commercial species of salmon, whitefish, and crab harvested in the North Pacific and Alaska. The global supply chain also includes cultured and wild species from a network of trusted sources worldwide.

Summary:Trident Seafoods is seeking a Master Data Business Analyst to join the Trident team to work on an exciting strategic initiative. This is a critical global transformation to improve supply chain efficiency, deliver world-class sales performance, and provide the fuel to rebuild its infrastructure, including its vessels and Alaska factories. The company has selected SAP S/4HANA as its future ERP system, transitioning from a legacy JD Edwards platform in the US and Japan, and an older SAP instance in Europe. This will be an IT/Business support role for the new S/4 HANA ERP system.This position reports to the Global Master Data Leader and is to work closely under the Master Data Leaders' process guidelines.

Essential functions (responsibilities, tasks, supervisory needs)

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Execute master data creation and maintenance in accordance with established standard operating procedures, templates/mapping documents, service level objectives, and Trident seafoods project plans.
• Complete/process SAP data loads utilizing data workflow tools, load templates and corresponding programs, mass change transactions, and/or direct entry depending on the situation.
• Conduct some evening/weekend work to minimize impact to the business.
• Enforce gatekeeper processes requiring appropriate data and approvals to ensure SOX compliance.
• Uphold SAP master data standards by validating/normalizing/cleansing data to ensure adherence to technical and business rules, naming conventions, abbreviations, etc.
• Run error reports and/or pulls data to identify inconsistencies and data load corrections.
• Perform periodic data audits.
• Function as a master data knowledge resource by helping the business understand master data and the data workflow tools used to request adds/changes (level 1 support).
• Document data issues engaging Manager to work with the business and technical teams as needed to reach resolution.
• Provide business and third parties such as customers, warehouses, and consultants with ad hoc reporting as directed.
• Work with a Master Data team Sr. Analyst and/or Lead and to understand rules and data setup for new requirements due to system enhancements, process improvements, and/or business rule changes. Process changes on Master Data Lead's approval for changes
• Provide support for testing and implementation.
• Maintain logs/shared files to document master data activity for projects, status reports, and internal audit and compliance processes.
• Create/maintain standard operating procedures, improve user request forms, and maintain documentation to promote data consistency
• Build programs and/or provide technical build insights for data load utilities in alignment with data requirements for the business
• Provide cross-training/sharing knowledge with teammates to build skills across the master data team members
• Consistent in supporting the business with conducting training as needed for the business on SAP fields of master data under the guidance of Master Data Lead's inputs

This is a an exempt position with an annualized salaryrange of $100,000 to $125,000.

Trident Seafoods offers a comprehensive and quality benefits package. Full time employees may be eligible for discretionary/performance-based incentives, medical, dental and vision insurance plans, optional HRA/HSA, telemedicine, employee assistance and wellness programs, long-term disability, basic life and AD&D, and 401(k) with a company match, paid time off, 10 paid holidays each year, and paid parental leave. For full-time employees, the initial paid time off benefit starts at 20 days per year, adjusted commensurate with relevant experience. Commuter and transit programs are also available.

Required Qualifications (education, years of experience, Knowledge/Skills/Abilities)

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, business administration, management information systems, mathematics, or engineering or equivalent work experience.
• 2+ years of Master Data support, reflecting increasing levels of responsibility.
• Minimum 2 years of experience using SAP or ERP system, with focus on Master Data governance or support.
• Proficient in SAP MM/PM/WM/SD/FICO with hands-on current experience
• Strong Material Master, BOMs and Supplier Master Data knowledge and its usage across the supply Chain organizational
• Direct hand-on experience in maintaining master data across in SAP S/4 HANA and in Fiori in a large enterprise in alignment with enterprise master data process
• Advanced user of Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver quality customer service and experience working in a food and manufacturing setting
• Strong analytical and organization skills with ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Articulate communicator
• Quick learner, flexible and a motivated team player is a must
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Highest level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills, and a strong work ethic.
• Proven success working in a team environment.
• Adaptability and flexibility in a fast-changing environment in compliance with MD established processes
• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business management, or operations management preferred
• Experience with Lean, Agile, and Six Sigma tools is a plus
• SAP Variant Configuration experience a plus
• Experience in implementation of a data governance process and use of data governance tool(s) is a plus
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly with all levels across the business.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Highest level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills, and a strong work ethic.
• Proven success working in a team environment.
• Adaptability and flexibility in a fast-changing environment.
• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Team player with good work ethic
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of IBP application is a plus

Work Environment

This is an on-site position based at the Trident Support Center office in Seattle's Ballard neighborhood, with the option to work remotely on Fridays.

In-office time takes place in a typical office environment: temperature controlled with adequate lighting and moderate noise. While remote, employees must provide appropriate home office space.

Physical/Mental demands:

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time at a desk. Frequently required to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee will occasionally stand, walk, and may lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include near vision for frequent use of a computer.

Work Authorization

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.