(Senior) Material/Production Master Data Management Associate (m/w/d)

Field of Work:Data Management
Location:Berlin
Legal Entity:KWS Berlin GmbH
Contract Type: Regular
Is Full Time: Yes
Job ID: 16726

We are looking for a proactive and detailed-oriented candidate as a Material/Production Master Data Management Associate (m/f/d) for KWS Berlin GmbH. In this role you will play a vital part in the efficient management of material/production data records provide support in project management and process improvement. Theposition will focus specifically on managing and governing product-related data ensuring smooth operations supporting KWS Business Units globally.

This job isfull-time(38h/week) hybrid(40% home-office)andlimited to 2 yearswith possibility for extension.

Your Tasks:

• Act as the primary resource for operational technical and knowledge-based inquiries within the MDM team.
• Share your expertise by providing support guidance and training to colleagues in daytoday activities and take ownership of complex master data maintenance in SAP across various business areas.
• Conduct analyses to identify root causes of issues and proactively develop effective solutions. Identify opportunities for improvement standardization and digitalization within operations and take the lead in initiating process changes.
• Ensure continuous improvement and maintain high-quality results in all assigned projects and responsibilities.
• Drive efficiency improvements and lead digital transformation initiatives with proactive strategies and decisive actions.
• Act as a role model in delivering outstanding customer service and foster a collaborative environment that encourages the exchange of ideas and knowledge including facilitating knowledge transfer sessions within the team.
• Contribute as a deputy process owner to the development of robust process documentation policies and standard operating procedures in alignment with relevant stakeholders. Facilitate training documentation and enduser training.
• Ensure adherence to standards and governance to maintain data compliance with defined policies and quality requirements and support the development and implementation of internal controls
• Foster cross-functional cooperation and an efficient information flow between different stakeholders.

Your Profile:

• Academic degree in Engineering Business Management Finance Supply Chain or any other related field;
• Solid experience in Material Master Data Management (MMDM) and/or Product Master Data Management (PMDM) or Product Lifecycle Management Systems;
• Advanced knowledge ofSAP S/4HANA Master Data processes and related modules;
• Relevant experience related to Material and Production Master Data (Including BOMs Work Centers Routings and Production Versions) especially in the agricultural industry;
• Understanding of common regulatory and compliance requirements;
• Experience with project management process excellence and the application of process mapping or Business Process Management (BPM) techniques is an advantage;
• Proficiency in MS Office products including expert use of MS Excel. PowerApps and Power BI knowledge are an advantage;
• Autonomy multi-tasking detail-oriented profile;Process driven with solution- and service-focus;
• Team player with strong interpersonal communication and organization skills;
• Innovative and sustainable mindset;
• English fluent is mandatory any other language is a plus.

Your benefits:

• We are an international team of open-minded people with diverse and cross-functional experience;
• Interesting and challenging tasks and projects;
• As a family business we are guided by the values of closeness reliability vision and independence; this culture is lived in practice and ensures an open and friendly working atmosphere from day one;
• The best of both worlds: KWS Berlin combines the security of a large stable company with the passion of a start-up;
• Our location in the heart of Berlin-Schöneberg is very modern; directly opposite the underground station Bülowstraße and with secured car & bicycle parking spaces;
• We offer 30d holidays flexible working hours holiday and Christmas bonuses company pension scheme JobRad and/or Jobticket;
• True to our motto Make yourself grow we support the professional and personal development of our employees.

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About KWS

KWS is one of the worlds leading plant breeding companies and employs around 5000 employees in more than 70 countries. With the tradition of family ownership KWS has operated independently for more than 170 years. It focuses on plant breeding and the production and sale of seeds for sugarbeet corn cereals vegetables oilseed rape and sunflowers. KWS uses leading-edge plant breeding methods and invests a significant amount in research and development.

At KWS diversity is not just a value; it is an essential part of our success. Breeding resilient crops requires diversity; likewise our strength comes from the diversity of our teams. Whatever your background or identity is we invite you to join us.

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