SAP Master Data Analyst

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Ensure that all HPSI safety procedures, rules and regulations are followed and met.


• Create, update, and maintain master data records in SAP for materials, vendors, customers, bill of materials (BOMs), routings, and other relevant objects.


• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and completeness according to company policies and procedures.


• Support data cleansing, migration, and validation activities during SAP projects, upgrades, or implementations (e.g., ECC to S/4HANA).


• Collaborate with business units (e.g., procurement, manufacturing, finance, sales) to understand and document master data requirements.


• Troubleshoot master data issues and provide timely resolutions in coordination with functional SAP teams.


• Participate in data governance initiatives and ensure adherence to standard operating procedures.


• Monitor and report on data quality metrics and perform root cause analysis for recurring data issues.


• Assist with development and maintenance of master data workflows and automated processes.


• Train business users on data entry best practices and SAP data standards.


• Support audits and compliance activities by providing master data documentation and reports.


• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

COMPETENCIES:

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to handle large data volumes and maintain attention to detail.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across functional teams.


• Adaptability and problem-solving skills.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field.


• 2–5 years of experience in SAP master data management , preferably in a manufacturing, logistics, or enterprise environment.


• Solid understanding of SAP ECC and/or S/4HANA master data objects (e.g., MM, SD, PP, FI modules).


• Experience with tools such as SAP MDG (Master Data Governance) , Winshuttle , Excel , and data validation scripts is a plus.


• Experience in SAP S/4HANA environment.


• Knowledge of data migration tools (e.g., LSMW, LTMC, BODS).


• Exposure to data governance frameworks and master data policies.


• Familiarity with shipbuilding, manufacturing, finance, or supply chain processes.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. A range of motion sufficient to perform general lifting, carrying, bending, stooping, climbing, working at heights, extended walking or standing, etc. is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Duties performed in an office area environment within a manufacturing facility. Responsibilities will require routine fieldwork in the shipyard’s fabrication shops, dry docks, and on-board vessels as part of the above activities. These heavy industrial settings may include; noise, heat, cold, vibration, dust, fume, and smoke, and may involve exposure to inclement weather conditions.

*Hanwha Philly Shipyard is a TOBACCO-FREE facility.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

This is an on-site, full-time, safety-sensitive position. Standard days and hours of work vary by department, days and hours determined by department schedules.

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time or without notice.

Hanwha Philly Shipyard is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants. The recruitment, selection, employment, and training of employees during employment, shall be without discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, or age-except that the applicant must meet the minimum age requirement. Hanwha Philly Shipyard does not, and will not, discriminate because of the disability of such individuals.