MDM Analyst

Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. 

Smiths Detection is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security.

Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security.  

This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day.

Duties:

• Execute daily master data creation, changes, and extensions in accordance with defined SOPs, SLAs, and governance standards.

• Perform detailed master data validation and quality checks to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency across all assigned data objects.

• Identify data discrepancies, duplicates, missing attributes, and inconsistencies, and take corrective actions or escalate as required.

• Support data cleansing, remediation, and standardization initiatives to improve overall data quality.

• Ensure all supporting documents, approvals, and business justifications meet compliance and governance requirements prior to processing.

• Maintain audit-ready documentation, validation evidence, approval records, and operational trackers.

• Support internal and external audits by providing accurate data, validation evidence, and process clarifications.

• Maintain and update reports and trackers related to data quality, KPIs, SLA adherence, and operational performance.

• Collaborate with MDM team members and business stakeholders to resolve data-related queries and issues within agreed timelines.

• Support system upgrades, data migrations, mass uploads, and transformation initiatives by assisting with data preparation, validation, and post-load checks.

• Handle sensitive and confidential business data in accordance with information security, data privacy, and company policies.

Qualification:

Diploma / Any Degree / Post-Graduation

Skills and Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in one or more SAP Master Data modules (Vendor, Customer, Finance, Material).
• Self-starter with strong time management skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• High attention to detail with a strong focus on data accuracy, consistency, and quality.
• Effective communication skills across all organizational levels with strong collaboration abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; knowledge of a local language is an added advantage.
• Demonstrated ability and motivation to consistently achieve operational targets and meet deadlines.
• Strong collaboration and influencing skills with a global mindset and cultural awareness.
• Proven experience working in matrix organizations and in virtual, cross-functional teams.
• Ability to make effective and timely operational decisions by analysing data and business requirements.
• Good understanding of the organization’s commercial environment and awareness of how master data impacts financial and operational processes.
• Willingness and ability to support change, continuous improvement, and process enhancement initiatives.
• Ability to work effectively in an international and multi-cultural environment.

Professional competencies

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to probe data, identify root causes, and translate findings into actionable insights.

• Process-oriented mindset with strong adherence to governance, controls, and documentation standards.

• High level of ownership, accountability, and responsibility for assigned data objects and outcomes.

• Ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional and cross-cultural environments.

• Quality-driven approach with a focus on accuracy, consistency, and compliance

Job Purpose:

A strategic pillar of Smiths Detection's Acceleration Program involves a significant investment in enhancing Vendor and Customer Master Data quality. To lead this important initiative within the MDM team, we are seeking a highly skilled Vendor and Customer Master Data Strategist with a strong focus on Data Quality Management. This expert will collaborate closely with teams across Procurement, Sales, Finance, and Controls to thoroughly assess current data challenges – such as duplicates, inconsistencies, and data incompleteness – and develop a comprehensive roadmap of solutions. The role requires deep expertise in ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of Vendor and Customer Master data to drive key business outcomes. This position is initially temporary, with the potential for an extension or permanent placement based on evolving business needs.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

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