Specialist- Master Data

Are you willing to take a significant role in IT/SAP projects and meet colleagues from different Dairies spread around the world? If so, perhaps we can join forces? We are expanding the Master Data Team at Arla.

About the job

You will join the expanding Master Data Transformation team that currently consists of 6 internal and 2 external Master Data Specialists, each of them being a subject matter expert in (at least) one of following domains: Materials, Vendors, Customers Master Data and Data Migration.

Now, we are looking for two new internal team members to join our team. The new colleagues will focus mainly on SAP Plant maintenance (spareparts) and Business Partner object (Vendors&Customers) areas. You will help supporting Master Data Governance and participate as Master Data Specialist in different projects including rollout of SAP in more of Arlas markets.

We work mainly in Kanban methodology, however some of initiatives are also waterfall-driven.

Specifically, you will:

• Drive Master Data stream in different phases of new and ongoing projects (SAP, PowerApps, Governance)
• Be responsible end-2-end for Master Data objects in terms of data analysis, data transformation, data migration and business change management during SAP implementation
• Focus on process improvement in area of master data creation and changes by being a consultant for our key stakeholders (Governance managers, Customer Service, other Agile teams, Master Data Operations)
• Facilitate workshops to create understanding of the changes in the projects.
• Set the direction for Data Quality and follow up on initiatives improving KPIs
• Support other ad hoc change initiatives

Who are you?

Because of the challenges in implementing and communicating business changes, you will make good use of your strong communication and relationship building skills. At the same time, you will need to be skilled in influencing, communicating and working effectively with all levels across the Arla organization. You possess the empathy to handle and understand human elements in transformational change efforts.

Furthermore, you:

• Have at least 3 years’ experience in one of the following areas: Master Data, SAP, Data Analysis.
• Are experienced with the SAP system.
• Preferably experience using SAP tools as Cockpit Migration tool, LSMW, SAP Fiori, scripts
• Excel full proficiency at advanced level
• PowerPoint full proficiency
• Have an interest for building up deep business processes knowledge specifically in SparepartO2C/ Commercial area
• Are working structured and analytic.
• Have a basic understanding of Kanban and other project methodologies
• Are able to present processes in a clear way
• Have ability to draw conclusions, escalate issues and formulate recommendations
• Speak and write English effortlessly

What do we offer?

• International operating environment
• Medical care & life insurance
• Additional benefits like gym card, vouchers, travel points or cinema tickets, etc.
• Scandinavian working style & no dress code
• Trainings with experts & professional induction in a new position
• Development programs (function additions, coordinator program)
• Financial support for your education
• Relocation package
• Referral program for employees
• Employee Assistance Program (legal, psychological, health, financial consulting, etc. )
• Support for your healthy lifestyle (fruit day, facility for sportsmen, sport challenges and activities, Arla active teams / sport groups)
• Flexible working time (start your day of work between 7-9) and home office work possibility
• Additional holiday depending on length of employment (up to 4 days)

… while in the office you can also use some of below:

• Modern office space with a beautiful view and high standard furniture (i.e. adjustable desks)
• Spacious canteen, delicious coffee, and tea available on every floor in special designed spots
• Chill-out rooms with X-box, pool table, board games, football table and swing

Application and contact

If you want to drive innovation and help shape the industry, then seize this exciting opportunity. Please apply as soon as possible, as we will evaluate applications on a continuous basis.

For additional information, please call Team Lead & Manager Jens Normann Larsen on +45 91 31 18 86.

Read more about Arla Global Shared Services

Global Shared Services consists of multiple functions that are all placed in the Neptun building in Gdansk – with colorful offices and a beautiful sea view.

As of now, we have an IT Operations and an IT Solutions division dedicated to SAP as well as a variety of app development and implementation projects. Our procurement and finance functions support a wide array of processes such as purchasing, distribution and sales globally.

We also have a dedicated HR operations division to ensure we attract, develop and retain the very best of talent around the world.

Together, we are all dedicated to one collective mission: ensuring an optimal global supply of fresh Arla products – every single day.

We have a purpose for Good

At Arla, we strive to unlock the highest potential in each other while working together to create a

sustainable future of dairy. We call it Stronger People Stronger Planet and it is deeply anchored in our organization and founded on our commitment to respecting human rights, increasing access to healthy dairy nutrition, inspiring good food habits, and improving the environment for future generations. In order to succeed we need to hire people with a sustainable mindset. Could this be you?