Master Data Associate at Berlin Packaging in Chicago, IL

Berlin Packaging is the nation's premier supplier of rigid packaging and packaging components. With over $3 billion in revenue, we are growing 5x faster than the overall packaging industry.

Don’t know what makes the rigid packaging industry special? Well, chances are you enjoy products supplied by Berlin Packaging every day!Imagine yourself walking into your favorite big-box store. Take a mental look around and think about every glass, plastic, or metal package you see. Berlin Packaging touches virtually every market: automotive, beverage, food, home care, industrial chemical, pet care and veterinary, personal health and beauty, wine and spirits, and now, cannabis too.

Next, combine that with an award-winning culture. Our 2,000+ employees are high-performing - and importantly, collaborative - entrepreneurs who blow through obstacles and embody an “Anything is Possible!” mindset. We love it here. Our engagement scores are 2x the national average. And every single employee shares in Berlin’s profitable growth.

Now you understand why since1898, our 100+ year-old company has grown 5x faster than our industry!

And we're not done yet.

In order to continue our record growth streak, we need people like YOU to join our team! Are you up for the opportunity of a lifetime? If so, we are seeking a Master Data Associate who will work on Berlin Packaging’s Master Data and Product Information team and is responsible for collecting and maintaining product/item specifications. Responsible for the accuracy of master data records contained in the PIM system, including the addition, deletion, and maintenance of master data records. The Associate will also serve as a resource to the Berlin Packaging user community in problem resolution as it relates to ERP and PIM master data information. The Master Data Associate facilitates the implementation and support of Berlin Packaging products to enhance the organization’s business functionality and overall performance, while maintaining a high degree of customer satisfaction.

Key Accountabilities

Support operational activities through direct data entry of product master data in the PIM system.
Work with Berlin Packaging user community to identify, verify and compile all related master data for all domains in scope. Data collection includes design concepts, technical drawings, samples and attributes required to properly differentiate products by supplier.
Process execution: Execute processes to ensure seamless consumption of data by business users.
Data conformance and hygiene: Create, maintain & standardize data according to established standards in the PIM system.
Verify data through market and end-use research to best categorize and classify items prior to data entry.
Adhere to all company controls and processes.
Ensure urgent requests are processed immediately and SLAs are met
Model the Berlin Values as defined in the employee portion of the T-Chart.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Required:

BA/BS in business or similar, or equivalent experience
0-1+ year experience working with data records preferred
Proficient in Microsoft office suite with excellent skills in Microsoft Excel
A proven track record of critical thinking & problem-solving skills with strong business acumen.
Strong collaboration and communication skills.
Comfort with technology and cloud-based systems, spreadsheets, and data manipulation.

Strong attention to detail.

Ability to build relationships with the business and suppliers.
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Hands-on change agent with a results-driven mindset.

Work Environment:

Corporate office environment

We recruit traits, not skills. We believe in hiring smart, passionate people who are thirsty for knowledge and enthusiastic to learn and develop their skills. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with the points outlined in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Berlin Packaging offers an outstanding compensation and benefits package including the 1Berlin Shared Ownership Plan, profit sharing, 401(k) with company match, medical insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, health club reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, 529 college savings plan, employee assistance, smoking cessation program, pet insurance, employee discounts, employee referral program, and flexible spending accounts for transportation, medical, and dependent care expenses.

Berlin Packaging provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

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