SAP Master Data Analyst -Job Title SAP Master Data Analyst -Reference Number 4545600000033 -Business Unit Amsted Rail - ASF Keystone -Job Location United States / Illinois / Granite City -Job Category Information Technology -Job Description Amsted Rail is a globally integrated manufacturer.Railroads, as well as car builders, owners, and leasing companies rely on us to provide components and innovative systems for freight cars and locomotives, repair and service and location and condition monitoring.From the big picture to the finest details, Amsted Rail is continuously improving the heavy haul landscape. We have an immediate opening for SAP Master Data Analyst position in Granite City, Illinois. Position Description: The SAP Master Data Analyst will oversee the SAP Master Data processes and procedures necessary for effective enterprise-wide master data management. The SAP Master Data Analystwill work closely with the SAP management team and multiple manufacturing plants throughout North America. The ideal candidate musthave excellent written and verbal communication skills and able to communicate with all levels of the organization. Position Responsibilities: -Responsible for executing the data management processes in accordance with Amsted Rails standardized framework -Responsible for adopting and deploying the data standards and business rules within Amsted Rails SAP system -Responsible for day-to-day master data maintenance pertaining to multiple master data objects in SAP which includes Material Master, Vendor Master, Bill of Material, Routing, Production Version, Standard Hierarchy, Quality Inspection Records etc. -Assists the business and Business Data Stewards with data problem resolution when requested -Assists with the resolution of data integration issues when reported by the Business Units -Ability to maintain a full audit trail of critical master data changes and handle internal Audit queries as necessary -Ability to understand the various data flags and components of each master data object and how it relates to downstream SAP processes and transactions -Understand impact of changes within the master data across all SAP domains -Support the business on decentralized workflow based Master Data creation and changes for Material and Vendor master -Support any ongoing SAP projects with all master data related support including preparation for Mass loads for various master data objects -Collaborate with geographically dispersed cross-functional teams, including other SAP Analysts and developers to address technical and process issues -Drive any Master Data related improvement initiatives as necessary. Ability to suggest innovative ideas to improve Master Data governance Qualification: -College degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline preferred. Degree requirement will be relaxed for more SAP master data experience -At least 3 to 5 years of SAP Master data experience in SAP ECC 6.0 environment especially in diverse manufacturing industries -SAP Master Data experience should include expert level understanding of Material Master, Vendor Master, BOM, Routing, Production Version etc. -Experience with utilizing mass data tools like LSMW and Winshuttle preferred -Experience with Data migration activities including Mass Data Loads preferred -Experience with working on a multi-tier SAP landscape and familiarity with SAP transport management process Other Skills: -Strong interpersonal skills and effective communicator -Excellent attention to detail and accuracy -Ability to work independently with minimal supervision critical -Ability to work collaboratively with business stakeholders as well as the SAP team to get work done on time -Continuous improvement mindset Through competitive wages, outstanding benefits, and internal advancement opportunities, you will have the chance to create a career of which you can be proud.If you are open to relocation, there are also vast advancement opportunities within the Amsted Corporation. We offer a full range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with employer matching and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan.We are 100% employee owned. All interested applicants please apply online atwww.amstedrail.com.