Manufacturing Product Data Analyst Job at ManpowerGroup in Grand Rapids

Overview

Our client, a leader in the manufacturing industry, is seeking a Product Data Analyst to join their team. As a Product Data Analyst, you will be part of the IT Applied Data Enablement Organization supporting global Product Development teams within their manufacturing department. Engineering exposure is a strong plus (experience collaborating with Engineering teams or interpreting Engineering documentation is highly valuable).

Job Title: Product Data Analyst

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Pay Range: $32/hour

Openings: 3 (Manufacturing Focused)

( Important Requirement: Candidates must be able to work on a W2 without sponsorship now or in the future)

General Description

As part of the IT Applied Data Enablement Organization / Product Launch & Support team, the Product Data Analyst partners with Product Development teams to:

• Support new product launches
• Maintain and manage existing product data
• Handle non-standard product requests (Specials process)
• Provide global support across teams in the U.S., Europe, Asia, and Mexico

This role is critical in maintaining Commercial and Engineering data for both standard and customized products. Product Data Analysts may serve in roles such as Taxonomist, Librarian, Product Author, or Catalog Author.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate and coordinate creation/maintenance of product data models across Marketing, Engineering, Sales, Manufacturing, and Distribution
• Design, load, and validate MDM, PLM, ERP, PIM, and/or DAM rules to support product development, order fulfillment, and lifecycle management
• Ensure data integrity and system consistency across MDM, PLM, ERP, PIM, DAM, and publications
• Apply Product Data Management (PDM) technical proficiency to analyze, organize, and load product data with precision and speed
• Interpret commercial and engineering data to apply pricing methodology and product configurations
• Lead and execute testing/validation of product data, resolve database or procedural errors
• Influence cross-functional strategies to enhance product data efficiency and effectiveness
• Manage electronic catalog downloads and release schedules
• Participate in modernization and strategic projects, with time allocated each quarter for professional development

Compliance Expectations

Employees are expected to:

• Safeguard company assets
• Maintain segregation of duties to reduce risk
• Comply with business ethics, laws, and regulations
• Protect proprietary information
• Reconcile assets with accounting records periodically

Requirements

Skills & Abilities

• Strong database analysis and logical structuring skills with high precision
• Proficiency in SAP, Windchill, Microsoft Office, MDM, PLM, ERP, PIM, DAM, and mass loading tools
• Knowledge of variant configuration methods and data modeling techniques
• Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and error root cause analysis skills
• Ability to read/interpret technical documentation (Statements of Line, Engineering docs, Windchill structures)
• Skilled in creating scripts for mass uploads and continuous improvements
• Excellent communication skills with ability to train and support cross-functional teams
• Experience creating functional specifications and executable rules for IT

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3–5 years of experience working with product data and databases
• Prior experience with ERP, MDM, PLM, PIM systems required
• Agile (SCRUM or Kanban) experience preferred
• Engineering exposure is a strong plus (experience collaborating with Engineering teams or interpreting Engineering documentation is highly valuable).

What’s in it for me?

• Opportunity to work on modernization and strategic projects.
• Time allocated each quarter for learning and development.
• Collaborative work environment with global teams.
• Engagement in various roles and special assignments.
• Chance to influence project strategy and tactics.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

If this is a role that interests you and you would like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

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