Item Master/Master Data Management Executive

Company Overview

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Job Summary

The Item Master/Master Data Management Executive plays a crucial role in ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and completeness of product data within the organization. By managing the creation and governance of SKU data, this position contributes to the overall efficiency of operations in retail, e-commerce, or distribution environments, especially within the context of building materials and industrial products.

Responsibilities

• SKU Creation & Onboarding

  • Create every new SKU in the system within 24 hours of Category Manager sign-off.
  • Capture all mandatory fields without exception; no incomplete SKUs go live.
  • Maintain a mandatory fields checklist for every SKU.

• Data Hygiene & Audit

  • Conduct weekly SKU audits to flag duplicates, missing fields, and price mismatches.
  • Ensure Unit of Measure (UOM) consistency to maintain inventory accuracy.
  • Maintain a SKU change log recording every edit, including date, reason, and approval.

• Master Data Governance

  • Own the single source of truth for master data; no edits allowed without routing through this role.
  • Create a SKU request form for Category Managers to standardize new product requests.
  • Maintain a discontinued SKU archive; never delete, only deactivate.

• Cross-functional Coordination

  • Conduct daily syncs with the Replenishment Executive to set reorder points for new SKUs.
  • Weekly syncs with the Catalogue Executive ensure every SKU has a corresponding app listing.
  • Immediately inform the Category Manager if vendor specs do not match system entries.

• Compliance Support

  • Maintain HSN code master with Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates for all SKUs.
  • Assist Finance Executive with SKU-level tax data during GST return periods.
  • Ensure that the Maximum Retail Price (MRP) in the system matches the physical product label, addressing potential audit triggers.

Qualifications

• Educational Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (B.Com), Business Administration (BBA), or Science (B.Sc) with a strong quantitative background.
  • Diploma or certification in ERP/data management is a bonus.

• Key Skills:

  • 3–5 years of experience in master data management, backend cataloguing, or related fields in retail, e-commerce, or distribution.
  • Familiarity with ERP or inventory systems, or robust Excel-based systems.
  • Previous experience in a startup or lean team where the candidate managed processes from start to finish.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with building materials, hardware, or industrial products is a significant advantage.
• Strong analytical skills with a passion for data accuracy and hygiene.

Experience

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in master data management, ideally with a focus on SKU management in a retail or e-commerce setting.

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Salary

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Growth Opportunities

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Benefits

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