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Associate's or Bachelor's degree in related fields, or commensurate experience * 2+ years of hands-on experience with material master data management within an ERP environment (SAP, PeopleSoft, or ...

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in related fields, or commensurate experience * 2+ years of hands-on experience with material master data management within an ERP environment (SAP, PeopleSoft, or ...

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in related fields, or commensurate experience * 2+ years of hands-on experience with material master data management within an ERP environment (SAP, PeopleSoft, or ...

Overview The Master Data Administrator is responsible for centralized maintenance and integrity of ... EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Associate or bachelor's degree (B.A., B.S.) in an IT-related field or ...

SCM MASTER DATA ANALYST

Seattle, WA · On-site

$116K - $132K/yr

SCM Master Data Analyst Trident Seafoods is North America's largest vertically integrated seafood ... Minimum an Associate degree or least 10 years in process improvement with ERP (Enterprise Resource ...

Master Data Analyst

Bannockburn, IL · On-site +1

$21.63 - $27.02/hr

A key member of Master Data Governance for the customer and material workflow (requester or ... Associates degree or equivalent preferred 0-1 Years of Experience Experience with SAP (Knowledge of ...

Master Data Analyst

Bannockburn, IL · On-site +1

$21.63 - $27.02/hr

A key member of Master Data Governance for the customer and material workflow (requester or ... Associates degree or equivalent preferred 0-1 Years of Experience Experience with SAP (Knowledge of ...

Role: The Broker Data Associate will play a critical role in helping the business manage and ... Bachelor's or master's degree (with strong academic record) 3+ years of relevant experience ...

A key member of Master Data Governance for the customer and material workflow (requester or ... Associates degree or equivalent preferred • 0-1 Years of Experience • Experience with SAP ...

Role: The Broker Data Associate will play a critical role in helping the business manage and ... master's degree (with strong academic record) • 3+ years of relevant experience • Financial ...

The Master Data Administrator is responsible for the creation, maintenance, and accuracy of master ... High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or technical training preferred.

Ensuring that master data integrity, cleansing, normalization, and quality is maintained ... Associate's degree plus 2 years of experience with SAP & Windchill (preferred), or a minimum of 5 ...

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How much do master data associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for master data associate in the United States is $18.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Master Data Associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Master Data Associate, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a background in data management or a related field, often supported by a bachelor’s degree. Familiarity with ERP systems (such as SAP or Oracle), data governance tools, and proficiency in Excel are typically required. Excellent organization, problem-solving, and communication skills help you collaborate effectively and ensure data accuracy. These abilities are essential for maintaining high-quality data, supporting business operations, and enabling informed decision-making across the organization.

How does a Master Data Associate typically collaborate with other departments, and what are some common challenges in cross-functional data management?

A Master Data Associate often works closely with teams such as IT, Finance, Supply Chain, and Sales to ensure data consistency and accuracy across systems. One common challenge is aligning data standards and resolving discrepancies that arise from differing departmental requirements or legacy systems. Effective communication and a keen attention to detail are essential for managing these cross-functional relationships and maintaining high data quality. Regular meetings and clear documentation help address issues promptly and support seamless collaboration.

What is a Master Data Associate?

A Master Data Associate is a professional responsible for managing and maintaining an organization's core data related to business operations, such as customer, product, supplier, and financial information. Their main duties include ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and completeness across various systems, as well as supporting data governance policies. They often collaborate with different departments to implement data standards and resolve data-related issues, playing a key role in enhancing data quality and supporting business decision-making processes.

What is the difference between Master Data Associate vs Data Analyst?

AspectMaster Data AssociateData Analyst
Primary FocusMaintaining and ensuring accuracy of master data recordsAnalyzing data to generate insights and support decision-making
Skills & CertificationsData management, Excel, ERP systems, attention to detailData analysis, SQL, Excel, statistical tools
Work EnvironmentData management teams, back-office, corporate settingsBusiness units, analytics teams, consulting firms
Industry UsageCommon in finance, manufacturing, supply chainWidespread across finance, marketing, healthcare

While both roles involve working with data, a Master Data Associate primarily focuses on maintaining accurate master data records, whereas a Data Analyst interprets data to provide actionable insights. The roles often overlap in skills like Excel and data management tools, but their core responsibilities differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Master Data Associate job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 26% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,974 per year, or $18.7 per hour.

Master Data Analyst

SYNTEGON

New Richmond, WI

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago


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Company Description

Together with 6,900 colleagues worldwide, we are the strategic lifecycle partner for the pharmaceutical, biotech, and food industries. With seamless processes, innovative technologies, and sustainable solutions, we help our customers achieve their goals. For example, we ensure that vaccines are safely filled and that tablets can fully release their active ingredients. Your favorite chocolate and snacks are also sustainably packaged with our help.

Syntegon Packaging Technology, LLC based in New Richmond, Wisconsin is part of the Syntegon Group. We provide innovative, seamless, high-tech packaging solutions for the food industry. The location specializes in a range of packaging equipment solutions - like horizontal flow wrappers, bag closing and sealers, and robotic pick-place-machines. The city of New Richmond is known as "The City Beautiful". It is an easy and quick commute in both directions from the Minneapolis/St. Paul Metro area and a short distance from Eau Claire, WI.

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Job Description

Data is the backbone of everything we build, track, and deliver. As our Master Data Analyst, you'll own the integrity and structure of material master data across our enterprise systems, ensuring that Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, and Operations are all working from a single, trusted source of truth. 

The ideal candidate is for this high-impact role is someone who is passionate about data, understands manufacturing workflows, and thrives at the intersection of systems, process, and people. You'll collaborate across global teams, drive data governance standards, and directly support the business decisions that keep world-class packaging machinery moving from design to delivery.

Qualifications

Basic requirements

  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in related fields, or commensurate experience
  • 2+ years of hands-on experience with material master data management within an ERP environment (SAP, PeopleSoft, or equivalent) 
  • Strong working knowledge of data structures, hierarchies, naming conventions, and governance frameworks
  • Demonstrated experience with data validation, cleansing, and quality assurance processes
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis — pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data modeling 
  • Ability to collaborate cross-functionally across engineering, supply chain, IT, and finance teams in a global environment
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail 
  • Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills 

Preferred qualifications 

  • Hands-on experience with SAP material master configuration, views, and workflows 
  • Familiarity with engineering BOMs (Bills of Materials), part numbering systems, or product data management (PDM/PLM) in a manufacturing context
  • Experience supporting ERP system migrations, integrations, or upgrades 
  • Exposure to business intelligence or data visualization tools — Power BI, Tableau, or similar
  • Background working with engineering or operations data in an industrial manufacturing environment — machinery BOMs, part obsolescence tracking, order metrics 
  • Familiarity with data governance frameworks and documented data stewardship practices
  • Experience training or guiding end users on data entry standards and ERP best practices

Additional Information

The anticipated starting salary for this position is $80,000.

Compensation for roles at Syntegon varies depending on a wide array of non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, degree/credentials, relevant skill set, and level of relevant experience. Total rewards at Syntegon include salary + bonus (if applicable) + benefits.

We Care about your Well-Being

At Syntegon, the welfare of our employees is a top priority.

That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and personal growth from day one, including:

  • Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription plans starting from your first day.
  • Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a generous company match to help you plan for the future.
  • Financial Protection: Employer-paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, plus Life Insurance for your peace of mind.
  • Career Growth: Education Assistance Program to support your continued learning and development.
  • Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off to recharge and enjoy your personal time.
  • Support When You Need It: Access to our Employee Assistance Program for confidential counseling and resources.

Join Syntegon and enjoy benefits that help you thrive both at work and beyond.

Syntegon Technology is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) initiatives:

  • FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
  • AWIM (A World In Motion)

By choice, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.
We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.