Master Data Assistant

Do you want to be part of this exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team of experts in GKN Automotive's new Business Services (GBS) situated in Porto?

Working out of recently refurbished, state of the art offices we provide multifunctional support to GKN Automotive's global delivery activities across Finance, Procurement, HR & Sales Order Management. Our vision is to deliver sustainable value with standard, consistent, digitally enhanced processes and to achieve this we are seeking to attract highly motivated and skilled professionals. In return we offer a corporate culture which champions professional development, embraces and leads change, creates ingenious solutions for our customers and encourages collaboration.

The Master Data Assistant will report directly to the Manager of the Master Data Management Team.

This role will be responsible for the setup, administration and maintenance of master records utilised across the business processes.

They will handle the customer and supplier master data as well as finance master data and transactional data content and ensure accuracy to enable business process consistency

Key Responsibilities :

• Responsible for the setup, administration and maintenance of master records utilised across the business processes Handle the customer and supplier master data and transactional data content and ensure accuracy to enable business process consistency Facilitate the supplier certification process through capturing the outputs in the relevant databases and proactively monitor to track continued adherence
• Support the review of quality documentation from suppliers to confirm adherence to specification and capture outputs in relevant databases
• Maintain chart of account and cost centre data Monitor vendor activity and block or remove vendor records as required Execute customer / supplier profile changes and modifications, including to contact information, banking information and payment details. Ensure the highest degree of data quality (i.e. eliminate duplicates)
• Oversee elements of the self-service portals
• Interact/ communicate with customers, suppliers and GKN employees when master changes or verifications are needed
• Follow processes and procedures to ensure data quality, and work cross-functionally to resolve data issues to ensure all business processes run as planned
• Communicate and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment of priorities and decisions.
• Assist in special projects and other duties as assigned
• Perform other reasonable duties within the Master Data Management pillar as required

What you need to apply :

• Prior experience in a similar environment

• Ability to communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders

• Excellent communication ability

• Organisational and time-management skills

• Attention to detail and accuracy

• Teamwork skills

• Highly motivated and able to think clearly under pressure

• Fluency in English

• Other assets that would be appreciated are:

• Academic Degree in Management, Accounting, Business Relations, Communication or similar

• Experience in shared services Knowledge of ERP systems, processes and workflow technology