Manager-PIM Integration Manager

Item Database Manager

The Item Database Manager oversees a diverse team of product information management (PIM) Data Analysts responsible for stock keeping unit (SKU) life-cycle management. This role provides support and structure to ensure the on-time and quality implementation of supplier data into Motion's Item Database catalog or PIM system. The manager serves as a key contact for internal and external stakeholders or vendors related to Motion's data catalog. The manager engages in the development, implementation, and maintenance of quality data practices, continuous improvement, and workflows, and works closely with IT and PIM governance departments on the infrastructure and support of the SKU data systems.

Job duties include managing data requests in support of business processes, new product sales initiatives and mergers and acquisition, managing a team of PIM Data Analysts, serving as a key liaison between functional departments and suppliers or vendors, leveraging key performance indicators (KPIs) related to PIM data quality and completeness and driving a system of actions to complete requests in accordance with service level agreements (SLA's), identifying and implementing opportunities to gain efficiencies, automate, and improve data quality, partnering with cross functional stakeholders to support business needs, following all SOX / Audit compliance requirements, actively engaging in continuous process improvement, and performing other duties as assigned.

Education and experience typically require a bachelor's degree in business, information systems, marketing or a related field, and five (5) or more years of managing data or related experience.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities include the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment with a strong focus on proactive problem solving & process improvement skills to resolve issues & provide a voice for system & process enhancements, knowledge of Microsoft Access, SQL, and experience with data BI tools (Tableau, Power BI, Qlik, etc.), experience working with a PIM system, preferably STIBO Systems, understanding data governance and control distribution of data points, knowledge of workflow management techniques such as Lean Six Sigma, Kanban, Root Cause Analysis, etc, powerful presentation skills with advanced PowerPoint design knowledge, and the ability to lead a diverse team toward measurable results.

Physical demands, licenses & certifications, supervisory responsibility, and budget responsibility are not required for this position.

Motion Industries offers an excellent benefits package which includes options for healthcare coverage, 401(k), tuition, reimbursement, vacation, sick, and holiday pay.