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Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.
Master Data Specialist
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About this Position
As a Master Data Specialist, you play a vital role in ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and availability of the material master data that powers our operations. This position exists to keep our systems aligned, our processes running smoothly, and our teams equipped with the information they need to make informed decisions. You’ll be part of a collaborative and detail‑oriented team that values precision, curiosity, and continuous improvement. Working closely with your Team Lead, cross‑functional partners, and stakeholders across the business, you’ll operate in an environment that encourages ownership and proactive problem‑solving. This role offers the unique opportunity to work at the intersection of data, process, and operations—where your ability to manage complexity, streamline workflows, and uphold data standards will make a meaningful and visible impact on how we deliver value as an organization.
What you´ll do
- Ensure the accurate and timely creation and updates of local material master data views in P92/P93, covering various aspects such as Plant, Sales, Material Resource Planning (MRP), and Sales Organization
- Manage the creation and update of packaging material master data, including Packaging Bill of Materials, unit of measure, and article report generation, while overseeing material deletions and reactivations
- Maintain P03 Material International Data Harmonization (IDH) records by validating Article Request Forms and ensuring timely processing of requests
- Coordinate efforts to gather necessary information for maintaining master data in SAP, addressing queries, monitoring workflows, and communicating updates on activated materials
- Generate master data reports and downloads while executing necessary cleanup to support business needs
- Prepare updates for the process manual and keep the Team Lead informed of any changes or revisions
- Participate in project execution related to local material master data maintenance as needed, along with additional tasks assigned by the Team Lead or Manager
What makes you a good fit
- Bachelor's Degree in any field
- Preferably with at least one (1) year related work experience in Master Data Management from a shared service industry
- Knowledge in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) is required; SAP MM (Materials Management) experience is highly preferred
- Preferably with background in Continuous Improvement (e.g. Lean Six Sigma or Time and Motion Studies), Project
- Management, and in any of the following digital skills (VBA Macros, SAP scripting, Power BI, Blue Prism)
- Excellent command of both spoken and written English; Must be a team player with good skills in time management, analysis, and had great attention to details
- Amenable to work on a day shift schedule (1:00 PM to 10:00 PM), and report on a hybrid work set-up in Ayala Avenue, Makati
Some perks of joining Henkel
- A thriving career with the Top 15 Best Workplaces in the Philippines by Great Place to Work and the Top GBS Employer in the Philippines by the Everest Group for 4 consecutive years!
- Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
- Diverse national and international growth opportunities
- Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
- Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
- Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
- HMO healthcare coverage plan
- Provident Fund
- Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance
At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.
JOB ID: 26091875
Job Locations: Philippines, National Capital Region, Makati
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FAQ
I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English – should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company you will be working with colleagues from all over the world and English is our official company language. Generally, the ‘rule’ is: please write the application in the same language as the job ad.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.
Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes, in fact it is an expectation within Henkel that our talent is flexible and mobile. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
Here you will get further information on our training programs.
Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?
Our recruiting team will help you with all requests regarding your application. Contact the team here.