Data Master Specialist

H Mart is seeking an experienced Master Data Specialist to drive data integrity, system optimization, and cross-functional accuracy across our retail ecosystem. In this role, you will independently manage mid-complexity master data operations—including new item creation, vendor onboarding, and wide-scale catalog updates within our ERP system. Acting as a subject matter expert, you will resolve data quality exceptions, lead cleanup initiatives end-to-end, and collaborate with Buying, Supply Chain, Accounting, and IT teams to ensure downstream data reliability. Duties and Responsibility Independently execute mid-complexity master-data work: new item setups, vendor onboarding, category-wide pricing/attribute updates Investigate and resolve data-quality issues (duplicates, mismatches, missing fields); coordinate corrective actions Lead assigned cleanup projects (item consolidation, vendor setup, etc.) end-to-end Partner with Buying, SCM, Accounting and IT on data-request specifications and downstream impact Author and updates SOPs; propose process improvements and small automation ideas Mentor Associates and Coordinators; QC their work for accuracy Education and Requirements: BA in Business Administration, Trade, Logistics or similar preferred 5-8 years of relevant experience Solid working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar) Experience leading small projects or workstreams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Proficiency in English and Korean (Reading, Writing, Verbal) Prior retail, grocery, or wholesale distribution experience Experience with data-cleanup or migration projects Health, Dental & Vision insurance / EAP (Employee Assistance Program) per company policy 401 (k) Retirement Plan with up to 5% match per company policy Life Insurance and AD&D (Accidental death & Dismemberment) per company policy BTA Insurance (Business Travel Accident Coverage) Company provided lunch Paid-time off (PTO) and Paid Holidays per company policy Celebration & Condolence Benefits per company policy Employee Discount Program (5%) Holiday Gift certificates per company policy FSA (Flexible Spending Account) per company policy DCFSA (Dependent Child Care Spending Account) per company policy Work Hours: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday ~ Friday Salary Range: $65,000 ~ $79,050 *Actual compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, qualifications, skills, and other job-related factors. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Grand BK