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# SAP Material Data Specialist

- **Company:** KES Solutions UK
- **Location:** Tyne and Wear, UK
- **Salary:** £35,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Basic Data Partition, Data Integrity, SAP ERP, SAP (Applications), SAP Materials Management, SAP S/4HANA, SAP MDG, Data Generation
- **Published:** June 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/sap-material-data-specialist-tyne-and-wear/2828806120-2/

## About the Role

* Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of SAP MM module (S/4HANA preferred) and SAP MDG.
 * Analytical Skills: Strong attention to detail in handling material descriptions, classifications, and vendor information.
 * Process Knowledge: Familiarity with procurement, supply chain, or manufacturing processes.
 * Tools: Proficient in Excel for managing bulk data updates.
 * Experience: Previous experience as a Material Master Analyst, Specialist, or Data Analyst.

Due to the high volume of candidates responding to our adverts unfortunately we are not always able to provide individual feedback. If you don't hear from us within the next ten days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. We will however keep your details on file and you may be contacted about other opportunities in the future.

## Description

We are delighted to be looking for a SAP Material Master Specialist to join our client's team on a permanent basis. This exciting opportunity has arisen within a growing manufacturing business. We are ideally looking for an individual with implementation experience during a transitional period. This is a site based role hours of work are Monday-Thursday 8.00am-4.30pm, Friday 8.00am-3.30pm., A SAP Material Master Specialist is responsible for creating, maintaining, and governing material master records within SAP ECC or S/4HANA systems, ensuring data accuracy across Basic Data, Purchasing, MRP, and Accounting views. They ensure high-quality, standardised data to support procurement, inventory, and production, often managing data via SAP MDG or mass upload tools., * Data Creation & Maintenance: Create, extend, and update material master records, ensuring compliance with company nomenclature standards.

 * Data Integrity & Governance: Monitor data accuracy across all views (e.g., General, Purchasing, MRP, Costing, Sales) and ensure proper classification.
 * System Operations: Perform mass uploads/updates (via Excel), manage material classifications, units of measure, and valuation data.
 * Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with Procurement, Finance, and Production teams to update bills of materials (BOMs), routings, and material pricing.
 * Data Troubleshooting: Resolve data-related issues, such as errors in purchase orders or material availability.


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