Master Data Specialist

This is where your work makes a difference.

At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride. 

Your role at Baxter

As a Master Data Specialist, you will be responsible for accurately and efficiently creating and maintaining customer master data in both SAP and JDE (JD Edwards) systems. Your primary focus will be to ensure the accurate and timely setup and maintenance of customer accounts, supporting various departments within the organization, such as sales, finance, and customer service. You will play a critical role in ensuring data integrity, compliance, and a seamless customer experience.

What you'll be doing

• Create and maintain customer accounts in SAP and JD Edwards (JDE) systems.
• Accurately enter customer information based on provided documentation and established guidelines.
• Review customer data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with data quality standards.
• Maintain documentation and ensure adherence to company policies and customer data management procedures.
• Update customer records, including account details, contact information, and other relevant data changes.
• Partner with Sales, Finance, Customer Service, and other teams to gather information and resolve account discrepancies.
• Respond to internal inquiries related to customer account setup and maintenance.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, enhance data accuracy, and increase operational efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to customer master data management.
• Assist with training and onboarding team members on customer account creation processes and system functionality.

What you'll bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Previous experience with SAP and/or JDE systems, particularly in customer master data management preferred.
• Familiarity with data entry best practices, data validation techniques, and data quality management.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to handle repetitive tasks accurately.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and address data-related issues effectively.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with various teams and stakeholders.
• Prioritization and time management skills to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $43,200 - $59,400 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.  

Baxter is committed to supporting the needs for flexibility in the workplace. We do so through our flexible workplace policy which includes a required minimum number of days a week onsite. This policy provides the benefits of connecting and collaborating in-person in support of our Mission. The flexible workplace policy is subject to local laws and legal requirements. At its discretion, Baxter may decide to adjust, suspend, or discontinue as business needs change.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees. For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter

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Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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