Data Specialist

The Data Specialist plays a key role in supporting vendor management, tax and IRS/1099 administration, Master Data Management (MDM), and business process automation initiatives across the organization. This position is responsible for ensuring vendor compliance, managing MDM-related activities, and providing exceptional customer support through regular interaction with internal and external stakeholders. Data Specialists contribute to innovative, customer-focused solutions that enhance operational efficiency and drive business productivity.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

· Collaborate with business partners and cross-functional teams to deliver efficient and effective customer solutions and services.

· Contribute ideas and recommendations as an active member of a collaborative team environment.

· Assist in the creation, maintenance, and administration of the corporate repository for vendor tax and IRS documentation.

· Perform daily, monthly, and quarterly vendor compliance activities to ensure data accuracy and regulatory adherence.

· Support Master Data Management (MDM) operations and data governance processes.

· Participate in departmental and enterprise-wide projects as assigned.

· Maintain positive and professional relationships with customers and stakeholders.

· Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

· Working knowledge of Microsoft-based applications, platforms, technologies, and tools.

· Understanding of database integration concepts and basic SQL Server query language.

· Proficient project management and organizational skills.

· Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, and customer service communication skills.

· Self-motivated, proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

· Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet critical deadlines.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on process improvement and operational efficiency.

· Ability to adapt quickly to changing business needs and technology platforms.

Education and Experience: 

· Minimum of 3 to 5 years of professional experience in a mid-sized to large organization with 100+ employees.

· Demonstrated experience working in customer-facing or stakeholder-focused roles, with the ability to effectively communicate business objectives, context, and solutions to diverse audiences.

· Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and collaborate across departments and organizational levels.

· Proven ability to translate complex information into clear, concise, and actionable communications.

· Experience balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced business environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism.