Data Quality Specialist

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Data Quality Specialist

Our client is seeking a Data Quality Specialist to join their team. This hands‑on role will focus on ensuring product, marketing, and technical data is accurate, consistent, and up to date, playing a key part in supporting internal systems, customer platforms, and online presence. The successful candidate will work closely with teams across Technical, Commercial, Marketing, IT, and Development, acting as a bridge between departments to ensure data flows seamlessly from initial concept through to live product.


This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong attention to detail, advanced Excel skills, and experience working with structured data in environments such as manufacturing, distribution, or e‑commerce.


Qualifications

  • Proven experience in recording, maintaining, and analysing complex datasets with a high level of accuracy.
  • Strong knowledge of PIM (Product Information Management) systems and data management best practices.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including complex formulas, data manipulation, and reporting.
  • Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to spot and resolve inconsistencies.
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines and balance multiple priorities.
  • Effective communicator, able to present information clearly and confidently both verbally and in writing.
  • Comfortable working with large datasets and translating data into meaningful insights.
  • Self‑motivated, enthusiastic, and committed to continuous learning and professional development.
  • Collaborative team player with the ability to work independently and follow instructions reliably.
  • Experience working in a product‑led business.
  • Understanding of ERP and product data structure.
  • Previous experience working in manufacturing or distribution.
  • Knowledge of product attribute standards and industry codes.

Role of Data Quality Specialist

  • Own and manage product data entry within an advanced Product Information Management (PIM) system.
  • Act as a PIM super‑user, driving adoption and serving as a key point of knowledge and support across the business.
  • Apply strong analytical skills to cleanse, validate, and maintain datasets, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and reliability.
  • Support the development and implementation of a Data Governance framework, setting standards for data quality and integrity.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to identify opportunities for process improvement and enhanced user experience.
  • Build and maintain a deep understanding of product ranges, supported by ongoing training and development.
  • Create and manage output data channels to enable efficient communication and seamless data transfer across systems and stakeholders.

Benefits

  • 23 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Option to purchase up to 5 extra days annual leave
  • Health Cashback Plan
  • Pension Scheme
  • Life Assurance
  • Free Parking

Details

  • Salary: £35,000 – £45,000
  • Working hours: Full time, Monday – Friday
  • Location: Tamworth (on site full time)
  • Duration: Permanent
  • Role Type: Data Quality Specialist


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