Job Description

The Product Master Data Specialist is responsible for managing and executing item setup processes and product setup strategy within the M3 ERP system for sourced and manufactured footwear, accessories, chemicals, and raw materials. This role ensures that products are accurately configured to be purchased, manufactured, sold, and shipped, supporting cross-functional teams including Supply Chain, Finance, Manufacturing, and Retail. The Specialist exercises independent judgement to evaluate requirements, assess risks and downstream impacts, establish and maintain data standards, and champions innovation and continuous improvement efforts to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and scalability across product data processes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own and execute the M3 product setup framework for various product categories including:
  • Sourced and manufactured footwear
  • Accessories (RW, HG, PPE)
  • Raw materials (leather, chemicals, tool crib items)
  • Advertising and retail items
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in product data setup processes, including:
  • Identifying inefficiencies and proposing automation or simplification opportunities
  • Standardizing documentation and operational workflows
  • Leveraging stakeholder feedback and analytics to refine workflows and reduce errors
• Develop, implement, and maintain standards for product data, including updating UPC codes and purchase agreements.
• Interpret and implement complex requirements across Engineering, Finance and Supply chain for Engineering Change Requests (ECRs), ensuring accurate pricing and product data.
• Manage warehouse setup and item type creation for lifecycle tracking, reporting, standards, and operational readiness.
• Diagnose root causes and determine corrective actions for setup issues, and escalating to BT, Finance, or Supply Chain when necessary.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure data accuracy and process alignment, leading cross-functional initiatives to redesign and optimize product setup processes where needed.

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• 3–5 years of experience in product setup, ERP data management, supply chain operations, or related. Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Experience working with M3 or similar ERP systems.
• Exposure to manufacturing and retail environments.
• Background in marketing, product launch, or go-to-market coordination is a plus.
• Demonstrated success in process improvement or automation initiatives.
• Experience with cross-functional collaboration across business units.

PREFERRED :

• Detail-oriented with a keen eye for data accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to manage time-sensitive tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic environment.
• Passion for process improvement and innovation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Ability to use hands and fingers to operate a keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment
• Ability to lift up to 10-20 pounds occasionally
• Visual acuity required for reviewing detailed data on screens and documents
• Ability to communicate clearly in person, virtually, and via phone or email
• Ability to remain focused and perform repetetive or detailed tasks with accuracy

Additional Information

Red Wing Shoes is an Equal Opportunity Employer .

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in completing an application may contact rwsc.recruitment@redwingshoes.com or call 651-388-8211.

Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP at https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm

All offers of employment are contingent on satisfactory results of a background check.

Red Wing Shoe Company, Inc. is a drug-free workplace.

Red Wing Shoe Company will not be using recruitment agencies or firms to fill this position and we will not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate information. No agency calls please.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)