Specialist, Master Data

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We are now looking for a Specialist, Master Data to join UPM Adhesive Materials Sourcing & Supply Chain Process Development team. The position is located in Wrocław, Poland.
 

 
Greetings from your future manager 

 
“Welcome to our great, dynamic team of professionals. In your role you will be responsible for maintaining master data within our Sourcing & Procurement area, ensuring high-quality data and well-functioning processes around it. We are looking for a team player who is passionate about master data and has continuous improvement mindset.” – Hanna Lehtonen, Director, Process Development for Sourcing & Supply Chain at UPM Adhesive Materials

What you will do

In this role, you will be responsible for creating and maintaining sourcing and procurement master data for direct materials within UPM Adhesive Materials (AdMat). You will play a key role in ensuring data accuracy and quality, supporting master data governance and coordinating related processes. You will also contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and act as a global key user for the vendor master data tool within AdMat.

• Create and maintain raw material master data in SAP, ensuring its accuracy, completeness and consistency
• Coordinate raw material vendor requests and maintain vendor master data
• Coordinate the raw material price list management process, monitor RPA-driven updates, maintain selected price conditions centrally and maintain the related contract workspace in SAP Ariba
• Ensure master data quality through regular checks, monitoring and data cleansing activities
• Contribute to the development, implementation and maintenance of master data governance policies, procedures and process documentation
• Provide guidance and support to end users and stakeholders, including troubleshooting, preparing instructions and communication materials, and coordinating training sessions
• Act as the global key user for the UPM vendor master data tool within AdMat and represent the business in the UPM vendor master data governance group
• Participate in master data improvement initiatives, system development projects and site implementations

Who you are

• You have a relevant educational background and/or practical experience in master data management or a related field
• Previous experience as a key user or subject matter expert in a relevant business area is considered an advantage
• You have experience working with ERP systems, preferably SAP
• You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an eye for detail and data accuracy
• You are proactive, able to work independently and comfortable collaborating with others
• You have good communication and interpersonal skills and experience working in a cross-functional environment
• You are fluent in both written and spoken English

This is what we offer to you 

• A meaningful job – We have an inspiring purpose ‘We create a future beyond fossils. Our work is impactful and transformative.

• A caring community – Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues. We support the work-life balance of all our employees.

• Development opportunities – We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career.  We are an international, multi-business organization offering plenty of avenues for personal growth.

• Responsible employer - Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious, science-based sustainability targets in all areas from climate change to biodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity, offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves. 

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Additional information

This position offers a hybrid working model, combining remote work from home with regular on-site collaboration in Wrocław.

The position holder will report to Director, Process Development for Sourcing & Supply Chain.

How to apply

Please apply via the link above and attach your CV by November 24, 2026. Please note that we accept only applications submitted through our online application system. We begin reviewing applications as they are received, and you may be contacted before the application deadline.  

For support with submitting your application, please contact HR Service at careers@upm.com or tel. +48123999499.

Country-specific information

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UPM business information

UPM is a material solutions company, renewing products and entire value chains with an extensive portfolio of renewable fibres, advanced materials, decarbonization solutions, and communication papers. In Poland, UPM is running two factories near Wrocław, Human Resources Services in Kraków and UPM Business Hub at the heart of the city of Wrocław. At the moment, the Wrocław Hub brings together over 700 professionals in customer, supplier and financial services.

What makes us unique? The Finnish leadership culture encourages people in personal growth and self-development, and our values - trust and be trusted, achieve together, renew with courage – are visible in our everyday work. We are inspired by the limitless opportunities of the bioeconomy and we lead the way towards a future beyond fossils. Got interested? Join us on this exciting path! #growthwithUPM

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