Data Standardization Specialist at Buyers Edge Platform, LLC

New London, Connecticut, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Data Cleaning, Data Normalization, Data Governance, Master Data Management, Excel, Problem Solving, Organizational Skills, Attention to Detail, Collaboration, Data Audits, Process Efficiency, Automation, Food Industry Knowledge, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Data Mapping, Reporting

Industry

Hospitality

Description

The Data Standardization Specialist plays a key role in ensuring the integrity, consistency, and usability of company data from multiple sources. This position is responsible for maintaining and improving the quality of master data records within the company’s central database. The Analyst reviews, cleans, and normalizes product data from incoming files to ensure alignment with company standards and business requirements. The role involves mapping distributor product data to manufacturer items, standardizing attributes such as product descriptions, brands, categories, and codes, and ensuring all data conforms to the company’s data governance policies. This function is critical to accurate reporting, rebate billing, and rewards calculations, as well as the ongoing reliability of the company’s analytics and operational systems. Who we are: Buyers Edge Platform stands at the forefront of revolutionizing the foodservice industry through technology, purchasing power and partnerships. We are dedicated to empowering stakeholders across the entire foodservice ecosystem (operators, distributors, manufacturers) with efficiency and unprecedented visibility. With a diverse portfolio of over a dozen brands, our mission is clear: to reduce costs, streamline the foodservice supply chain, and propel the industry from manual to automated. Today, we are one of the largest players in foodservice, with over 200K operator locations across North America and over $50 billion of aggregated spend volume. Our commitment to foodservice excellence is proven in four distinct areas of value: Digital Procurement Network, Fresh Solutions, Supply Chain Management, and Software. Buyers Edge Platform is not just a provider – we are a strategic partner on the journey towards a more efficient, connected, and automated future for the foodservice industry This role is based out of our New London, CT office. (Will consider remote - Local preferred) We are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorization for this role. Your Impact: Maintain and update master data records to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency. Review, clean, and normalize data from a variety of sources - including distributor feeds, manufacturer files, and internal systems - to ensure uniform formatting and structure. Recognize and correct data discrepancies or pattern inconsistencies to prevent errors from entering the company’s master database. Standardize incoming data for end-user reporting and business analysis. Map distributor product data to manufacturer products based on product history, manufacturer knowledge, and external resources (e.g., catalogs, websites). Verify and update product attributes - including brand, category, and manufacturer information—based on available and validated data sources. Conduct routine data audits and contribute to continuous improvement efforts for data accuracy, automation, and process efficiency. Support the development and enforcement of data governance standards and best practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality, streamline workflows, and document data management procedures. Participate in database cleaning and normalization projects as assigned. Assist in testing and providing feedback on evolving data management tools and automation technologies. About You: College degree preferred 1-3 years of work experience Food Industry and/or master data management experience preferred Comfortable with evolving technology High proficiency in Microsoft Excel Ability to quickly shift priorities as needed Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines Can work autonomously as well as collaboratively Results driven Aptitude for problem solving Efficiency minded Strong organizational skills Meticulous attention to detail Inquisitive Not sure you meet every qualification? Studies show that diverse applicants often hesitate to apply unless they check every box. At Buyers Edge Platform, we value authenticity and inclusion—if you're excited about the role, we encourage you to apply. You might be exactly who we’re looking for! What's in this for you: Great benefits from day one. We offer medical, dental, vision, FSA, company-paid life insurance, and more—plus a 401(k) with company match. Grow with us. Enjoy strong training, development, and competitive pay. Work-life balance. Our flexible PTO policy lets you take time when you need it—no accrual required. We welcome all. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.

Responsibilities

The Data Standardization Specialist is responsible for maintaining and improving the quality of master data records and ensuring data integrity from multiple sources. This includes reviewing, cleaning, and normalizing product data to align with company standards and business requirements.