PIM Data Management Specialist - Salsify at Altec Industries, Inc.

Why Join Altec?

Altec is currently looking for a PIM Data Management Specialist - Salsify  in Birmingham, AL. This position will play a key role in ensuring that product information within the PIM system is accurately managed and consistently aligns with Altec Supply’s internal guidelines before being published on the website. Altec Supply is a leading provider of tools, accessories, and other supplies related to the electric utility, telecommunications, tree care, and lights and signs industries. Responsibilities may involve writing and editing copy, product literature and enrichment, guides, catalogs, and image editing. This role may also involve supporting trade shows and related marketing efforts.

PIM Data Management Specialist - Salsify | Responsibilities

This position is responsible for digital merchandising and supporting product content for Altec Supply. Responsibilities may include some or all of the following:

Data Management

• Adhere to best data management practices and maintain a high standard of data accuracy, completeness, and consistency

• Collaborate in implementing and maintaining data governance and processes that enhance operational efficiency and maintain product data integrity across the business

• Consolidate product data from multiple sources, including ERP systems, suppliers, and internal databases

• Perform regular data audits to identify and correct discrepancies, duplicates, and errors

• Develop and enforce validation rules to maintain high data quality standards

Content Editing

• Edit and enrich product content, including images, categorization, product name, description, and specification(s) to ensure its accuracy and compliance with brand standards and internal guidelines

• Manage the lifecycle of product content, including updates, revisions, and archiving of outdated information

Analytics

• Utilize PIM system analytics to monitor and report on data quality, completeness, and product performance

• Perform research and generate reports on data quality and integrity, to ensure data is standardized, clean, and free of errors or duplications while also respecting the validation rules

• Provide insights and recommendations based on data analysis to improve product data management processes

• Track the effectiveness of product content across different channels and recommend optimizations

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

Should the selected candidate meet the qualifications of a more experienced level in the career path, the job level may be adjusted. 

• Bachelor’s degree required

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets Users

• Two years of applicable experience (PIM / MDM experience preferred)
• Applicable Masters counts as one year of experience, not to exceed one year in total

• Must have extensive knowledge of the product lifecycle, attribution, taxonomy models, distribution/publishing practices

• Must be skilled in synthesizing information and uncovering accurate answers through in-depth research

• Must have the ability to manage and cross-reference large amounts of data
• Experience with Salsify platform

• Must be able to multi-task and meet tight deadlines

• Must have a high attention to detail and processes

• Must be highly organized, logical, and analytical

• Must have experience with basic image editing skills

• Must have good verbal and written communication skills

• Knowledge of tools and accessories and/or the electric utility, telecommunications, tree care, construction, lights and signs industries, is a plus

• Experience using SEO and analytics tools such as Google Analytics, BrightEdge, Algolia, is a plus

• May include up to 5% travel

• All other duties as assigned

Altec Industries, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Altec strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.