Data Management Specialist

MJ Holding Company LLC • Bridgeview, IL

14h

About The Position

MJ Holding Company, LLC is the largest distributor of sports trading cards and trading card games like Magic: The Gathering and Pokémon—and we’re growing fast. Our success comes from passionate people who love what they do. At MJH, you’ll find a team that’s enthusiastic about the products we distribute, proud of the culture we’ve built, and committed to our success. If you’re driven and excited about the world of trading cards, we want you on our team!

The Data Management Specialist is responsible for the processing of data entry requests coming from the Forecasting, Account Management and Product Teams. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: internal and external set-up of product offerings, production items, and merchandising displays. In addition, this role involves inter-departmental communication, as well as working with Finance to obtain appropriate approvals for external pricing. This role will develop and maintain an effective mutually beneficial relationship with Forecasting, Finance, Product & Account Management teams, to support and contribute towards the overall metrics, strategic goals and objectives.

Requirements

• Technical Ability. MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).
• A well organized and self-directed individual who is "politically savvy" and a team player.
• Proven ability to accept accountability and show initiative.
• Detail-oriented and meticulous.
• An intelligent and articulate individual who can relate to people at all levels of an organization and possesses excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Effective ability to communicate orally or in written form effectively with co-management, internal and external customers.
• An energetic, forward-thinking and creative individual with high ethical standards, integrity and an appropriate professional image.
• Able to maintain confidential information.
• Excellent prioritization and time management skills.
• Problem analysis and problem resolution at both a strategic and functional level.
• Ability to set priorities, establish processes and standards.
• A decisive individual who possesses a "big picture" perspective and is well versed in systems.
• Has an entrepreneurial, inquisitive and innovative spirit.
• Passionate for managing projects to conclusion on time.
• Highly self-motivated; able to operate autonomously or on a team in a dynamic environment.
• Strong fit with the Company’s culture and unwavering commitment to customer (internal/external) satisfaction.
• Must be comfortable with and open to constant change in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to be flexible as priorities will shift.
• Positive attitude and a willingness to help others.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience processing and maintaining data records in business systems, with a strong focus on accuracy, completeness, and timely updates.
• Ability to manage multiple requests, deadlines, and priorities in a fast-paced environment while providing timely updates to stakeholders.
• Experience administering and supporting process improvements, software/workflow changes, or special projects, including documenting procedures and helping train others.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in leadership, mentorship is a plus.
• Prior experience in the trading card, retail distribution, or category management industry a plus.

Responsibilities

• Processing of data entry requests coming from the Forecasting, Account Management and Product Teams.
• Internal and external set-up of product offerings, production items, and merchandising displays.
• Inter-departmental communication.
• Working with Finance to obtain appropriate approvals for external pricing.
• Develop and maintain an effective mutually beneficial relationship with Forecasting, Finance, Product & Account Management teams, to support and contribute towards the overall metrics, strategic goals and objectives.
• Collaborate with the various departments to ensure internal & external set-up of stores & products in time for appropriate arrivals, production, and shipping, etc.
• Ensure accuracy of internal item set up stemming from multiple types of requests.
• Exercise effective time management with accurate and up to date information.
• Provide timely updates on all commitments, ensuring that there are no surprises.
• Coordinate with other functional areas, such as sales, marketing, finance, and production with products.
• Manage documents and understand the terminology and how they interrelate with the business.
• Provide timely updates in the company systems.
• Communicate to the right team members the current information.
• Work with all departments to lead and participate in special projects as assigned.
• Help determine workflow of new software system and organizational design, document and train others.

Benefits

• Annual merit increases
• Bonus based on company and individual performance
• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Disability insurance
• Health savings accounts
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) match of 100% on the first 3% and 50% for the next 2% of your contribution
• Wellness resources
• Employee assistance program
• Fitness discounts
• CALM app
• Access to a wellness professional
• Paid time off
• Vacation
• Salary continuance
• Country specific holidays
• Recognition of employee milestones including life events and service anniversaries

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level