Global Product Information Analyst II

Franklin Electric•Fort Wayne, IN

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Global Product Information Analyst II is responsible for managing and governing product data across the Product Information Management (PIM) system and ERP, with a focus on data quality, enrichment, governance execution, and continuous improvement of product data architecture to support omnichannel, digital, and commercial use cases. This role partners closely with Digital & eCommerce, Commercial, Product Management, IT, and regional teams to ensure product information is accurate, accessible, compliant, and consistently structured across internal systems and external channels. Franklin Electric is a diverse team of innovators making a positive global impact since 1944. We offer innovative water solutions, ensuring access, treatment, and efficient management of this vital resource. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our innovative products, industry leading quality products, exceptional customer service, employee development, and passion for social responsibility. Join us to create a better future while growing professionally in a supportive environment!

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Product Information Management, Master Data Management, Data Architecture, Business Intelligence, Information Science, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline (required)
3+ years of experience working with databases and data modeling (required)
Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, including large‑dataset analysis and data validation
Strong knowledge of databases, data modeling, and master data concepts
Demonstrated experience acquiring, cleansing, enriching, and governing large volumes of structured product data
Strong proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools (Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams)
Understanding of omnichannel product data requirements (websites, marketplaces, customer tools)
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and root‑cause analysis skills
Process‑driven mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and scalability
Highly organized, self‑starter with the ability to operate independently in a global environment
Ability to coordinate cross‑functional and cross‑regional efforts effectively
Strong attention to detail, particularly in managing data quality, validation, and governance standards
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate technical data concepts to business stakeholders
Advanced Microsoft Excel (Power Query, Pivot Tables, advanced formulas; experience working with large datasets)
Intermediate SQL (reading and writing queries for data validation, auditing, and analysis)
Microsoft 365 (Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams)

Nice To Haves

Hands‑on experience with Product Information Management systems (strongly preferred)
Experience supporting eCommerce, digital platforms, or data syndication use cases (preferred)
Familiarity with ERP systems (Oracle E1 desired) and modern PIM platforms (e.g., Akeneo, Salsify, Informatica – preferred)
Python (data cleansing, automation, scripting to support exports/imports, data workflows, web scraping)
R Project (data analysis / data exploration; acceptable alternative to Python in many data-handling role requirements)
Microsoft Power BI (data modeling, basic DAX, dashboard consumption and validation)
ERP systems (Oracle E1 desired) with understanding of master data structures and dependencies
Microsoft Power Automate
Data modeling concepts (attributes, hierarchies, taxonomies, relationships)
Integration concepts between PIM, ERP, DAM, CRM, and eCommerce platforms
Mass‑update, automation, and data import/export techniques (CSV, flat files, system tools)
Familiarity with digital and omnichannel data requirements (websites, marketplaces, customer tools)

Responsibilities

Lead implementation, optimization, and ongoing improvement of ERP and PIM system architecture, workflows, and integrations
Drive global product data governance execution, including taxonomy, attribute frameworks, definitions, naming conventions, and business rules
Ensure global data compliance and integrity by designing and maintaining audit methodologies, dashboards, and scorecards, and actively engaging product teams to close gaps
Partner with Digital, eCommerce, and Commercial teams to ensure product information supports omnichannel requirements, SEO, and customer experience standards
Develop scalable methods for accessing, distributing, and syndicating product data to internal systems, customer tools, and external platforms
Monitor and coordinate global enrichment activities, providing direction and prioritization to data entry and regional resources
Identify automation, mass‑update, and efficiency opportunities within PIM and ERP to reduce manual effort and improve time‑to‑market
Contribute to roadmap discussions for PIM, DAM, and adjacent systems, incorporating evolving business and market requirements
Support ad hoc data governance activities, including data quality investigations, standards definition, ownership alignment, and cross‑domain data initiatives beyond product information