GBO Key User - Master Data

Field of Work: Data Management; IT,
Location: Berlin 
Legal Entity: KWS Berlin GmbH 
Contract Type: Regular
Is Full Time: Yes
Job ID: 16614

KWS Berlin GmbH is looking for a GBO Key User - Master Data (m/f/d) who will support standardized, high-quality master data management across KWS Global Business Operations (GBO). You act as a key interface between business and IT, contribute to digital transformation initiatives such as the S/4HANA migration, and continuously improve processes, systems, and reporting to enable transparency, efficiency, and data-driven decisions.

This is a full-time position initially limited to 2 years and based in Berlin. 

Your Responsibilities:

• Manage projects and new process implementations that require significant technical and process knowledge


• Have the lead to standardized processes, automate tasks, and drive digital transformation within the GBO


• Provide technical expertise to support the definition of strategy, goals, and targets within the department


• Support the team with technical skills and guidance on tools, systems utilization


• Ensure the availability of proper reporting tools and systems for effective data analysis and decision-making


• Identify opportunities for improvement and efficiency gains through the adoption of innovative technologies and digital solutions


• Continuously evaluate and enhance reporting capabilities to enable better visibility and insights into operational performance


• Facilitate cross functional alignment and collaboration on IT solutions and processes


• Create transparency to stakeholders on department systems and technical developments in the company


• Foster a collaborative environment that encourages the exchange of ideas and knowledge

Function Specifics:

• Enable the GBO Master Data Management by continuously developing the processes as part of governance, systems and tools


• Support the implementation of MDM as part of transformation and migration activities to S4


• Serve as a liaison between GBO MDM, Global IT, Global Key Users, external service providers and other relevant stakeholders to ensure cross-functional alignment on IT solutions and processes


• Support the creation of Master Data guidelines as well as its documentation, analysis and optimization


• Support the definition, implementation, and enhancement of roles and authorizations of related systems

Your Profile:

• Academic degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Information Management, or a related field


• Deep understanding of master data processes abd  dependencies and cross‑functional impact on global business processes


• Solid hands‑on knowledge of SAP ECC and SAP S/4HANA master data, including integrations, interfaces, and data flows in complex landscapes


• Ability to analyze, structure, and visualize data and process flows effectively


• Strong problem‑solving mindset with a focus on digitalization and automation opportunities


• High level of ownership, attention to detail, and ability to work independently in complex environments


• Fluent in English. German or another European language is an advantage


• Experience in agriculture, production, manufacturing, or supply‑chain‑driven environments is a strong advantage

Your Benefits:

• We are an international team of open-minded people with diverse and cross-functional experience


• Interesting and challenging tasks and projects


• As a family business, we are guided by the values of closeness, reliability, vision and independence; this culture is lived in practice and ensures an open and friendly working atmosphere from day one


• The best of both worlds: KWS Berlin combines the security of a large, stable company with the passion of a start-up


• Our location in the heart of Berlin-Schöneberg is very modern; directly opposite the underground station Bülowstraße and with secured car & bicycle parking spaces


• We offer 30d holidays, flexible working hours, holiday and Christmas bonuses, company pension scheme, JobRad and/or Jobticket


• True to our motto "Make yourself grow", we support the professional and personal development of our employees

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About KWS

KWS is one of the world’s leading plant breeding companies. Nearly 5,000 employees in more than 70 countries generated net sales of around €1.68 billion in the fiscal year 2023/2024. A company with a tradition of family ownership, KWS has operated independently for almost 170 years. It focuses on plant breeding and the production and sale of seed for sugarbeet, corn, cereals, vegetables, oilseed rape and sunflower. KWS uses leading-edge plant breeding methods to continuously improve yield for farmers and plants’ resistance to diseases, pests and abiotic stress. To that end, the company invested more than €300 million last fiscal year in research and development. For more information: www.kws.com/career. Follow us on LinkedIn® at https://linkedin.com/company/kwsgroup/.

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