As pioneers and global leader, Hiab is ambitious to write forward our success story, inspiring and shaping our industry. The world in which we operate with our class-leading products, intelligent services and innovative digital solutions is constantly changing.
Purpose of the position
As a Junior Specialist, Vendor Master Data at Hiab, you’ll be at the heart of our procurement and finance operations—ensuring vendor information is accurate, consistent, and fully aligned with global compliance standards. From onboarding new vendors to maintaining and updating critical data, your work will help enable seamless purchasing, payments, and supplier collaboration across the organization.
This role offers a unique entry point into global master data and supply chain processes. You’ll work closely with procurement, finance, and IT teams, gaining hands-on experience with ERP systems and understanding how high-quality vendor data supports the entire source-to-pay cycle. If you’re detail-oriented, process-driven, and ready to grow in a dynamic and supportive environment—Hiab is the perfect place to begin your journey in data excellence.
Main tasks and responsibilities
Perform daily customer master data activities with focus on accuracy and timeliness
Create, update, and maintain customer records in line with company standards
Manage service tickets from internal teams and external partners, ensuring timely resolution and clear communication
Collaborate with teams like Credit & Collections, AR, Sales Support, Customer Service, and IT to ensure data consistency
Support the Invoice-to-Cash process by maintaining reliable data for invoicing, reporting, and order processing
Provide input on system enhancements, support testing, and help implement changes affecting customer data
Investigate discrepancies and recurring issues, escalating to the Team Lead when necessary
Participate in data validation during monthly and quarterly closings to ensure accuracy and completeness
Monitor data quality metrics and suggest improvements to drive efficiency and compliance
Ensure adherence to internal controls, policies, and data governance standards
Support Team Lead in communication and escalations for complex or urgent cases
Promote data ownership, accuracy, and a culture of continuous improvement within the team
What you’ll need to succeed
Education
Minimum Bachelor Degree in Economics, Business, Finance or related, obtained or currently in progress.
Experience
0 -1 years of experience of relevant experience in an international environment
Competencies
Detail-oriented
Strong customer service focus and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical, problem solving, organizational and communication skills
Time Management and ability to prioritise
SAP experience is an advantage
Proficiency in computer applications including Microsoft Excel (Pivot tables, VLOOKUP, Charts), Powerpoint and process mapping tools, Google Workspace
Full professional proficiency of written and oral English required
Display a strong work ethic and ability to comply with internal controls and policies
You will be part of
We offer you the chance to apply your skills and grow within a dynamic, global organization. You'll have opportunities to develop both professionally and personally while working alongside friendly, motivated colleagues in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Benefits include:
If you are interested, please submit your application and CV in English.
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Hiab (Nasdaq Helsinki: HIAB) is a leading provider of smart and sustainable on road load-handling solutions, committed to delivering the best customer experience every day with the most engaged people and partners. Hiab's premium equipment includes HIAB, EFFER and ARGOS loader cranes, MOFFETT and PRINCETON truck mounted forklifts, LOGLIFT forestry cranes, JONSERED recycling cranes, MULTILIFT skiploaders and hooklifts, GALFAB roll-off cable hoists, ZEPRO, DEL and WALTCO tail lifts, and the service brand HIPERFORM, a comprehensive suite of smart solutions that help maximise the life-cycle value of Hiab’s equipment.
As the industry pioneer, Hiab continues to make on road load-handling smarter, safer and more sustainable to build a better tomorrow. Globally, Hiab is represented on every continent through its extensive network of 3,000 own and partner sales and service locations, enabling delivery to over 100 countries. The company's continuing operations sales in 2024 totalled approximately EUR 1.6 billion and it employs over 4,000 people. www.hiabgroup.com