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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead, Master Data Mgmt - **Company:** Messer North America, Inc. - **Location:** Bridgewater, NJ, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $109,000.0 - $131,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** SAP Cloud, Agile Methodology, Data Architecture, Data Governance, Data Integration, Data Security, Data Structures, Design of User Interfaces, Meta-Data Management, Salesforce.Com, SAP (Applications), Systems Integration, SAP MDG, Data Management, TIBCO (Software) - **Published:** July 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gikkun ## About the Role * Must understand complex technical intricacies and how to solve with applicable solutions * Experience implementing and enforcing master data governance policies & procedures * Sufficient hands-on experience in at least 3 of the following areas - reference data management, metadata management, data quality, data standardization, data security * In-depth knowledge of Agile principles and methodology * Successfully managed a large MDM program and application implementation within the construct of a broader Master Data Governance program * Excellent verbal and written communication skills * Self-driven and motivated with the ability to manage time and work effectively * High level of comfort in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment * Ability to drive solutions to complex problems in an environment with many intricate business factors * Team player who works well with others * Willingness to take the lead * Proven experience in data and solutions architecture, preferably within a manufacturing environment Basic Requirements: * Bachelor's degree required * 5-7 years work experience in MDM, data governance, data architecture, with at least 3-5 in a lead role in an enterprise environment * 5+ years experience in data integrations and data modeling in an MDM capacity Preferred Requirements: * Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP) certification a plus * Ideal candidate would have experience implementing and architecting leading MDM solutions such as Informatica, Profisee, SAP MDG, Reltio, Tibco, etc. * Experience in SAP and Salesforce (SFDC) a plus * Experience in SAP Datasphere and SAP Analytics Cloud a plus ## Description The MDM Lead will be responsible for leading the coordination and execution of our MDM strategy. The role requires a blend of deep technical MDM transformation experience and the ability to partner with the business in a cross-functional, matrixed organization. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in SAP and implementing enterprise-wide technical MDM projects within a broader data governance framework. The role will also be responsible for implementing and managing the future technical MDM solution in accordance with Messer's IS policies and procedures., * Manage Master Data Projects from idea to execution, change management and training * Lead and coach in best practices for improving master data structures * Identify gaps in current state data structures, working with management to address through long-term strategic roadmap * Provide consult and thought leadership to larger organizational projects & initiatives where data is a central component of success * Guide and mentor data stewards on defining and maintaining governance, quality, compliance, and security for customer, vendor, and material master data * Lead coordination of MDM program strategy * Partner with management on vendor selection process for MDM application * Act as product owner of future MDM application * Manage 3rd party vendor relationships for MDM, data quality, validation services * Design enterprise MDM architecture solutions, including data models, user interfaces, workflows, and integrations * Oversee the MDM integrations and data migrations strategy * Develop architecture blueprints and detailed documentation that align to business objectives and meet Messer standards on compliance, security, and performance ## Related Videos - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [Blueprints for Success: Steering a Global Data & AI Architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1577-blueprints-for-success-steering-a-global-data-ai-architecture) - [Crypto-secure Data Management with In-Database Blockchain](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/632-crypto-secure-data-management-with-in-database-blockchain) - [Beyond GPT: Building Unified GenAI Platforms for the Enterprise of Tomorrow](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1525-beyond-gpt-building-unified-genai-platforms-for-the-enterprise-of-tomorrow) - [The Data Mesh as the end of the Datalake as we know it](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/156-the-data-mesh-as-the-end-of-the-datalake-as-we-know-it) - [Web-based Information Visualization](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/84-web-based-information-visualization) ## Related Articles - [Best Companies to Work For in Berlin: Top 14 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/188-best-companies-to-work-for-in-berlin-top-14-companies-in-2023) - [Best Companies to Work For in Germany: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/33-best-companies-to-work-for-in-germany-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Everything a Developer Needs to Know About MCP with Neo4j](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/604-everything-a-developer-needs-to-know-about-mcp-with-neo4j) - [Best Coding Boot Camps in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/237-best-coding-boot-camps-in-germany) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)