> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2595342-director-master-data-governance-management](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2595342-director-master-data-governance-management). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Director, Master Data Governance & Management - **Company:** Alcon Inc - **Location:** Fort Worth, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Franchise - **Skills:** Data Governance, SAP MDG, Data Management - **Published:** August 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/86708655/1 ## About the Role * Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +18 yrs; Assoc.+14 yrs; M.S.+7 yrs; PhD+6 yrs) * The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English * 10 Years of Relevant Experience * 6 Years of Demonstrated Leadership * Location: Onsite * Travel Requirements: 0 - 10%, * Extensive experience leading Master Data Governance and global process ownership in complex, multinational environments * Deep functional expertise in SAP MDG and supply chain and commercial master data domains * Proven success driving enterprise digital transformation, automation, and standardization * Strong executive presence with the ability to influence across functions and geographies * Demonstrated experience building and leading highperforming global teams * Track record of delivering measurable business impact through data quality, governance, and operational excellence ## Description * Lead and evolve Alcon's global Master Data Governance organization, building strong stewardship, accountability, and operational rigor * Define and implement a futurestate MDG operating model across Supply Chain and Commercial domains * Own SAP MDG implementation, adoption, and optimization, including standard workflows, automation, and embedded data quality controls * Serve as Global Process Owner for Product/Material Master Data, driving alignment across Finance, QA, Manufacturing, Planning, Distribution, Warehousing, and IT * Establish enterprise data governance frameworks, KPIs, and performance dashboards to ensure accuracy, consistency, compliance, and scalability * Drive digital enablement through automation and AIenabled tools (e.g., classification, validation, enrichment, duplicate detection) * Ensure master data readiness for commercial launches, IBP, CRM, MES, and system integrations * Act as a trusted partner to senior business leaders and the voice of master data within global digital transformation initiatives * Provide expertise for major enterprise initiatives including new product launches, acquisitions/divestitures, planning transformations, and network changes * Ensure adherence to internal controls, regulatory requirements, and external compliance standards ## Related Videos - [Data Governance in the Era of AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1622-data-governance-in-the-era-of-ai) - [Empowering Retail Through Applied Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/976-empowering-retail-through-applied-machine-learning) - [It's all about the Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/425-it-s-all-about-the-data) - [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) - [AI beyond the code: Master your organisational AI implementation.](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1248-ai-beyond-the-code-master-your-organisational-ai-implementation) - [Unlocking Value from Data: The Key to Smarter Business Decisions-](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1367-unlocking-value-from-data-the-key-to-smarter-business-decisions) ## Related Articles - [Data Analyst Salary Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/277-data-analyst-salary-germany) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [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) - [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) - [Why Blockchain? A Developer’s Perspective](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/616-why-blockchain-a-developer-s-perspective)