Manager, Master Data Management (MDM)

Motion Recruitment Partners LLC.
Needham, MA, United States
1 day ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$180,000.0 - $220,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Agile Methodology JIRA Data Cleansing Data Governance Data Migration Microsoft Project SAP ERP Salesforce.Com SAP NetWeaver Data Management Smartsheet Snowflake Information Technology
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SAP S/4HANA SAP MDG Data Management

Job description

What You Will Be Doing Daily Responsibilities

  • Lead enterprise-wide Master Data Management strategy and execution
  • Chair and facilitate the Data Governance Council, driving alignment on data ownership and standards
  • Prioritize MDM initiatives based on business value, risk, and resource availability
  • Define and enforce data governance policies, standards, hierarchies, and quality metrics
  • Serve as the primary escalation point for data-related risks, ownership conflicts, and project challenges
  • Oversee SAP master data initiatives including governance, migration, cleansing, and implementation activities
  • Partner with business leaders to translate complex data requirements into business outcomes
  • Lead and mentor data stewards, business analysts, functional leads, and external partners
  • Manage user acceptance testing, cutover planning, and post-go-live support activities
  • Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with strategic objectives
  • Drive continuous improvement in enterprise data quality and governance practices

Requirements

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in SAP master data management, enterprise data governance, and cross-functional leadership, along with a proven track record of delivering large-scale master data initiatives. Required Skills & Experience

  • 10+ years of project or program management experience within enterprise technology environments
  • 5+ years leading Master Data Management (MDM) initiatives in SAP ECC and/or S/4HANA environments
  • Deep understanding of SAP master data domains including material, customer, vendor, and finance data
  • Proven experience driving enterprise-wide data governance programs
  • Strong knowledge of data quality, data migration, data cleansing, and governance best practices
  • Demonstrated success influencing executive stakeholders and leading cross-functional initiatives
  • Experience managing program scope, budgets, timelines, and vendor relationships
  • Knowledge of Agile and Waterfall delivery methodologies
  • Experience with project management tools such as Jira, Microsoft Project, or Smartsheet
  • Strong communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills

Desired Skills & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field
  • Experience supporting SAP MDG implementations
  • Experience leading teams within manufacturing environments
  • Background supporting Order-to-Cash, Supply Chain, or Finance business processes
  • Experience working with enterprise platforms such as Salesforce, Snowflake, or similar ecosystems

Benefits & conditions

  • Competitive base salary: $180,000 - $220,000
  • Annual performance bonus
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Flexible work environment
  • Career growth within a global organization undergoing enterprise transformation

You will receive the following benefits:

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Benefits
  • Vision Benefits
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Parental and Adoption Leave
  • Employee Wellness Programs

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