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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Manager, Master Data Management (MDM) - **Company:** Motion Recruitment Partners LLC. - **Location:** Needham, MA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $180,000.0 - $220,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, JIRA, Data Cleansing, Data Governance, Data Migration, Microsoft Project, SAP ERP, Salesforce.Com, SAP NetWeaver Data Management, Smartsheet, Snowflake, Information Technology, SAP S/4HANA, SAP MDG, Data Management - **Published:** September 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/0a26cdaf-899a-47a5-a553-451721ee9b08 ## About the Role 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 ## 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 ## Related Videos - [Headless by Design: Building Enterprise Systems That Agents Can Actually Use](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100092-headless-by-design-building-enterprise-systems-that-agents-can-actually-use) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [Blueprints for Success: Steering a Global Data & AI Architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1577-blueprints-for-success-steering-a-global-data-ai-architecture) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) - [Empowering Retail Through Applied Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/976-empowering-retail-through-applied-machine-learning) - [Integrate your Cognitive Assistant with 3rd-party DBs and software](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/249-integrate-your-cognitive-assistant-with-3rd-party-dbs-and-software) ## 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) - [The Biggest German Tech Companies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/424-the-biggest-german-tech-companies) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Data Analyst Salary Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/277-data-analyst-salary-germany) - [Best Coding Boot Camps in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/237-best-coding-boot-camps-in-germany)