The Director Global Master Data Management & Governance will be responsible for defining and executing a strategic vision for master data management (MDM) and governance across the company’s global operations. This high-impact role ensures data quality, accuracy, and integrity within SAP S/4HANA and MDG to support procurement, supply chain, manufacturing, warehousing, and engineering functions.

The Director, Global Master Data Management & Governance, will define and execute a strategic vision for enterprise-wide MDM and governance in a complex, multi-site global manufacturing environment. This role reports directly to the COO and will serve as a key member of the extended leadership team, driving cross-functional alignment, data integrity, and digital transformation initiatives that directly impact corporate strategy and operational excellence.

Our client is a well-established, global corporation and a recognized manufacturing leader of advanced materials. With a diverse product portfolio—including elastomers, thermoplastics, and composites engineered for extreme environments—they serve key markets such as Aerospace, Energy, Semiconductor, Life Sciences, and Industrial sectors.

With a focus on innovation and operational excellence, this company is dedicated to optimizing business processes through robust data governance and technology integration. This is an opportunity to lead a critical function in an inclusive, collaborative environment that values diversity and celebrates success.

• $200–240K base salary, 35% annual bonus, and participation in a long-term incentive plan (LTIP). Also includes 20 PTO days, comprehensive health benefits, and a hybrid work structure.

• Lead the development and execution of a global MDM strategy aligned with corporate objectives and digital transformation goals.
• Establish and maintain robust data governance frameworks to ensure data quality, accuracy, and compliance.
• Champion global master data standardization and serve as an executive sponsor for data governance transformation programs.
• Oversee material master and customer master data processes, optimizing data workflows in SAP S/4HANA and MDG.
• Lead and mentor a global Master Data Team, fostering a high-performance culture and continuous improvement mindset.
• Partner with executive leadership in IT, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Commercial functions to embed MDM practices across the enterprise.
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for data accuracy, completeness, and governance adherence.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks, including GDPR and SOX, while supporting data-driven decision-making.
• Identify and lead process improvement initiatives to enhance data utilization and governance effectiveness.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for MDM strategy, execution, and issue resolution.
• Provide executive-level reporting and updates to the COO and leadership team on MDM program performance, risk, and compliance.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in Technical Field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Industry Experience: Minimum 10 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role with global accountability for master data governance, data analytics or related domains in a manufacturing or materials engineering environment is required.
• Leadership Experience: 5 years of leadership experience is required, preferably with teams focused on Master Data. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership and a track record of building or evolving high-performing teams in a global setting.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Strong experience with SAP is required. Experience with S4Hana preferred. Experience with MDG is preferred but not mandatory, provided the candidate has a solid foundation in SAP systems and understands master data workflows.
  • Familiarity with SQL, data modeling, and data profiling tools is beneficial.
  • Knowledge of data structures and hierarchies related to manufacturing (e.g., materials, business partners, work orders, routings).
  • Understanding of PLM systems and SAP data integrations is a plus.
• Change Management & Problem-Solving: Demonstrated ability to lead transformation initiatives and improve governance processes while managing through ambiguity and complex challenges.
• Business Acumen: Ability to align data governance strategies with enterprise-level goals, optimizing data quality to support operational performance.
• Collaboration & Influence: Proven ability to work effectively across global teams, influencing stakeholders from technical, commercial, and executive leadership levels.
• Execution-Oriented: Experience driving and executing MDM frameworks or large-scale data governance efforts that deliver measurable business value.