Director, Global Master Data Management Governance

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New Jersey, +3 more states.

📋 Description

• Take ownership of the Global Master Data Management data landscape.

• Continuously evaluate and harmonize data requirements to align with business goals.

• Oversee the Global Master Data Management systems landscape.

• Lead the managed team and partners in executing systems-landscape priorities.

• Provide guidance and mentorship to associates in Global Master Data Management.

• Ensure team members possess the necessary technical and business skills to achieve objectives.

• Maintain relationships with partners and enhance their knowledge of MDM.

• Establish and sustain metrics to promote process improvements across MDM domains and environments.

• Make independent decisions and present recommendations on processes and policies to DePuy Synthes Information Technologies leadership.

• Collaborate with internal teams to define and gather requirements for programs interfacing with enterprise data warehouses, enterprise data lakes, and business solution environments.

• Identify and address shortcomings in departmental systems and data capabilities.

• Develop and lead initiatives aimed at improving MDM systems.

• Engage with executive leaders, directors, and managers for planning and executing improvement efforts.

• Lead the support for tools utilized in accessing data within MDM applications, including education, training, and tool development/enhancement.

• Communicate issues and opportunities to the upper management level.

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, legal, regulatory, and company policies.

• Perform other assigned duties as necessary.

• Scale the DePuy Synthes MDM ecosystem into a top-tier medallion architecture.

• Ensure a high-quality data environment that facilitates data-driven organizational insights.

⛳️ Requirements

• BS or BA degree (preferably in Business/IT), MBA or MS is preferred.

• A minimum of 10+ years of relevant work experience is required.

• Previous people management experience is essential.

• Experience in creating an Enterprise or Business-specific Master Data Management Strategy that supports complex data architecture, data governance frameworks, and AI data readiness.

• Proven track record of leading or mentoring teams to achieve quality and process enhancements.

• Experience in developing training materials and instructing individuals at all levels.

• Strong skills in project/account management and testing strategy.

• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines.

• Demonstrated success in working with outsourced partners and leading projects on time and within budget.

• Familiarity with Master Data Management, Supply Chain, R&D, Corporate, and Commercial Systems.

• Strong business acumen paired with technical skills.

• Excellent organizational, communication, social, and interpersonal abilities.

• Results-oriented problem-solving and resolution skills.

• Strong critical thinking capabilities.

• Ability to operate within a matrix reporting structure and as part of a project team.

• Capability to engage with senior management and exercise independent judgment in business decisions.

• Preferred: experience as an analyst; familiarity with call center support structure/process; knowledge of process improvement tools such as SFE or LEAN/Six Sigma; experience with query and report writing tools; knowledge of Incentive Compensation Systems; proficiency in PC software such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Windows.

🏝️ Benefits

• Pension plan.

• 401(k) savings plan.

• Long-term incentive program.

• Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year.

• Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year.

• Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – 13 days per calendar year.

• Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year.

• Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child.

• Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member; 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year.

• Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period.

• Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year.

• Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year.

• Inclusive interview process and disability accommodations.