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, consistently evaluating and harmonizing the data requirements of the organization.

• Manage the global Master Data Management systems landscape, guiding teams and partners on landscape priorities.

• Provide leadership and mentorship to associates within the Global Master Data Management organization.

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

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

• Establish and uphold metrics aimed at driving process enhancements across MDM domains and environments.

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

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

• Identify and address deficiencies within departmental systems and data capabilities.

• Develop and spearhead MDM systems improvement initiatives to boost efficiency or enhance operational performance.

• Engage with executive leaders, directors, and managers to plan and implement improvement efforts.

• Support functions in utilizing MDM tools through education, training, and the development and enhancement of tools.

• Communicate issues and opportunities to the next level of management.

• Ensure adherence to health, safety, environmental, federal, state, local, and company regulations.

• Scale the DePuy Synthes MDM ecosystem into a top-tier medallion architecture that supports enterprise applications and AI environments.

• Ensure a high-quality data environment to enable data-driven community insights.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree; MBA or MS is preferred.

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

• Prior experience in people management is necessary.

• Proven experience in creating Enterprise or Business-specific Master Data Management strategies that support complex data architectures, data governance frameworks, and AI data readiness.

• Demonstrated success in leading or mentoring teams to achieve quality and process improvements.

• 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 tight deadlines.

• Proven record of successful collaboration with outsourcing partners and delivering projects on time and within budget.

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

• Strong business acumen coupled with technical expertise.

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

• Results-oriented with strong problem-solving and resolution capabilities.

• Critical thinking abilities.

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

• Ability to collaborate with senior management and exercise independent business judgment.

• Preferred: Experience as an analyst; experience with call center support structures/processes; knowledge of process improvement tools such as SFE or LEAN/Six Sigma.

• Proficiency in query and report writing tools, Incentive Compensation Systems, and PC software including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Windows.

🏝️ Benefits

• Retirement plan (pension).

• Savings plan (401(k)).

• Long-term incentive program.

• Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year.

• Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year; 48 hours for Colorado residents; 56 hours for Washington residents.

• 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 birth/adoption/foster care.

• 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.