Senior Manager - Master Data & Governance

Job-ID: 107404Category: QualityLocation: Chicago, IL, United StatesWorkplace: On-siteSchedule: Full time, 1Posted: 2026-10-20The Master Data Management & Governance Lead will establish and lead S&C's enterprise master data capability as part of the Global Business Systems (GBS) transformation. This role is responsible for defining the strategy, governance framework, operating model, standards, and processes required to ensure master data is accurate, consistent, trusted, and aligned with business objectives.Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow’s energy challenges and become an employee-ownerHours:8:00 am – 5:00 pm (Monday-Friday) OnsiteCompensation:At S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members, and we are committed to transparency in our pay practices. The estimated annual base salary range for this position is $170,302 - $225,644. Individual pay within this salary range is determined by several compensable factors, including performance, knowledge, job-related skills and experience, and relevant education or training. This role is also eligible for S&C’s annual incentive plan (AIP), subject to eligibility criteria.Join Our Team as a Senior Manager-Master Data & Governance!Essential Functions:Master Data Stategy & ManagementDevelop and execute the enterprise Master Data Management (MDM) strategy aligned with the GBS vision and roadmap.Define the future-state operating model for master data management across the organization.Establish standards, policies, processes, and controls for managing master data throughout its lifecycle.Drive alignment between business objectives, process design, and data requirements.Ensure master data is treated as a strategic business asset.Data GovernanceEstablish and lead the enterprise data governance framework.Define data ownership, stewardship, accountability, and decision-making structures.Create governance councils, escalation processes, and data review forums.Develop and maintain data standards, naming conventions, and governance policies.Facilitate cross-functional decisions regarding data definitions, ownership, and business rules.ERP & Business TransformationPartner with GBS workstreams throughout Blueprinting, Detailed Design, Build, Testing, and Deployment.Ensure business processes, system designs, and reporting requirements are supported by robust master data practices.Support data migration strategy, cleansing, enrichment, validation, and readiness activities.Identify data dependencies and risks that may impact business transformation objectives.Collaborate with implementation partners and functional teams to define master data requirements.Data Quality & Continuous ImprovementEstablish data quality metrics, scorecards, and reporting mechanisms.Monitor and improve data accuracy, completeness, consistency, and integrity.Lead issue identification, root cause analysis, and remediation efforts.Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance data quality and business performance.Partner with business leaders to prioritize and resolve data-related challenges.Organizational Capability & Change LeadershipBuild and develop a network of Data Owners and Data Stewards across the business.Define roles, responsibilities, and expectations for data management activities.Deliver education, training, and awareness programs to strengthen data accountability.Promote a culture of data ownership and informed decision-making.Support organizational change management activities related to data and process transformation.Master Data DomainsThis role will provide leadership across key master data domains, including:Item MasterBill of Material (BOM)Customer MasterSupplier/Vendor MasterManufacturing and Operations DataFinance Master DataOrganizational and Employee DataOther enterprise reference data as requiredSkills, Knowledge & Experience:Proven strategic and technically strong cross‑functional leader with extensive experience in driving process excellence and partnering effectively across IT, engineering, and manufacturing.Experienced hands‑on implementation leader with a track record of ensuring new processes function reliably in real‑world execution.Recognized as a high‑impact change agent with demonstrated success guiding teams through large‑scale transformation.Experienced in aligning diverse stakeholders through clear, compelling communication of business value and intent (“the why”).Proven capability to navigate and resolve complex cross‑functional tradeoffs while maintaining enterprise alignment.Demonstrated strength in driving sustained adoption of new processes, behaviors, and operating models.Strong ability to proactively identify risks, remove barriers, and reinforce consistent, scalable ways of working.Track record of ensuring transformation initiatives are fully embraced, embedded, and continuously improved across the organization.Excellnce in change managementAbility to thrive in ambiguity and transformation environmentsBachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or related field.8+ years of experience in Master Data Management, Data Governance, ERP, or Business Transformation.Experience establishing or leading enterprise data governance initiatives.Experience supporting ERP implementations, preferably Oracle Cloud.Strong understanding of manufacturing, supply chain, finance, and operational processes.Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive cross-functional alignment.Experience within manufacturing or industrial organizations.Experience building data governance or master data capabilities from the ground up.Knowledge of Oracle Cloud applications and data structures.CDMP or similar data management certification.Experience leading data-related organizational change initiatives.PreferredExperience in a large (2+ billion-dollar revenue) B2B manufacturing companyEducation & Minimum Qualifications:Required Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or related field.8+ years of experience in Master Data Management, Data Governance, ERP, or Business Transformation.Experience establishing or leading enterprise data governance initiatives.Experience supporting ERP implementations, preferably Oracle Cloud.Strong understanding of manufacturing, supply chain, finance, and operational processes.Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive cross-functional alignment.Preferred Experience within manufacturing or industrial organizations.Experience building data governance or master data capabilities from the ground up.Knowledge of Oracle Cloud applications and data structures.CDMP or similar data management certification.Experience leading data-related organizational change initiativesS&C Electric is committed to equal-opportunity employment. All employees and applicants will be considered without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at View email address on click.appcast.io fixed deadline#LI-KD1About the organizationIn (Production Operations/QA) we are responsible for maintaining S&C's longstanding reputation for quality products. While constantly integrating the latest technology into S&C's processes and adhering to the highest standards of quality, our work solidifies the trust our customers have in S&C that our equipment will be integral to solving tomorrow's energy challenges. We strive for continuous improvement in everything we do, knowing that our work impacts our customers, out team members, and our world.