Master Data Manager

Master Data Manager

Our client is a life sciences organization focused on delivering high-quality solutions in a regulated environment. They value collaboration, data integrity, continuous improvement, and disciplined processes that support growth and operational excellence.

Our client is seeking a Master Data Manager to own the quality, consistency, and governance of operational master data. This role will establish data standards, maintain critical master data domains across ERP and related systems, improve data quality, and ensure information is accurate, scalable, and audit-ready.

You are an experienced master data professional who combines strong analytical skills with a practical approach to governance. You can investigate complex data issues, establish clear standards, and influence teams across the organization. You are detail-oriented, comfortable managing competing priorities, and skilled at translating technical data requirements for non-technical stakeholders.

Own master data standards, data dictionaries, naming conventions, lifecycle policies, and governance processes across core operational data domains.

Govern master data covering organizational structures, products, customers, suppliers, inventory and batches, trade compliance, serialization, and pricing.

Serve as the escalation point for master data conflicts, duplicate records, and data quality issues.

Partner with IT on ERP configuration, data architecture, integrations, governance tools, system upgrades, and data migrations.

Maintain standardized, current, and audit-ready master data processes and documentation.

Design validation rules, field-level controls, and duplicate-check processes that prevent errors at the point of data creation.

Conduct routine data audits, investigate discrepancies, identify root causes, and drive corrective actions.

Define and report data quality KPIs, including completeness, accuracy, timeliness, and duplication rates.

Partner with Supply Chain, Commercial, Finance, Regulatory, Customer Care, Procurement, and other teams to improve data accuracy and discipline.

Support new product launches, market expansions, regulatory activities, and other business initiatives by ensuring required master data is complete and accurate.

Provide training and guidance on master data policies, entry standards, and change-request procedures.

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, Supply Chain, Data Science, or a related field.

At least 7 years of experience in master data management, data governance, or ERP data administration within manufacturing, medical device, or life sciences.

Hands-on experience configuring and administering master data within a major ERP platform.

Hands-on experience with AI business use cases.

Experience owning multiple master data domains, such as product, customer, vendor, and pricing data.

Experience implementing data validation rules, error-proofing controls, and data quality KPI programs.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and data reporting or business intelligence tools.

Ability to drive data discipline across teams without direct authority over data-entry personnel.

Experience with trade compliance, serialization, or regulatory data domains is preferred.

Experience working in a regulated quality environment is preferred.

Familiarity with global identification standards and pharmaceutical or medical device serialization frameworks is preferred.

A master's degree, MBA, or recognized data management or governance certification is a plus.

Your well-being matters. The benefits package is designed to support your health, financial future, and life outside of work.

Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Protection for you and your family: Life and AD&D insurance

Income protection: Short- and long-term disability coverage

Plan for your future: 401(k) with a generous company match

Flexible health care savings: HSA and FSA options with company contributions

Support your well-being: Access to a comprehensive wellness program

Resources when you need them: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Time to recharge: Generous paid time off (PTO)

The benefits are designed to provide meaningful support across the different stages of your career and life, helping you take care of what matters today while planning for the future.

Our client believes that diversity fuels innovation, strengthens teams, and drives success. They are committed to fostering a workplace where every individual—regardless of background—feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. Discrimination or harassment of any kind is strictly prohibited.

Our client does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Their commitment extends beyond compliance; they actively cultivate an inclusive culture where diverse perspectives are welcomed, and every employee has an equal opportunity to contribute and succeed.