AI Job Summary:
MDM Lead Location:
Quincy, MA (Remote/Onsite flexibility)
Job Type:
C2C |
Industry:
Retail, Supply Chain, ERP Transformation About the Role Join a high-impact team as the MDM Lead, where you'll drive the strategic vision and execution of master data management initiatives supporting a large-scale
SAP S/4HANA
transformation. As a cross-functional leader, you'll play a pivotal role in connecting product, vendor, and related master data into a unified, enterprise-ready data foundation. Collaborate with business, technology, finance, and supply chain experts to ensure seamless integration, governance, and readiness for SAP implementation—shaping the future of data management for a leading retail organization. Responsibilities
- Lead enterprise-wide master data management planning, connecting requirements across product, vendor, location, and related domains
- Translate cross-workstream SAP and business needs into actionable master data, process, governance, integration, and system requirements
- Partner with MDM, SAP, and Technology teams to prioritize enhancements, ensuring scalable and fit-for-purpose master data solutions
- Drive alignment with SAP workstreams (Supply Chain, Finance, Merchandising, Architecture, Integration, Reporting, Organizational Readiness)
- Define and clarify roles, responsibilities, and data ownership across all MDM platforms and SAP, managing lifecycle controls and synchronization
- Conduct process flow mapping, fit-gap assessments, and testing to ensure quality and readiness of master data designs
- Proactively identify and manage dependencies, risks, and sequencing across business and technology domains
- Manage data readiness for interim and coexistence states, maintaining business continuity during SAP transition
- Facilitate decisions and resolve conflicts through appropriate governance forums Required Skills and Experience
- 6+ years' progressive experience in master data management, enterprise systems, business transformation, or process design
- 3+ years' leadership of cross-functional teams or complex project delivery
- In-depth knowledge of master data governance, data quality, lifecycle management, and integration dependencies
- Strong experience translating business and SAP/ERP needs into data, system, and operational requirements
- Advanced skills in requirements management, process mapping, fit-gap analysis, and implementation planning
- Exceptional executive communication, facilitation, and stakeholder alignment skills
- Bachelor's degree in business, technology, supply chain, finance, or related field (or equivalent experience) Preferred Skills
- Experience with
SAP S/4HANA, SAP
Business Partner, product, vendor, or finance master data
- Familiarity with enterprise MDM platforms (e.g., Stibo Systems)
- Track record supporting large-scale ERP transformation and deployment
- Knowledge of retail, grocery, merchandising, procurement, or finance master data processes
- Certifications such as Lean/Six Sigma, PROSCI, data governance, or product management
- Master's degree Benefits
- Career growth within a high-visibility, enterprise transformation project
- Exposure to cutting-edge SAP and MDM technologies
- Collaborative, cross-functional work environment with seasoned industry leaders
- Flexible work arrangements
- Competitive compensation How to Apply Ready to be a strategic driver of enterprise data excellence?
Submit your resume and a brief summary of your SAP/MDM experience. Face-to-face interviews required. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.