Master Data Manager

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Master Data Manager (hands-on) Status: Exempt, Full-time Location: Anaheim, CA Work Schedule : Hybrid Position Summary: Lead the enterprise Master Data Management (MDM) function to ensure trusted, governed, and business-aligned data across ERP, MES, PLM, CRM, and supporting systems. This role is accountable for enabling operational efficiency, supply chain accuracy, financial integrity, and regulatory compliance through high-quality master data. Responsibilities: Define and operationalize enterprise data governance framework Establish and lead data stewardship council across business functions Assign and enforce data ownership and accountability by domain Develop and maintain data dictionaries, standards, and business rules Ensure alignment between IT governance and business process ownership Own and continuously improve data quality KPIs (accuracy, completeness, consistency, timeliness) Implement data profiling, monitoring, and remediation processes Lead root cause analysis for recurring data issues Own selection, implementation, and optimization of MDM platforms/tools Define system-of-record architecture across ERP, MES, CRM Ensure synchronization and integrity of master data across systems Support ERP/MES upgrades and transformations with strong data governance Partner with business leaders to embed data accountability into operations Lead remediation of audit findings related to master data Reduce operational and financial risk caused by data errors Define and publish enterprise data quality dashboards Partner with BI/analytics teams to improve reporting accuracy Experience 7–10+ years in Master Data Management, Data Governance, or Data Stewardship Strong experience in manufacturing environments Deep expertise in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Infor, Epicor) Experience integrating ERP with MES, PLM, and CRM systems Technical Skills SQL and data analysis tools Experience with MDM platforms (e.g., Informatica, IBM, SAP MDG, Profisee, etc.) Data quality tools and profiling techniques Understanding of data architecture and system integration Nice-to-Have Experience supporting ERP transformations or carve-outs Certification in Data Management (e.g., DAMA CDMP)