Associate Director – Senior Manager, Global Master Data Management Engineering/Ops

Johnson & Johnson

. Own the Global Master Data Management platform data landscape .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $122,000 - $212,750 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Master Data Management (MDM) platform technologies, including SAP MDG and Reltio, while leading teams to enhance data governance and operational performance. Proven ability to develop and implement data strategies that support enterprise applications and AI environments.

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Master Data ManagementSAP MDGReltioData GovernanceProject Management

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Hard Skills

Data ArchitectureData ModelingData IntegrationData DistributionProcess ImprovementTraining DevelopmentTesting StrategyQuery and Report-WritingAI Data ReadinessBusiness Master Data Management

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationProblem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Incentive Compensation SystemsExcelWordPowerPointMicrosoft Windows

Industry Keywords

Supply ChainR&DCorporate SystemsCommercial SystemsHealth Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the Global Master Data Management platform data landscape
Continuously assess and harmonize data needs to support business objectives
Build and configure MDM platforms, workflows, data models, and agents
Deliver integrations and data distribution to downstream systems
Oversee availability, security, performance, releases, patching, access, and environment health of MDM platforms
Own strategic processes, projects, and day-to-day operations across MDM data, systems, and infrastructure
Support Commercial, Supply Chain, R&D, and Corporate Systems and their connections to enterprise data warehouses, data lakes, and business solutions
Provide leadership and mentorship to Global MDM Engineering/Ops associates
Ensure team members develop the technical and business skills needed to meet objectives
Maintain partner relationships and develop MDM knowledge and process understanding
Establish and maintain metrics to drive process improvements across MDM domains and environments
Make independent decisions and present process or policy recommendations to DePuy Synthes Information Technologies leadership
Partner with internal teams on requirements definition and gathering
Lead systems improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and operational performance
Engage executive leaders, directors, and managers in planning and executing improvement efforts
Support education, training, tool development, and enhancement for MDM application data access
Communicate issues and opportunities to the next management level
Ensure applicable health, safety, environmental, regulatory, policy, and procedure compliance
Perform other assigned duties
Scale the MDM ecosystem into a global best-in-class medallion architecture supporting enterprise applications and AI environments
Enable a high-quality data environment and data-driven organizational insights

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS or BA degree; MBA or MS also listed
Minimum 8+ years of work experience required, preferably in a related field
Prior people management experience required
Experience with MDM platform technologies, including SAP MDG and Reltio, for implementation and support
Experience creating Enterprise or Business Master Data Management strategies supporting multifaceted data architecture, data governance, and AI data readiness
Track record of leading or mentoring teams to achieve quality and process improvements
Experience developing training materials and instructing others at all levels
Strong project/account management and testing strategy skills
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple initiatives in a dynamic environment with tight timelines
Proven success working with outsource partners and leading projects on time and on budget
Experience with Master Data Management, Supply Chain, R&D, Corporate, and Commercial Systems
Strong business acumen and technical skills
Strong organizational, communication, social, and interpersonal skills
Results-oriented problem-solving and resolution skills
Good critical thinking skills
Ability to work in a matrix reporting structure and as part of a project team
Ability to harmonize with senior management and exercise independent discernment in business decisions
Preferred: Analyst experience; call center support structure/process experience; SFE or LEAN/Six Sigma process improvement tools
Proficiency in query and report-writing tools, Incentive Compensation Systems, and PC software such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Windows

Benefits

Comp & perks

Participation in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension)
Savings plan (401(k))
Eligibility for the Company’s 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 the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
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
Inclusive interview process and disability accommodations