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 achieve significant quality and process improvements. Possesses strong project management skills and the ability to develop and implement data governance frameworks and strategies.

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Master Data Management (MDM) Platform TechnologiesProject Management SkillsData Governance FrameworkPeople Management ExperienceTraining Material Development

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Hard Skills

SAP MDGReltioData GovernanceProcess ImprovementQuery and Report-Writing ToolsIncentive Compensation SystemsExcelWordPowerPointMicrosoft Windows

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCritical-Thinking Skills

Tools & Technologies

Enterprise Data WarehouseEnterprise Data LakeMDM ApplicationsSFELEAN/Six Sigma

Industry Keywords

Master Data ManagementSupply ChainR&DCorporate SystemsCommercial Systems

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the Global Master Data Management platform data landscape
Continuously assess and harmonize data needs to optimally drive business objectives
Provide leadership and mentorship to associates within the Global Master Data Management Engineering/Ops organization
Ensure team members have the technical and business skills needed to meet objectives
Maintain strong working relationships with partners and develop their MDM knowledge
Establish and maintain metrics to drive process improvements across MDM domains and environments/platforms
Make independent decisions and present process and policy recommendations to DePuy Synthes Information Technologies leadership
Partner with internal teams on requirements definition and gathering for programs interfacing with Enterprise Data Warehouses, Enterprise Data Lake, and business solution environments
Develop and lead systems improvement initiatives across Master Data Management systems
Maintain engagement with executive leaders, directors, and managers during planning and execution of improvement efforts
Lead support for use and understanding of tools accessing data in MDM applications, including content education, training, and tool development and enhancement
Communicate related issues or opportunities to the next management level
Ensure applicable staff follow Company Health, Safety and Environmental guidelines
Ensure personal and Company compliance with Federal, State, local, and Company regulations, policies, and procedures
Scale the DePuy Synthes Master Data Management ecosystem into a global best-in-class medallion architecture
Ensure a high-quality data environment that treats data as an asset to the orthopaedic organization
Enable data-driven community insights that inform broader organizational strategies
Oversee availability, security, performance, releases, patching, access, and environment health of MDM platforms
Perform other assigned duties as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS, BA degree (Business/IT related preferred), MBA or MS
Minimum 8+ years work experience required, preferably in related field
Prior people management experience required
Experience with MDM platform technologies (SAP MDG / Reltio) – Implementation and Support
Experience creating an Enterprise or Business-specific Master Data Management Strategy supporting multifaceted data architecture, data governance framework and AI data readiness
Consistent track record of leading or mentoring teams to achieve significant quality and process improvements
Experience developing training materials and instructing others at all levels required
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 and communication skills
Strong social and interpersonal skills
Results-oriented problem-solving/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 regarding business decisions
Experience working as an Analyst preferred
Experience with call center support structure/process preferred
Experience with process improvement tools such as SFE and LEAN/Six Sigma preferred
Proficiency in query and report-writing tools preferred
Proficiency with Incentive Compensation Systems preferred
Proficiency in PC software such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Windows required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Consolidated retirement plan (pension)
Savings plan (401(k))
Long-term incentive program
Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
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 period10 days
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
Remote work option, subject to company approval
Inclusive interview accommodations