Director, Global Master Data Management Governance

Johnson & Johnson

. Own the Global Master Data Management data landscape .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $150,000 - $258,750 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Master Data Management, including strategy development, data governance, and process improvement. Proven ability to lead teams, manage projects, and enhance data capabilities in a complex organizational environment.

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Master Data Management StrategyPeople Management ExperienceProject Management SkillsData Governance FrameworkProcess Improvement Tools

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Hard Skills

Master Data ManagementData ArchitectureData GovernanceAI Data ReadinessQuery and Report WritingProcess ImprovementTesting StrategyTraining Material DevelopmentSupply Chain SystemsCommercial Systems

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCritical ThinkingProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

ExcelWordPowerPointMicrosoft WindowsIncentive Compensation Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

BS or BA DegreeMBA or MS Preferred

Industry Keywords

Health ComplianceSafety RegulationsEnvironmental RegulationsData-Driven InsightsMatrix Reporting Structure

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the Global Master Data Management data landscape
Continuously assess and harmonize data needs to support business objectives
Own the Global Master Data Management systems landscape
Lead the managed team and partners delivering systems-landscape priorities
Provide leadership and mentorship to Global Master Data Management associates
Ensure team members have the technical and business skills needed to meet objectives
Maintain partner relationships and develop their MDM knowledge
Establish and maintain metrics to drive process improvements across MDM domains and environments
Make independent decisions and present process/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
Identify and resolve deficiencies in department systems and data capabilities
Develop and lead systems improvement initiatives across MDM systems
Engage executive leaders, directors, and managers in planning and executing improvement efforts
Lead support for tools used to access data in MDM applications, including education, training, and tool development/enhancement
Communicate issues and opportunities to the next management level
Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, legal, regulatory, and company policies
Perform other assigned duties
Scale the DePuy Synthes MDM ecosystem into a best-in-class medallion architecture
Ensure a high-quality data environment and enable data-driven organizational insights

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS, BA degree (Business/IT related preferred), MBA or MS
Minimum 10+ years work experience required, preferably in related field
Prior people management experience required
Experience creating an Enterprise or Business-specific Master Data Management Strategy supporting multifaceted data architecture, data governance framework 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/resolution skills
Critical thinking skills
Ability to work in a matrix reporting structure and as part of a project team
Ability to work with senior management and exercise independent discernment in business decisions
Preferred: analyst experience; call center support structure/process experience; process improvement tools such as SFE or LEAN/Six Sigma; query and report writing tools; Incentive Compensation Systems; PC software such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Windows

Benefits

Comp & perks

Pension plan
401(k) savings plan
Long-term incentive program
Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 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 period
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
Inclusive interview process and disability accommodations