Director, Global Master Data Management Governance

Johnson & Johnson

. Own the global Master Data Management data landscape and continuously assess and harmonize organizational data needs .

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

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Master Data Management strategies, data governance frameworks, and operational performance improvement. Proven ability to lead teams, develop training materials, and manage complex projects in a dynamic environment.

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Master Data ManagementData Governance FrameworksProject ManagementPeople ManagementProcess Improvement

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Hard Skills

Data ArchitectureAI Data ReadinessQuery and Report WritingIncentive Compensation SystemsTraining Development

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCritical ThinkingProblem-SolvingOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

ExcelWordPowerPointMicrosoft WindowsLEAN/Six Sigma

Certifications & Qualifications

BS or BA DegreeMBA or MS

Industry Keywords

Supply ChainR&DCorporate SystemsCommercial SystemsHealth and Safety Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the global Master Data Management data landscape and continuously assess and harmonize organizational data needs
Own the global Master Data Management systems landscape and lead teams and partners on landscape priorities
Lead and mentor associates within the Global Master Data Management organization
Ensure team members develop the technical and business skills needed to meet objectives
Maintain partner relationships and develop their MDM knowledge and process understanding
Establish and maintain metrics to drive process improvements across MDM domains and environments
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 lakes, and business solution environments
Identify and resolve deficiencies in department systems and data capabilities
Develop and lead MDM systems improvement initiatives to increase efficiency or improve operational performance
Engage executive leaders, directors, and managers in planning and executing improvement efforts
Support functions in using MDM tools through content education, training, and tool development and enhancement
Communicate issues and opportunities to the next management level
Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, federal, state, local, and company requirements
Scale the DePuy Synthes MDM ecosystem into a best-in-class medallion architecture supporting enterprise applications and AI environments
Ensure a high-quality data environment and enable data-driven community insights

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS or BA degree; MBA or MS listed as required
Minimum 10+ years of work experience required
Prior people management experience required
Experience creating Enterprise or Business-specific Master Data Management strategies supporting multifaceted data architecture, data governance frameworks, 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 outsourcing 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 business judgment
Preferred: Analyst experience; call center support structure/process experience; process improvement tools such as SFE or LEAN/Six Sigma
Proficiency in query and report writing tools, Incentive Compensation Systems, and PC software such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Windows

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement plan (pension)
Savings plan (401(k))
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 birth/adoption/foster care
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