Master Data Manager (MDM Manager)

About the Role
As a Master Data Manager, you will be responsible for establishing and maintaining a robust master data framework across our organization. You will ensure governance, quality, compliance, and integration of all core data that drives our business processes. Acting as a key link between departments and systems, you will guarantee that our data is reliable, consistent, and compliant.


Key Responsibilities

Governance & Standards

  • Define and maintain data standards (naming, coding, attribute dictionaries, ETIM/Open Data Check, CBAM/ESG).
  • Own RACI, policies, approval workflows, and segregation of duties.
  • Establish and lead a Data Council (MDM, Product, Engineering, Operations, QA).

Data Quality & Controls

  • Set data quality rules and thresholds (completeness, uniqueness, validity, consistency, timeliness).
  • Monitor DQ dashboards, drive remediation, and conduct periodic audits.
  • Own reference data such as units of measure and classifications.

Architecture & Integrations

  • Own the system-of-record map and golden record definitions.
  • Oversee integrations and synchronization between PDM ↔ ERP/MES ↔ PIM/CRM.

Compliance & Risk

  • Ensure regulatory attributes at the master data level.
  • Manage access controls, retention policies, and change logs.
  • Guarantee data traceability and governance.

Enablement

  • Develop training and playbooks for data creators and approvers.
  • Manage service levels and escalation paths.

Your Profile

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in IT, Data Management, or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in master data management, governance, or data architecture.
  • Strong knowledge of ERP, PIM, CRM systems and integrations.
  • Excellent analytical skills and experience with data quality frameworks.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to align stakeholders.

What We Offer

  • A key role in a growing organization with international ambitions.
  • Opportunity to build a data governance framework from the ground up.
  • An attractive salary with fringe benefits such as a company car, laptop, cell phone, and group insurance. Would you rather cycle to work? That’s possible, with our bicycle lease plan.
  • Once you’re sufficiently trained, you can also work from home.

Interested?
Send your CV and motivation letter via our website.

Job Category: Master Data Manager (MDM Manager)
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Belgium Oudenaarde - East Flanders

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