Director, Data Management

Advertising Specialty Institute • Trevose, PA

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About The Position

ASI is the largest global provider of technology B2B services for the $26.1 billion promotional products industry (branding and marketing). With 25,000 clients in 53 countries, our mission is to inspire, inform, and empower our clients’ success every step of the way. ASI currently has a hybrid work model. The position requires in person attendance at our office. The Director of Data Management will oversee the operations of product data processing, optimization, and integration teams, ensuring efficient day-to-day execution and superior client satisfaction. This role sets the strategic direction for ASI’s product and supplier data management practices — aligning initiatives with company goals, anticipating future trends, and driving innovation in data quality and governance. A critical part of the role is managing client escalations with urgency, professionalism, and a customer-first mindset. The Director, Data Management will report to the Senior Vice President, Data and IT Operations and will be based in our Trevose office. You will be a part of our ESP Information Services department, collaborating with a team of forward-thinking data and technology professionals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in information management, Business Information Systems, or related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in operations and product data management, with proven success leading large teams.
• Demonstrated ability to set strategy, anticipate trends, and execute vision while ensuring operational excellence.
• Experience managing domestic and offshore teams and vendor partnerships.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and data governance skills.
• Track record of handling customer escalations with professionalism and urgency.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Jira, and similar data or project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the long-term vision and strategy for product and supplier data management at ASI.
• Anticipate industry trends, emerging technologies, and evolving client needs to position ASI’s data ecosystem for future success.
• Partner with executives and stakeholders to prioritize projects and champion breakthrough data management approaches, ensuring investments deliver measurable value and competitive advantage.
• Direct daily operations of product data processing, optimization, and integration teams.
• Manage workflows to deliver accurate, timely product data updates in alignment with company milestones.
• Monitor departmental performance metrics and implement continuous improvements for efficiency and scalability.
• Serve as the senior escalation point for product data-related issues, ensuring rapid resolution and strong client communication.
• Collaborate with Sales and internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery and alignment on product data standards.
• Protect revenue streams by addressing supplier disputes and ensuring accuracy in product listing fees and billing operations.
• Establish, implement, and enforce robust product data quality standards and governance policies.
• Proactively identify and correct discrepancies or data errors, ensuring data integrity across all platforms.
• Provide executive reporting on the progress of data-related projects, ensuring product and supplier data meets service-level agreements and downstream usability standards.
• Lead a team of 40+ staff, including three direct reports, fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and growth.
• Manage vendor and contractor relationships to meet operational, quality, and budget expectations.
• Partner across departments to ensure smooth collaboration, shared accountability, and collective success.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, available on day one of employment.
• Paid maternity and paternity/bonding leave (12 weeks paid for birthing/primary parent and 4 weeks paid for secondary parent) and a parent support group.
• 12 weeks of paid daycare for new parents (14 weeks at our onsite daycare center, Lots of Love).
• Free Health and Wellness programs.
• Free 24/7 access to Magellan Employee Assistance Program and Teladoc.
• Day one 401(k) with company match.
• Paid holidays, floating days, and paid time off (PTO).
• Office amenities with onsite café, Starbucks, 24/7 free gym access and classes, onsite daycare, EV charging stations, creative spaces such as our community garden club, music room, art room, and relaxation space.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree