Senior Manager MDM and SAP Governance | Acushnet Company

Acushnet Holdings Corp•Massachusetts, MA

60d

About The Position

Acushnet is seeking a strategic and visionary Senior Manager of Master Data Management (MDM) and SAP Governance to lead enterprise-wide data governance and master data initiatives. In this pivotal role, you'll drive data integrity, quality, and compliance across SAP systems, enabling smarter decision-making and operational excellence. You'll partner with cross-functional teams to define governance frameworks, optimize master data processes, and champion data as a strategic asset. Leading a high-performing global MDM team, you'll shape the future of data stewardship, automation, and integration-ensuring our data foundation supports innovation and growth.

Requirements

10+ years in Master Data Management, Data Governance, or SAP data roles.
3+ years in a leadership capacity.
Deep expertise in SAP ERP (S/4HANA, ECC) and MDM tools (SAP MDG, Informatica, Winshuttle).
Proven success implementing enterprise data governance frameworks.
Experience with global business processes in complex industries (e.g., manufacturing, retail, healthcare).
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Skilled in managing multiple projects and cross-functional teams.
Strong business acumen with ability to align technical solutions to strategic goals.
Willingness to travel up to one week per month or as needed.
Effective in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with shifting priorities.
Expertise in IT service delivery and balancing support with project execution.
Skilled in business case development, IT governance, risk management, and emerging tech evaluation.
Deep understanding of development methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, hybrid).
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills across all levels.
Strong stakeholder management and influencing capabilities.
Broad knowledge of cloud platforms and enterprise application integration.
Familiarity with forecasting, modeling, and scenario planning for IT strategy.
Highly adaptable, innovative, and resilient under pressure.
Proactive problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset.
Results-driven with strong ownership and accountability.
Collaborative leader with a relationship-focused approach.
Strong project management and organizational skills for complex initiatives.