Senior Master Data Specialist
About The Position
The Senior Master Data Specialist is a strategic expert in Master Data Management (MDM) within Novonesis IT’s Data Office. The role leads enterprise-wide initiatives to modernize master data capabilities, strengthen governance, and enable business transformation. It combines strategic leadership, project management, change management, and data governance, partnering with business and IT stakeholders worldwide to improve data quality, accelerate decision-making, and support global operations and digital transformation. The specialist contributes to Novonesis’ long-term master data strategy, advises stakeholders on MDM best practices, and mentors junior team members. The role is based in Franklinton, North Carolina, in a hybrid work environment, with collaboration across global teams and occasional travel depending on project and business needs.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Business Administration, Data Management, Information Systems, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience in Master Data Management, Project Management, Data Governance, or a related discipline.
- Strong experience working with ERP, CRM, and/or MDM platforms such as SAP or Salesforce.
- Solid understanding of data governance frameworks, data quality management, and change management methodologies.
- Proven track record of leading complex projects and coordinating cross-functional teams in global organizations.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence decision-making across organizational levels.
- Advanced knowledge of master data domains, including customer, supplier, product, and financial data.
- Analytical problem-solving skills and ability to translate business challenges into effective data solutions.
- Professional proficiency in English.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting large-scale digital transformation programs.
- Knowledge of emerging MDM technologies and data governance trends.
- Experience designing and implementing data quality frameworks.
- Understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements related to enterprise data.
- Experience delivering training, workshops, or organizational change initiatives.
- Certifications in project management, change management, data governance, or related disciplines.
Responsibilities
- Lead transformation initiatives to modernize master data management tools, processes, and practices.
- Drive process optimization and automation opportunities across master data workflows.
- Ensure master data readiness and alignment during ERP, CRM, and other large-scale system transformations.
- Develop and execute change management strategies to drive adoption of new data processes and governance frameworks.
- Manage high-impact master data projects, including scope definition, stakeholder alignment, and delivery execution.
- Establish and maintain enterprise-wide master data governance standards, policies, and best practices.
- Conduct data quality assessments and implement improvements to increase data accuracy, consistency, and integrity.
- Partner with business process owners to ensure governance frameworks support operational and compliance requirements.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to stakeholders on master data management best practices.
- Mentor and coach junior team members.
- Contribute to the long-term master data strategy of Novonesis.
Benefits
- 401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution.
- Minimum of 3 weeks of vacation, plus 12 holidays and 2 weeks of Wellness Time.
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Healthcare savings account option.
- Employee assistance program.
- Parental leave.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- All benefits begin on the first day.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Collaborative and inclusive culture built on trust, innovation, and continuous learning.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
