Vice President of Master Data Management

TransMedics•Andover, MA

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY The Vice President of Master Data Management (MDM) is responsible for developing and executing TransMedics’ master data strategy to support regulatory compliance, operational excellence and data-driven decision making across the organization. This role ensures accuracy, consistency, governance, and availability of critical master data domains-including product, customer, supplier and material data-across global systems and business functions. As a senior leader, the VP of MDM partners closely with Finance, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, and Commercial to ensure master data supports business growth while meeting stringent regulatory requirements. The role combines strategic vision with hands-on execution, overseeing enterprise MDM frameworks, data engineering, data governance, and analytics delivery. The position requires executive presence, the ability to influence across global teams, and a proven track record of leading through transformation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Business Analytics, or related field.
15+ years of progressive leadership experience in data management, analytics, and governance, including 7+ years in a senior leadership capacity.
Demonstrated success leading enterprise-wide MDM, data governance, or BI transformation programs.
Proven experience in medical devices, life sciences, pharmaceuticals or other regulated industries.
Proven experience building and managing data warehouses, data lakes, and analytics platforms in Microsoft and AWS environments.
Strong expertise with MDM and BI tools (e.g. Informatica, Collibra, Power BI, Tableau).
Exceptional communication and influencing skills, with the ability to translate complex data topics into business insights.
Strong business acumen and financial discipline to align data initiatives with organizational priorities

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Data Science, Information Systems, or related discipline.
Master’s degree (MBA or MS) preferred
Experience in medical technology, healthcare, or other regulated industries.
Familiarity with data privacy and security regulations such as HIPAA and GDPR.
Experience driving digital and analytics transformations within global organizations.

Responsibilities

Strategy & Leadership Develop and lead the enterprise-wide Master Data Management strategy aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
Establish long-term MDM roadmap supporting global scalability, digital transformation and analytics initiative.
Build, lead and mentor a high performing MDS and data governance organization.
Partner with cybersecurity and compliance teams to ensure all data practices meet regulatory and privacy standards (HIPAA, GDPR, etc.
Data Governance, Quality, Regulatory & Compliance Define and enforce data governance frameworks, standards, and policies.
Ensure data quality, consistency, and integrity across all master data domains.
Chair of co-chair data governance council and serve as executive escalation point for data related issues.
Partner with Quality and Regulatory teams to support audits, inspections and validation requirements.
Establish a data stewardship program to ensure continuous improvement in data quality, integrity, and transparency.
Technology, Architecture & Integration Lead the evaluation and deployment of MDM platforms and tools (e.g., Informatica, Collibra, Talend) to enable seamless integration across enterprise applications.
Oversee the synchronization of master data across ERP, CRM, Command Center, aviation systems, and other enterprise platforms.
Define data models, hierarchies, and relationships to support both operational systems and analytical environments.
Ensure effective collaboration with IT architecture and infrastructure teams to maintain system reliability, scalability, and security.
Drive automation and data lifecycle management to reduce manual process and risk.
Lead the design, development, and optimization of data warehouses and Partner with business and finance leaders to identify and prioritize key performance indicators (KPIs) and ensure data alignment across reporting systems.
Drive a culture of data democratization, enabling employees across functions to access and use trusted data for decision-making.
Leadership & People Development: Build, lead, and inspire a global team of data engineers, analysts, and BI developers, promoting a culture of accountability, innovation, and excellence.
Provide mentorship and professional development to emerging leaders in data and analytics.
Foster collaboration across IT, finance, operations, and digital functions to ensure alignment and shared ownership of data initiatives.
Model TransMedics’ core values — integrity, discipline, transparency, and teamwork — in every aspect of leadership.
Performance, Financial & Vendor Management: Develop and manage the MDM and BI budget, ensuring cost-effective investment in platforms, tools, and resources.
Define and track success metrics such as data quality scores, adoption rates, and data-driven business outcomes.
Manage relationships with external partners, vendors, and consultants to ensure value delivery and adherence to TransMedics standards.
Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to continuously strengthen the company’s data foundation and analytics capabilities.
Continuous Improvement: Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to continuously improve MDM capabilities.
Lead change management initiatives to promote a data-driven culture and ensure successful implementation of MDM frameworks.