Master Data Manager

POSITION PURPOSE: The Master Data Manager will play a critical role in our organization by leading the strategy and execution of our master data management (MDM) program. This role requires a strategic thinker that will provide leadership and guidance to ensure the integrity, improved quality/consistency, governance, and sustainability of our master data management.

DUTIES, TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage Master Data Management Team.
• Define roles and responsibilities related to data governance and ensure clear accountability for stewardship of the company's principal information assets.
• Responsible for ensuring consistent, accurate, complete, accessible and timely data.
• Build data team to be responsive to OWI Organizational requirements.

• Data Strategy and Vision: Develop and implement a strategic vision for the company's master data management program that aligns with our broader business objectives. Work closely with key stakeholders to understand their data needs and challenges.

• Governance: Establish a 'light' governance model that ensures data quality, consistency, and standardization across the organization. Define data ownership, stewardship roles, and responsibilities.

• Process Improvement: Identify, assess, and improve master data management processes, ensuring that they are efficient, effective, and meet the needs of the business.

• Technology Optimization: Evaluate and leverage SAP and other technologies to improve the quality and accessibility of our master data. Stay abreast of latest MDM technologies and trends.

• Centralization: Centralize the master data management function, creating efficiencies and ensuring data consistency across the organization.

• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with various departments to ensure master data requirements are met and support the broader business objectives.

• Training and Development: Develop training programs to educate employees on the importance of data management and the use of SAP for MDM. Foster a data-driven culture within the organization.

• Performance Metrics: Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of the master data management program.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Proven experience (4 years) in a master data management role, preferably within a large, complex organization
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to data accuracy and quality.
• Knowledge of data governance, cleaning and archiving.
• Ability to design and re-design data governance per requirements.
• Should have experience in working for supply chain organizations.
• Bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems, Engineering, Business or related field required.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to communicate and influence at all levels of the organization to deliver innovative and cost-effective solutions. Proven change management and relationship building experience.
• Excellent problem solving, dispute resolution, interpersonal, analytical and project management skills; ability to prioritize, delegate tasks and multi-task.
• Strong focus on collaboration, team building, and customer service.
• Demonstrated experience in/with enterprise-wide data governance required.
• Demonstrated skill running effective meetings and gaining buy-in and participation from executive leaders.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills - Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, MS Project, MS SharePoint.

About Old World Industries:

Old World Industries is among the largest privately held companies competing in the automotive aftermarket today. Built upon a 50-year history of ingenuity, the Northbrook, Illinois-based company is transforming the automotive, commercial and chemical industries that keep the world moving forward. Old World's brands include a full line of PEAK Performance Automotive Aftermarket Products including Antifreeze/Coolant, Washer Fluid, Lighting and Wiper Blades; BlueDEF Diesel Exhaust Fluid and Equipment; FINAL CHARGE PRO-SERIES Heavy Duty Extended Life Coolant, Fleet Charge SCA Precharged Heavy Duty Coolant and Thermal Charge Heat Transfer Fluid.