Master Data Manager

Scienceabode; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global pharmaceutical organisation seeks a Master Data Manager to lead the implementation of master data processes, govern data quality, and resolve data integrity issues. You will manage a team of data specialists and ensure compliance while also driving process improvements. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in data management and strong knowledge of SAP ECC/S4HANA. Competitive salary and excellent benefits including hybrid working are offered.

Benefits

10% annual bonus

10% pension contribution

Private healthcare

Wellness allowance (£30 a month)

25 days holiday

Qualifications

• Significant experience in enterprise-level data management, including master data management (MDM) and data governance.
• Deep knowledge of SAP ECC/S4HANA master data processes and structures.
• Excellent project management capability, able to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation, governance, and optimisation of master data processes.
• Oversee data governance frameworks and establish quality standards.
• Drive continuous improvement and resolve data integrity issues.

Skills

Enterprise-level data management

Master Data Management (MDM)

Data governance

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Information Management

Degree in Computer Science

Degree in Business-related subject

Tools

SAP ECC/S4HANA

Job description

Your new company

A global pharmaceutical organisation that employ circa 5000 people across 40+ countries worldwide.

Your new role

The Master Data Manager is responsible for leading the implementation, governance, and ongoing optimisation of master data processes within the UK Finance Shared Service Centre. You will be responsible for the creation, maintenance and integrity of high‑quality, compliant master data across multiple countries. The role oversees data governance frameworks, establishes quality standards, manages tools such as SAP ECC/S4HANA, and drives continuous improvement while resolving data integrity issues in partnership with IT and business stakeholders. You will also lead/develop a team of data specialists (6 to 8 heads), embed a strong data culture across the organisation, manage stakeholder engagement, and support major system and process change.

What you’ll need to succeed

• Significant experience in enterprise‑level data management, including master data management (MDM) and data governance.
• Deep knowledge of SAP ECC/S4HANA master data processes and structures.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent project management capability, able to lead complex, cross‑functional initiatives.
• Ability to translate technical data concepts into clear guidance for non‑technical stakeholders.
• Proven experience coaching, mentoring and developing teams.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive change.
• Ideally educated to Degree level in Information Management, Computer Science or Business‑related subject.

What you’ll get in return

You can expect a competitive salary in the region of £55,000 to £65,000 (depending on experience) along with a range of financial and wellness benefits including a 10% annual bonus, 10% pension contribution, private healthcare, critical illness, wellness allowance (£30 a month), 25 days holiday and hybrid working.

What you need to do now

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