Director, Master Data Management - Remote at Insight Global — NeverHard

Job Description We are seeking a Director of Master Data Management (MDM) to lead enterprise-wide MDM strategy and execution, with a focus on Customer and Supplier domains. This role will drive data governance, stewardship, and data quality initiatives to enable business growth, operational efficiency, and data-driven decision-making. This leader will own the vision, design, and execution of MDM data products, while leading a cross-functional team and partnering closely with stakeholders across Enterprise Applications, Sales, Supply Chain, Finance, and HR. The Director will play a key role in advancing data governance maturity, standardization, and enterprise-wide adoption of high-quality master data. Key Responsibilities Define and execute the enterprise MDM strategy aligned to digital transformation initiatives Lead MDM initiatives across Customer and Supplier domains Establish and scale Master Data domains, governance frameworks, and operating models Drive data harmonization and standardization across the enterprise to ensure consistency Build and lead a team of MDM Architects, Data Stewards, and Analysts Own data quality, stewardship, and governance processes Develop and track KPIs/metrics to measure MDM effectiveness and business impact Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to drive adoption and alignment Implement best practices, automation, and scalable data models Champion a data accuracy and governance culture across the organization Oversee development and delivery of MDM data products and platforms (Informatica) Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence in master data processes We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/. Skills and Requirements 10+ years of IT / enterprise applications experience 7+ years specifically in Master Data Management (Customer, Supplier, Product, or Reference domains) Proven experience leading enterprise MDM strategy and implementations Hands-on experience with Informatica MDM solutions Experience building MDM functions from the ground up (domains + governance) Strong leadership experience managing cross-functional teams (MDM, Data Stewards, Architects) Deep understanding of: Data governance & stewardship frameworks Data quality & standardization practices Experience partnering with business stakeholders across multiple functions (Sales, Supply Chain, Finance, etc.) Strong ability to define KPIs and measure business impact of data initiatives Exceptional communication skills with ability to present to technical and executive audiences Experience in multiple master data domains (Customer, Supplier, Product, Reference) Background in AI/ML, statistics, or advanced analytics Experience with enterprise data product design or data platforms Prior experience driving MDM in large, complex enterprise environments (distribution/supply chain preferred) Experience with automation and advanced data modeling techniques Master's Degree in a relevant field MDM-related certifications Experience managing data-intensive or ML-driven initiatives