Manager of Vendor Master Data
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled Manager of Vendor Master Data to join our team. As a change agent, you will drive data excellence by overseeing the maintenance and governance of vendor master data for business units served by our Shared Service Center (SSC).
You will work closely with various business units to periodically cleanse and update master data, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
* Main Responsibilities:
* Anticipate business changes and equip the P2P team to effectively navigate and support those changes while maintaining best-in-class performance and employee engagement.
* Design, implement, and oversee data quality measures to ensure master data health across Invoice to Pay and Purchasing.
* Analyze metrics for trends, risks, and issues related to overall data governance framework and ensure KPIs and reporting are aligned with current and future business goals and strategy.
* Manage Service Provider to ensure adherence to MSAs / SOWs by reviewing Service Provider performance reporting.
* Maintain effective working relationships on a foundation of trust with cross-functional business leaders, stakeholders, end users, and partners to integrate programs into overall strategic objectives aligned with vendor information data policies and processes.
* Assist SSC Management and Service Provider with evaluating internal controls, updating established procedures, and developing new procedures.
* Lead continuous improvement efforts by making recommendations for relevant data initiatives, benchmarking, tools, and methodologies and executing key process improvement activities.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* Education:
* Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in the required field.
* Experience:
* 7-10 years of professional experience in Finance or Purchasing with 5+ years in master data management.
* Skills:
* Experience with ERP platforms (SAP, QAD) and Microsoft Office tools.
* Process improvement expertise (Six Sigma, Lean); certification preferred.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Leadership and team development skills.
* Self-starter with initiative and independence.
* Ability to solve complex problems and make data-driven decisions.
* Team player with a customer-centric attitude.
* Proficient in communication and presentation at all levels of the organization.
About Us
We value diversity and inclusion at Saint-Gobain. Our company is made up of employees who share these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration.
Our mission is to make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home.