Data Manager

Experis; Toronto; On-site; CAD 145,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance programs

Tuition reimbursement

Employee perks and discounts

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer is seeking a Global Data Manager to drive data governance and quality initiatives. This integral role focuses on ensuring data integrity and compliance across systems, requiring over 15 years of IT experience in data management. The successful candidate will lead a global team and implement frameworks for data quality while partnering with various units to solve data issues. This full-time position offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in IT with focus on data management, governance, and quality.
• 5+ years in people management.
• Strong experience with database platforms and data visualization tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of data governance frameworks.
• Oversee metadata and master data management.
• Design and optimize data quality processes and monitor trends.

Skills

Data management

Data governance

People management

Database platforms (Oracle, SQL Server)

Data visualization (Power BI, Tableau)

MDM software

Data cataloging tools (Collibra, Alation)

ERP systems (JDE, SAP)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or engineering

Job description

A leading global manufacturer is hiring a strategic Global Data Manager to spearhead enterprise-wide initiatives in data governance, quality, and ERP data conversion. This high‑impact role ensures the integrity, accessibility, and security of organizational data while driving compliance and modernization across systems.

Base Pay Range

$145,000.00/yr – $165,000.00/yr

Travel

~25% across North America and Europe.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of data governance, data quality, and compliance frameworks.
• Oversee metadata and master data management to ensure consistency across systems.
• Collaborate on global master data standards and MDM workflow processes.
• Ensure alignment with regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA).

Data Quality & Conversion

• Design and optimize data quality processes and KPIs; monitor trends and identify improvement opportunities.
• Partner with business units to resolve data quality challenges and implement corrective actions.
• Lead data mapping, cleansing, normalization, and conversion from legacy systems to ERP platforms.
• Manage recurring exception reports and initiate data clean‑up efforts.
• Build and lead a global team of Data Governance and Data Quality Analysts.
• Define team goals, performance targets, and training plans.
• Support recruitment and onboarding for future data roles.

Technical Execution

• Prepare master and transactional data load files; input changes directly into ERP systems.
• Conduct cross‑referencing and duplication checks.
• Leverage system knowledge to improve operational efficiencies.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in IT with a focus on data management, governance, and quality.
• 5+ years in people management.
• Strong experience with database platforms (Oracle, SQL Server), data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau), and MDM software (preferably Informatica IDQ).
• Proficient in data cataloging tools (e.g., Collibra, Alation, Informatica Axon).
• Skilled in ERP systems (JDE, SAP, Business Central, Dynamics 365).
• Background in manufacturing or building materials is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related field.

Benefits

• Employee assistance and engagement programs
• Tuition reimbursement and recognition programs
• Employee perks and discounts

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

IT Services and IT Consulting