Master Data Transformation & Governance Lead

Novonesis; Lyngby; Hybrid; DKK 650,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Novonesis is seeking a Senior Master Data Specialist to drive governance, transformation, and alignment across master data domains. You will collaborate with business and IT stakeholders to translate priorities into sustainable data practices and deliver measurable improvements.

The role emphasizes governance, modernization, and capacity-building while shaping enterprise-wide master data initiatives. A hybrid work setup and international collaboration are expected.

Qualifications

• Master data expertise with ability to lead complex initiatives
• Ability to influence stakeholders across the organization
• Strong communication skills and collaboration across teams
• Analytical mindset to solve data challenges and improve governance
• Experience with governance principles and change management
• Leadership of cross-functional projects and teams

Responsibilities

• Lead transformation and modernization initiatives across master data tools, processes and practices
• Establish and strengthen master data governance standards, policies and best practices
• Lead high-impact master data projects, defining scope, objectives and deliverables with business and IT
• Drive change management and adoption of new master data processes and governance frameworks
• Ensure master data readiness for system transformations and large-scale initiatives
• Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to strategic direction of master data initiatives

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Change management

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Business Administration, Data Management, Information Systems, or related field

Tools

SAP

SAP MDG

Salesforce

Job description

Novonesis is seeking a Senior Master Data Specialist to drive governance, transformation, and alignment across master data domains. You will collaborate with business and IT stakeholders to translate priorities into sustainable data practices and deliver measurable improvements.

The role emphasizes governance, modernization, and capacity-building while shaping enterprise-wide master data initiatives. A hybrid work setup and international collaboration are expected.