SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) Expert

Straive; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global data analytics firm is seeking an SAP Master Data Governance Expert to maintain and govern product master data. This role requires over 7 years of SAP experience, focusing on data quality and compliance within SAP MDG. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills and technical proficiency in SAP backend systems. Join us to contribute to impactful projects in a fast-paced environment, leveraging your expertise in structured data management and governance.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in SAP, with 3-5 years in SAP MDG.
• Strong technical proficiency in SAP backend.
• Excellent communication skills for stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for SAP MDG on Product Master Data.
• Design and maintain product data standards in SAP MDG.
• Collaborate with global teams on product definitions and processes.

Skills

SAP MDG

Data analysis

SAP Product Master

Stakeholder management

Data quality improvement

Tools

SE16N

SAP S/4HANA

ABAP

Job description

Straive is a global leader in enterprise-grade data analytics and AI solutions, committed to empowering businesses across various industries with cutting-edge technology and expert insights. Backed by EQT, a top private equity firm, we are uniquely positioned to drive innovation through significant investments and an entrepreneurial spirit.

Our core focus is on delivering advanced Data Analytics & AI Solutions. By combining sophisticated technology with subject matter expertise, we deliver material impact on our clients' topline and streamline their operations. We specialize in providing tailored solutions across financial services, CPG, legal, pharma, life sciences, retail and logistics, helping them build robust data analytics and AI capabilities.

With a client base spanning 30 countries, Straive's strategically located teams operate from eight countries and is headquartered in Singapore. This global presence enables us to offer localized expertise with a worldwide perspective.

Join Straive to be part of a dynamic team at the forefront of data analytics and AI innovation. Here, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to transformative projects, supported by significant investments and an entrepreneurial drive fueled by our partnership with EQT.

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Job title: SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) Expert

Type: FTE

Location: UK

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for SAP MDG, specifically on Product Master Data (materials, hierarchies, attributes, GTINs, etc.).
• Design, define, and maintain product master data standards, governance processes, and data models within SAP MDG.
• Collaborate with global and regional business teams to align on product definitions, data attributes, and lifecycle processes.
• Work hands‑on in the SAP backend — extracting, analyzing, and validating data using SAP tables, data models, and custom ABAP queries when needed.
• Support data migration, cleansing, and enrichment activities for ongoing system deployments or integrations.
• Partner with IT and business process teams to troubleshoot and resolve data quality issues and ensure smooth data flows to downstream systems (ECC / S4, BW, TPM, etc.).
• Provide guidance and training to data stewards and business users on master data governance best practices.

Required Skills & Experience

• 7+ years of experience in SAP with at least 3–5 years hands‑on in SAP MDG (Master Data Governance).
• Deep understanding of SAP Product Master (Material Master, Article Master, Bill of Materials, etc.) and data lifecycle.
• Strong technical proficiency in SAP backend.
• Understanding of data models, tables, and structures related to product master.
• Ability to query or extract data using SAP tools (e.g., SE16N, SQVI, ABAP debugging, or SQL scripting).
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA or ECC integration with MDG preferred.
• Strong analytical skills; ability to identify and resolve data inconsistencies and governance gaps.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills to bridge between technical and business teams.

Nice to Have

• Experience with data migration projects or global master data harmonization programs.
• Familiarity with data governance frameworks, data quality KPIs, and stewardship processes.
• Prior exposure to the FMCG / CPG industry or large-scale global enterprise environments.

Soft Skills

• Business-oriented mindset with attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Proactive problem-solver and collaborator across IT and business teams.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, global, and matrixed environment.

This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities, duties, or activities that are required. Responsibilities, duties, and / or activities may change, or new ones may be added at any time with or without notice.

If you are a motivated professional with a passion for delivering impactful solutions, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to be part of a dynamic and forward‑thinking team at Straive.

“Straive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear : there shall be no discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage / civil partnership, pregnancy / maternity, or sexual orientation. We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.”