Technical Architect, Master Data

McKesson’s Corporate; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 57,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

McKesson in Cork, Ireland, is seeking a Technical Architect for Master Data to lead enterprise master data architecture across Material, Vendor, and Customer domains. You will define target-state architecture, governance, and roadmaps for SAP S/4HANA, SAP MDG, and cloud technologies, partnering with stakeholders to align data strategy and drive large transformation programs.

The role emphasizes designing data models, enabling AI-enabled capabilities, and ensuring scalability, security, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years in data architecture, master data, or enterprise technology roles.
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA and SAP Master Data Governance (MDG).

Responsibilities

• Lead solution architecture for enterprise master data initiatives across Material Master, Vendor Master, and Customer Master domains.
• Define target-state architecture, integration patterns, governance controls, and roadmap recommendations for SAP S/4HANA, SAP MDG, BTP, AI-enabled capabilities, and cloud technologies.
• Build and assess business cases, including value drivers, risks, dependencies, and transformation tradeoffs.
• Partner with stakeholders to redesign business processes and align data strategy to enterprise priorities.
• Drive architecture for large transformation programs, including cross-functional planning, sequencing, and adoption.
• Create architecture artifacts such as conceptual and logical data models, standards, reference patterns, and decision documents.
• Evaluate technologies, implementation approaches, and vendor solutions to improve scalability, compliance, and operational efficiency.
• Influence teams through clear communication, collaboration, and structured problem-solving.

Skills

Data architecture

Master data management

Solution architecture

SAP S/4HANA

SAP MDG

Material Master Data

Vendor Master Data

Customer Master Data

Data governance

Business case development

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Data/Analytics, or related field

Job description

## Technical Architect, Master DataApply: Hybrid: Cork: Full time: Posted Today: JR0153652McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.**What You’ll Do**● Lead solution architecture for enterprise master data initiatives across Material Master, Vendor Master, and Customer Master domains.● Define target-state architecture, integration patterns, governance controls, and roadmap recommendations for SAP S/4HANA, SAP MDG, BTP, AI-enabled capabilities, and cloud technologies.● Build and assess business cases, including value drivers, risks, dependencies, and transformation tradeoffs.● Partner with stakeholders to redesign business processes and align data strategy to enterprise priorities.● Drive architecture for large transformation programs, including cross-functional planning, sequencing, and adoption.● Create architecture artifacts such as conceptual and logical data models, standards, reference patterns, and decision documents.● Evaluate technologies, implementation approaches, and vendor solutions to improve scalability, compliance, and operational efficiency.● Influence teams through clear communication, collaboration, and structured problem-solving. **Basic Requirements** ● 4+ years of relevant experience in data architecture, master data, solution architecture, or related enterprise technology roles.● Experience with SAP S/4HANA and SAP Master Data Governance (MDG).● Experience working with Material Master Data, Vendor Master Data, and Customer Master Data.● Experience in solution architecture for enterprise platforms, integrations, and data governance.● Demonstrated analytical skills with experience developing or evaluating business cases.● Experience leading or supporting large transformation programs.● Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Data/Analytics, or related field, or equivalent experience.● Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present to technical and business audiences. **Preferred Skills / Experience** ● Consulting experience in business process transformation, operating model design, or strategy.● Experience with SAP BTP, cloud-native architecture, AI-enabled solutions, and integration patterns.● Experience in regulated environments with security, compliance, governance, lineage, and metadata practices.● Familiarity with enterprise data modeling, ETL/ELT, orchestration, and cloud platforms.● Experience influencing senior stakeholders and leading cross-functional decision-making.● Knowledge of cost, performance, and scalability considerations for modern data platforms.At McKesson, we care about the well-being of the patients and communities we serve, and that starts with caring for our people. That’s why we have a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive benefits to support physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our Total Rewards offerings serve the different needs of our diverse employee population and ensure they are the healthiest versions of themselves.As part of Total Rewards, we are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. **Our Base Pay Range for this position**€56,600 - €94,400