Master Data Manager Japanese Speaking

Danone; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global food & beverage company is seeking a Master Data Manager in Kuala Lumpur. This role involves leading a team to enhance master data operations, ensuring data accuracy and alignment with business goals, particularly for the Japan market. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in data management and proficiency in Japanese.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in master data management with large-scale data.
• Proficiency in Japanese (JLPT N2) required.
• Experience in team leadership and stakeholder communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Master Data specialists.
• Oversee management of operational master data ensuring accuracy.
• Implement data governance policies and standards.

Skills

Data Management

Team Leadership

Data Governance

Stakeholder Communication

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology

Bachelor's Degree in Data Management

Tools

SAP

ORsoft

Coupa

Power BI

Job description

Danone Asia & Service Delivery Centre, Kuala Lumpur, is a Finance Shared Service dedicated to delivering exceptional service experiences across China, North Asia & Oceania (CNAO), and India-South East Asia (ISEA). Our mission is to be the BEST IN CLASS by enhancing every touchpoint, driven by our unwavering commitment to quality and innovation for our valued Danoners, customers, and suppliers.

We are currently seeking a replacement for a Master Data Manager. The incumbent will lead and enhance master data operations with a focus on the Japan market, ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and alignment with business goals through effective team management and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities:

1. Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Master Data specialists to align with business objectives and enhance data management practices.
2. Set clear performance expectations and guide team members to achieve their goals.
3. Facilitate regular performance reviews and provide coaching to enhance team performance.
4. Oversee the management and maintenance of all operational master data (Vendor, Customer, Material, pricing, BOM, etc), ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timeliness across systems.
5. Implement and enforce data governance policies and standards to ensure data quality and compliance.
6. Collaborate with key business units to understand data requirements and provide support in data-related matters.
7. Provide regular reporting on master data performance, highlighting any data issues and proposing corrective actions.
8. Conduct data analysis to support business decision-making and identify trends or anomalies in data that may require attention.
9. Develop and present data quality reports, offering insights to the Master Data Service Lead and other leadership teams.
10. Lead and coordinate master-data related projects, ensuring project milestones and deadlines are met.
11. Work with cross-functional teams to implement data-related improvements and optimizations.
12. Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in data management for ongoing projects and initiatives.
13. Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 1-2 Specialists/Analysts to align with business objectives and enhance data management practices.
14. Set clear performance expectations and guide team members to achieve their goals.
15. Facilitate regular performance reviews and provide coaching to enhance team performance.
16. Foster strong relationships with internal stakeholders (e.g., IT, Operations, Finance, Supply Chain) and external vendors to ensure efficient data flow.
17. Collaborate with key business users to resolve master data issues and ensure system alignment.

About you

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Data Management, or a related field.
• At least 7 years of experience in master data management, handling large-scale data, with working experience in SAP data management systems and data governance tools.
• Proficiency in Japanese, with a minimum qualification of JLPT N2, is required.
• Experience in communicating and presenting to stakeholders based in Japan is essential.
• Proven experience in team leadership and people management.
• Knowledge in ORsoft, Coupa, Power BI, and other data management software is a plus.

About Danone

If you are enthusiastic about making a significant impact and driving excellence, we invite you to join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering unparalleled service experiences.

At Danone, we wholeheartedly embrace diversity in our organization. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected.

Job details

Dedicated to bringing health through food to as many people as possible, we are a leading global food & beverage company built on four businesses: Essential Dairy and Plant-Based Products, Waters, Early Life Nutrition, and Medical Nutrition.