Manager - Master Data Governance

Wesco; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 119,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus plan

Benefits package

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Wesco is seeking a Manager - Master Data Governance to lead governance for customer data, ensuring accuracy, consistency and usability across systems. The role coordinates data stewards and IT partners to implement policies and monitor KPIs in a hybrid IL-based environment.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in data governance, strong leadership, and experience with Informatica MDM. Expect collaboration with business units and opportunities to influence data strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in IT, business, or equivalent; Masters preferred.
• 5+ years in master data management, governance or data operations.
• Informatica MDM and Data solutions (3+ years).
• Strong data concepts, data quality, controls and enterprise data operating models.
• Leadership and project management across multiple initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Plan governance outcomes through collection, governance and curation of Customer data.
• Manage Customer Master Data Domain Governance activities; embed governance in operations.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to implement governance principles and roadmaps.
• Maintain master data standards, quality rules, controls and stewardship practices.
• Lead data stewards, governance analysts, and technical partners; track KPIs.

Skills

Leadership

Governance

Data quality

Project management

Communication

Analytical

Coaching

Training

Team leadership

Ambiguity navigation

Education

Bachelor's Degree – Information Technology, Business or equivalent experience

Masters Degree preferred

Tools

Informatica MDM

Informatica Customer 360

Job description

Job Identification 34665

Job Category Information Technology

Posting Date 09/24/2026, 08:45 PM

Locations 2301 Patriot Boulevard, Glenview, IL, 60026, US (Hybrid)

Job Schedule Full time

Job Description

As the Manager - Master Data Governance, you will be responsible for managing day-to-day governance activities for customer master data. This role supports the implementation and adoption of governance policies, standards, controls, data quality rules and data cleansing to improve the accuracy, consistency, and usability of customer master data. The manager coordinates with business, IT, data stewards, and governance stakeholders to support issue resolution, monitor governance KPIs, and embed sustainable governance practices into business processes.

Responsibilities

• Plans the realization of specific business outcomes through the collection, governance and curation of Customer data (both mastered and unmastered)
• Manages and supports Customer Master Data Domain Governance activities, helping embed governance practices into routine business operations and day-to-day decision-making.
• Partners with business functions and stakeholders to support implementation of Master Data Governance principles, processes, requirements, and roadmap activities in the customer domain, while helping coordinate changes as needed.
• Maintains master data standards, data quality rules, controls, and stewardship practices, and monitors their consistent application across systems and business processes.
• Coordinates the work of data stewards, governance specialists, analysts, and technical partners to support operational governance, issue management, and cross-functional alignment.
• Tracks and reports governance KPIs and data-quality metrics, highlighting improvements, operational impacts, issue trends, and value delivered through effective master data oversight. Supports external-auditor-level controls where applicable.
• Supports operational excellence in governance operations by identifying process improvements, strengthening stewardship workflows, and using governance tools to monitor, control, and manage master data.
• Seeks out opportunities to create new entities and attributes within the data to extend the capabilities of our Customer data.
• Tracks and measures the creation of value for the enterprise through the accomplishment of objectives within the Customer data roadmap.
• Manages, evaluates and develops staff and provides coaching and developmental opportunities.
• Responsible for oversight of evaluating, configuring, and maintaining master data systems.
• Recommends changes in programs, routines, and quality control standards.
• Meets with product owners, department heads, managers, supervisors, vendors, and others, to solicit cooperation and resolve problems.
• Presents recommendations to management relating to purchasing and installing hardware and software.
• Stays abreast of advances in technology or data governance.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree – Information Technology, Business or equivalent experience required; Masters Degree preferred.
• 5 years required in master data management, data governance or data operations.
• Informatica Customer 360 knowledge is a preferred qualification.
• 3 + years of experience working with Informatica MDM and Data solutions.
• 1 + years Management or Supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of data concepts, data quality management, data controls, and enterprise data operating models.
• Strong team leadership and project management experience across multiple simultaneous initiatives.
• Skilled in the management of complex systems and navigating through ambiguity.
• 5 years of Leadership presence with the ability to formulate and communicate clear vision preferred.
• Solid analytical skills - able to solve problems & interpret instructions in any form.
• Communication – ability to pass messages using different channels (verbal and written).
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Facilitating – ability to organize and facilitate multidisciplinary teams through Project (large or small).
• Change management – ability to communicate a need for change, create all necessary conditions for successful change and overcome different forms of resistance.
• Coaching – ability to coach people to develop their skills and abilities to achieve agreed upon objectives.
• Training – ability to identify and formulate training needs and assure training execution and follow up.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.

Preferred Qualifications

• 7 years preferred of data processing, system analysis design, and operations experience.
• 5 years preferred working with Informatica Customer MDM and Data solutions.
• 5 years of Leadership presence with the ability to formulate and communicate clear vision and sense of direction and mobilize people.

Compensation Details

$119,327 - $161,092 Annually

This amount is what we reasonably believe we will pay for the position; however, offer amounts may vary based on factors such as geographic location, relevant education, experience, qualifications, skills, shift, or any collective bargaining agreements.

For eligible positions, compensation may include participation in a bonus or sales incentive plan,subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan documents. For certain sales roles, Wesco also offers a commission structure that provides additional compensation based on sales results, as defined by the applicable commission plan.

In addition, Wesco offers abenefits program for eligible employees, which may include paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and retirement savings plans. Additional details about benefits are available here.

About the Team

At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on.

Our Company’s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person brings. Through comprehensive benefits and active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive.

Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500® company.

Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Wesco”) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Los Angeles Unincorporated County Candidates Only: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

This posting is for a current, active vacancy intended for immediate hire.