Master Data Lead

PPG; Monroeville (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

PPG is seeking a Master Data Lead to drive the master data process within the Specialty Products business unit. You will ensure integrity, quality, governance, and compliance of master data across our SAP environment and support global processes from the Monroeville site.

You will refine data standards, lead cross-functional collaboration with Product Management, Supply Chain, Finance, Procurement, and IT, and act as the SME for enterprise data to enable continuous improvement and operational

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information systems, business administration, or related field.
• 4–8+ years of SAP MD/M governance or compliance experience.
• Hands-on experience with SAP MD objects: customer, vendor, material.
• Understanding of data governance frameworks, controls, and compliance.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and SAP CoE.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management to guide change.

Responsibilities

• Manage SAP master data for customers, vendors, and materials, including creation, updates, and lifecycle management.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to support business processes and maintain data integrity.
• Establish KPIs and perform data quality assessments, audits, validations.
• Define and enforce master data governance policies and standards.
• Serve as subject-matter expert for enterprise data across systems and processes.

Skills

SAP Master Data Management

Data Governance

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Thinking

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in information systems, business administration, or related field

Tools

SAP

CoE Collaboration Tools

Job description

As a Master Data Lead, you will lead the master data process within PPG Specialty Products Business. You will ensure the integrity, quality, governance, and compliance of master data across our SAP environment. You will play a key role in refining and enforcing data standards. You will also support global business processes and improve master data management (MDM) practices across domains such as customer, vendor, and material. We ask that you be strong decision‑making capability to prioritize data programs and resolve data issues, while ensuring consistent and high‑quality outcomes across the organization. You will report to the Global Product and Process Improvement Manager and we will base you on site at the Monroeville location.

Responsibilities

• Manage SAP master data for customers, vendors, and materials, encompassing creation, updates, governance controls, and end‑of‑life data management.
• Partner with cross‑functional stakeholders (Product Management, Supply Chain, Finance, Procurement, Operations, Quality, IT, and DMO) to support business processes, resolve data issues, and maintain high data integrity standards.
• Establish KPIs and perform data quality assessments, audits, and validations across master data domains to ensure integrity, quality, and governance.
• Define, implement, and enforce master data governance policies and standards, improving data quality and consistency to support global business processes and drive continuous improvement across domains such as customer, vendor, and material data within SAP.
• Serve as the subject‑matter expert for enterprise data, ensuring its integration, governance, and use across systems, tools, and business processes to support operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in information systems, Business Administration, or related field
• 4–8+ years of experience in SAP Master Data Management, Data Governance, or Compliance roles
• Hands‑on experience with SAP master data objects (customer, vendor and material)
• Understanding of data governance frameworks, controls, and compliance requirements
• Experience working with teams, senior leaders and SAP CoE
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and attention‑to‑detail skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to guide change management, influence adoption, and align partners.

How we work

At PPG, we bring teams together to accelerate collaboration and career development, with in‑person work Monday through Thursday and the opportunity to work remotely on Flexible Fridays. Schedules may vary by location.

About Us

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X.

The PPG Way 2030

We are customer champions

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow.

We act with purpose and speed

Agile. Data‑driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.

We are excellent operators

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.

We compete to win

Future‑focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths.

We are PPG proud

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world.

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PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

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PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, training, qualifications, education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.

Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well‑being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

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