Master Data Management Lead (gn)

The Quality Group; United States; Remote; USD 135,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Remote work options

Employee discounts

E-gym Wellpass subsidy

Workation

Corporate benefits

28 days vacation/year

Job summary

The Quality Group (TQG) seeks a seasoned Master Data Management Lead to own global MDM strategy, governance, and operating models across the organization. You will establish data ownership, drive cross‑functional collaboration, and coordinate central governance between SCM, Sales, Finance, and IT.

You will build a Center of Competence for MDM, lead the team, and collaborate with data architecture to translate strategic guidelines into technical solutions.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of professional experience in MDM, data governance, or data-driven transformation.
• Industry experience in FMCG, food, dietary supplements, or retail is preferred.
• Proven leadership in cross-departmental projects and governance structures.

Responsibilities

• Define global MDM strategy, roadmap, and data governance framework.
• Build and lead a central MDM Center of Competence (CoC).
• Lead the MDM team functionally and disciplinarily; coordinate Data Stewards.
• Design the Master Data Operating Model (MDOM) and end-to-end processes.
• Bridge with business units and lead governance committees.
• Define and monitor MDM KPIs with dashboards and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with MDM data architecture to translate guidelines into solutions.
• Promote data ownership across the organization.

Skills

MDM governance

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

SAP S/4HANA knowledge

Data modeling

German & English

Tools

ERP systems

PIM (Akeneo)

CRM

WMS

PLM (Centric)

Job description

Start: 01.01.2027| Level: Lead | Location: Germany, remote | Working hours: Fulltime (40h/week)

AsMaster Data Management Lead, you will bear overall strategic responsibility for master data management across the entire company. In this role, you will define the governance structure, set priorities for MDM initiatives, and ensure that data ownership, decision-making rights, and processes are clearly established. You will act as the central interface between business strategy and operational data.

The role can be performed remotely from anywhere within Germany, with occasional visits to our headquarters in Hamburg (approximately once per month during the first year, with less frequent visits possible thereafter)

Your mission

• You are responsible for the global MDM strategy, the roadmap, and the data governance framework, as well as defining clear data responsibilities (Data Ownership)
• You will build a central MDM Center of Competence (CoC) within the TQG Group, establish standards, and ensure the internal development of expertise
• You will lead the MDM team functionally and disciplinary, and coordinate the Business and Technical Data Stewards
• You will design the Master Data Operating Model (MDOM) as well as end-to-end, cross-domain master data processes (Product, Customer, Supplier, Finance, Logistics)
• You will act as a bridge to the business units (SCM, Sales, Finance, etc.) and lead strategic governance committees
• You will define and monitor MDM metrics (KPIs) using dashboards and drive continuous improvement processes
• You will work closely with the MDM data architecture team to optimally translate strategic guidelines into technical solutions
• You will actively promote a cultural shift toward active data ownership across the entire organization

Your experience & skills

• You bring at least 7 years of profound professional experience in the field of MDM, data governance, or data-driven transformation projects
• Ideally, you possess solid industry expertise in FMCG, food, dietary supplements, or retail
• You have proven leadership competence in cross-departmental projects as well as experience in building MDM governance structures in medium-sized companies
• You understand end-to-end master data processes (especially Product, Customer, Supplier, and Finance) down to the smallest detail
• You have sound knowledge of SAP S/4HANA within the master data context and are familiar with systems such as ERP, PIM (e.g., Akeneo), CRM, WMS, or PLM (e.g., Centric)
• You possess practical know-how regarding data models and system integrations
• You are characterized by a structured, analytical, and strategic mindset, paired with a documentation quality suitable for top-management level
• You convince with strong communication and moderation skills to drive organizational change, and you are fluent in both German and English

Why choose us?

Being part of our team means joining a high-performing company with a diverse and inclusive culture. In our fast-growing team of over 1,200 employees, we combine our passion for sports nutrition, supplements, and healthy foods with cutting-edge technology, production, and logistics processes. All of this serves one goal: providing our customers with top-quality products to support their healthy and active lifestyle.

You can look forward to a strong sense of team spirit, ongoing opportunities for professional growth and responsibility, and an exciting work environment that blends lifestyle and career. With locations in Hamburg, Elmshorn, Kaltenkirchen/Nützen, and Elsdorf, TQG offers diverse career opportunities in areas such as technology, product development, sales, marketing, and logistics. Additionally, you’ll benefit from:

• Flexible working hours and remote work options
• Attractive employee discounts
• Subsidy for the E-gym Wellpass
• Workation
• Corporate benefits
• 28 days vacation/year
• and much more

About Us

The Quality Group (TQG) is an innovative provider of sports nutrition products, bringing together the successful brands ESN and More Nutrition since 2021.

ESN has been the German market leader in sports nutrition since 2004, offering products like protein powders, bars, and supplements designed for ambitious fitness goals. Founded in 2017, More Nutrition focuses on healthy, reduced-sugar foods, providing solutions for conscious nutrition and weight management without compromise.

TQG’s vision is to help people become the best version of themselves. With passion and innovation, the company develops high-quality products that promote health, performance, and joy in life. Its agile company culture and exciting career opportunities make TQG a strong partner not only for customers but also for employees.

This is us – The Quality Group – nice to meet you! Now it’s your turn!

Regardless of gender, age, background, or identity – what matters to us is who you are and what you bring to the table.