The Item Configuration & Master Data Management Lead

Cornell Dubilier - Manufacturer of Power Capacitors; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PTO

Paid holidays

Prescription Drug Plans

401k

Basic Life Insurance

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Cornell Dubilier is seeking an Item Configuration & Master Data Management Lead. This role requires overseeing master item data management across Engineering and Operations. You will ensure data accuracy and lead a team in the Philippines, driving continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree, at least 5 years of experience in data management, and effective leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary up to $114,000 per year and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in master data management or related roles.
• Prior people management experience in global teams.
• Strong background in managing complex data structures.

Responsibilities

• Manage master item data processes across its lifecycle.
• Serve as liaison between Engineering and data entry teams.
• Lead master data readiness activities for ERP transition.

Skills

Data management

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related

Tools

Oracle ERP

ERP systems

Job description

The Item Configuration & Master Data Management Lead is a management role responsible for governing, maintaining, and continuously improving master item data across the enterprise. This role serves as the primary bridge between Engineering teams that generate item data and a Philippines‑based data entry team responsible for execution within the ERP. The position owns end-to-end master item data processes, including routings, bills of materials, compliance, and shipping data, and requires strong leadership, deep data management experience, cross‑functional collaboration, and the ability to work effectively across time zones.

Key Responsibilities

Master Data Ownership & Governance

• Own and manage master item data across its full lifecycle, from engineering release through implementation and maintenance
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of data related to:
• Routings
• Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Compliance and regulatory data
• Shipping and logistics attributes
• Establish, document, and enforce master data governance standards, controls, and approval workflows
• Act as the escalation point for complex or cross-functional master data issues

Cross‑Functional Partnership (Engineering & Operations)

• Serve as the primary liaison between Engineering teams supplying item data and the data entry team responsible for system execution
• Partner with Engineering, Planning, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Compliance, and IT to ensure data requirements are clearly defined and met
• Translate engineering changes and technical requirements into standardized, executable data inputs

ERP Systems & Transformation

• Learn and operate within Knowles’ current ERP system to support day‑to‑day master data needs
• Lead master data readiness activities in support of the planned Oracle ERP transition
• Partner with IT and business stakeholders on data migration, cleansing, validation, and future‑state data design
• Help define best practices and standards for master data within Oracle

Team Leadership (Philippines‑Based Data Team)

• Manage, coach, and develop a team of data entry and data management professionals located in the Philippines
• Establish performance expectations, quality standards, and KPIs
• Provide regular feedback, training, and career development support
• Coordinate priorities and workloads to meet business timelines
• Maintain strong communication and engagement across time zones, including required overlap with Philippines working hours
• Monitor data quality metrics and proactively identify trends or systemic issues
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce errors, rework, and cycle time
• Develop and maintain SOPs and process documentation to support scalability and consistency

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of experience in master data management, item configuration, or related data-focused roles
• Prior people management experience, including leading teams in global or offshore environments
• Strong background in managing complex data structures such as BOMs and routings
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with Engineering and Operations teams
• Willingness to work overlapping hours with Philippines-based team as required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Oracle ERP (Oracle Cloud, EBS, or similar)
• Prior experience supporting ERP implementations or major system transitions
• Background in manufacturing, supply chain, regulated products, or compliance-driven environments
• Strong leadership and people‑management capabilities
• Exceptional attention to detail and data discipline
• Ability to influence across functions without direct authority
• Process-driven mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
• Clear communicator across technical and non-technical audiences
• Comfortable operating in a global, matrixed organization

Travel

• Occasional travel may be required to support system implementations, site coordination, or team development
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• Flexible PTO
• Paid holidays
• Prescription Drug Plans
• Retirement Savings Plan (401k)
• Basic Life Insurance
• Employee Referral Program

One element in our total compensation package is base pay. The starting base pay for this role is $76,000 to $114,000 per year.

Individual compensation decisions are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to previous experience and skills acquired prior to joining us, cost of living in the assigned work location, assigned schedule, and salaries of similarly situated peers at the company. It is to be expected that candidates will come to us with different sets of skills and experiences and therefore will be paid at different points in the stated range. We recognize that the person(s) we select for hire may be less experienced or more experienced than the role as posted; if this is the case, any updates to available salary ranges will be communicated with candidates during the recruitment process.

Equal Opportunity Statement: We prohibit pay discrimination and discrimination of any kind based on race, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, or other legally protected status.

ITAR Statement: Please note that this position may require access to technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants must be U.S. persons (citizens, lawful permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status) or have the necessary authorization to access controlled technical data. Compliance with ITAR and EAR regulations is a condition of employment.