Position Summary

As the Master Data Management Tower Lead at NIQ, you will oversee the management and governance of master data within the Global Finance Operations. Your focus will be on ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and consistency of financial master data across various systems and processes. This role demands strong leadership abilities, meticulous attention to detail, data mining capabilities and a capacity to drive significant process improvements and standardization across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Master Data Governance: Develop and implement governance structures to manage master data effectively across the organization, ensuring data accuracy and consistency. Lead and manage the Master Data Management Tower, developing and implementing master data governance policies, procedures, and controls.
• Data Quality Management: Monitor and enhance the quality of master data within the company's financial systems, implementing controls and procedures to maintain data integrity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and maintain data standards and data quality metrics. Monitor and analyze master data quality, identifying and resolving data issues and inconsistencies.
• Data mining – Should be good in data mining and create Dashboards with analysis.
• Process Improvement: Identify inefficiencies in current data management practices and lead initiatives to streamline and standardize these processes across different functions. Drive process improvements and standardization initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of master data management processes.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with IT, finance, and operational teams to align master data management with business objectives and ensure consistent application of data standards. Collaborate with IT teams to implement and maintain master data management systems and tools.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of data management professionals, setting clear goals and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability. Provide guidance and support to team members, ensuring their understanding of master data management principles and best practices.
• Compliance, Controls and Reporting: Ensure compliance with relevant data protection regulations and internal controls and policies; prepare reports and presentations for senior management detailing master data status and improvement initiatives. Oversee the creation, maintenance, and retirement of master data records, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies. Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations related to master data management.
• Project Leadership – Lead projects related to Master data and migrations ensuring a smooth transition and minimal disruption to financial processes. Provide support for Corporate and global projects and initiatives as assigned by management.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Finance, Accounting, or related field. A master's degree or relevant professional certification (e.g., CDMP, PMP) is a must.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in master data management within a large, complex organization, preferably in a finance function.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong understanding of ERP systems, data management tools, and financial software applications.
• Leadership Skills: Proven leadership abilities with experience managing teams and projects, particularly in a cross-functional and multinational environment.
• Analytical Skills: Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to handle complex data and drive strategic decisions.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of effectively articulating data governance strategies and engaging with senior stakeholders.

At NIQ, we're dedicated to providing more than just a job—we offer you the opportunity to own your story. As part of our team, you'll enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your well-being and career development. From comprehensive healthcare packages to opportunities for ongoing learning and advancement, we're committed to helping you thrive. Join us and experience Life at NIQ!

• Comprehensive Health Care and Life Insurance
• Free Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) - NIQ offers support to all associates and their families for their emotional well-being trough professional, timely and confidential counselling services on issues related to everyday concerns & problems, overcome emotional challenges, and maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle.
• Free LinkedIn Learning access that helps you discover and develop business, technology-related, and creative skills through over 2available in 7 languages
• Access to formal mentoring program
• Vacation and Volunteer time off
• Flexible working environment

Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

About NIQ

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

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