Manager - Master Data

About the job

As a Master Data Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the management, maintenance, and governance of master data across Core42 and affiliates. You will collaborate with various departments to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity while driving continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership qualities, exceptional analytical skills, and a thorough understanding of master data principles.

Core42 is the UAE’s national-scale enabler for cloud and generative AI, combining G42 Group’s expertise across multiple technology disciplines into a single platform for public sector and large enterprise transformations. Building on our capabilities as sovereign cloud and HPC specialist, we bring generative AI, cybersecurity, professional and managed services expertise to enable national-scale program deployments across industries.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement master data management strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity.
• Lead cross-functional teams in defining and standardizing master data definitions, hierarchies, and attributes.
• Establish and maintain data governance frameworks, including data quality standards, data ownership, and stewardship.
• Oversee the design and implementation of master data workflows, processes, and controls to optimize data management operations.
• Collaborate with IT teams to enhance data management systems and tools, ensuring alignment with business requirements.
• Provide leadership and guidance to master data specialists, analysts, and administrators.
• Conduct regular audits and assessments to identify data quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor compliance with data management policies, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize master data management processes and enhance data quality.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on master data management principles, methodologies, and technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field. Master's degree preferred.
• 10 years of experience in master data management or related field.
• Proven track record of successfully leading master data management initiatives in a complex organizational environment.
• Strong understanding of data governance principles, data quality management, and data lifecycle management.
• Experience with master data management tools and technologies (e.g., SAP MDG, Informatica MDM, IBM InfoSphere).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

What We Look For

If you are a performance-driven, inquisitive mind with the agility to adapt to ambiguity, you will fit right in. You should be eager to explore opportunities to build meaningful collaborations with stakeholders and aspire to create unique customer-centric solutions. Bias for action and a passion to conquer new frontiers in the AI space is at the heart of the Core42 community.