Master Data Manager & Business Tools (f/m/d/x)

Responsibilities / Tasks

At GEA, engineering for a better world is our purpose, and our mission is crystal clear: We safeguard future generations by providing sustainable engineering solutions in the food, beverage and other key industries.

In our HRT (Heating and Refrigeration Technologies) division, our proven comprehensive portfolio - including heat pumps - plays a crucial role towards the decarbonization of cities and the reduction of global CO₂ emissions.

GEA is undergoing a holistic business transformation. We are harmonising and optimising our global process landscape, strengthening data management & governance as a strategic business capability and migrating to the latest ERP technology (SAP S4/Hana).

We are now seeking a skilled individual, who is passionate about data, to establish, manage, and optimise our data strategy, data governance and processes supporting strategic business projects, key business tools, and functions. This position requires a combination of leadership, technical expertise, and process optimization to ensure high data quality and operational efficiency.

As a valued member of our team, you have the freedom to make a difference, with your contributions helping shape and guide our organization towards success.

As Master Data Manager & Business Tools (f/m/d/x), you will join our friendly, international, and diverse team in either our Berlin, Düsseldorf or Hertogenbosch office. Join us on our journey towards sustainability and take the first step towards an exciting new opportunity!

Responsibilities:

• Lead master data operations within the HRT division, ensuring efficient data workflows, high data quality & management

• Collaborate with Global Data Governance organisation to define data frameworks & policies for HRT division

• Be responsible for selected HRT master data domains (Customer and others e.g.: Supplier, Material …)

• Working in a multi-matrix organisation, you will implement open collaboration between the division, region and countries and central functions

• Be the HRT division CRM tool owner, responsible for coordinating CRM activities, project portfolio and deliverables

• Develop, document, and optimize HRT CRM processes for master data quality, governance and operational excellence.

• Identify and monitor the customer master data quality issues in CRM and ensuring the region and countries data experts implement the right remediation plan.

• Collaborate with the global master data organisation and cross-functional teams to align master data domains’ roadmaps with business needs and priorities.

• Ensure compliance with the global master data governance policies and data privacy regulations.

• Manage the CRM features backlog ensuring alignment with business needs and technical limitations.

• Collaborate as a technical expert on various projects, e.g. S/4HANA and other business tools.

• Develop a team of data stewards and analysts to ensure efficient data operations across the business units.

• Oversee project timelines and ensure successful delivery of master data-related projects.

• Foster a positive team culture focused on continuous improvement and high-quality output.

Your Profile / Qualifications

Your Profile & Qualifications:

• 5+ years experience in a Master Data Management or Master Data Governance position (e.g. a Data Office) with strong experience with master data governance, quality, and management principles.

• Expertise in SAP C4C module and familiarity with SAP MDG modules for master data governance and management.

• Excellent project management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.

• Ability to guide and lead senior management stakeholders on technical expertise and best practices, fostering a data-driven culture.

• Strong methodological and technical understanding of how data can improve business as well as an analytical approach to problem solving

• Ability to work effectively in a team, curiosity and enthusiasm

• Ideally a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Informatics, Computer Science, or related field

• Experience with visualisation of large amounts of data (e.g. SAP Analytics Cloud, PowerBI, further data visualisation tools.)

• A strong interest in the latest trends of data (e.g. data governance, data analytics)Act as lead in project & change management

• English (working proficient)

We offer:

• The chance to contribute to a better world

• An exciting task in a diverse, friendly and motivated team

• True ownership in your area of responsibility and the freedom to make a difference

• International and innovative environment

• Hybrid work model

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Then please click apply above to access our guided application process.