Summary: The MDM Integration Lead defines the vision, strategy, and operational excellence for global Master Data Management processes, driving transformation and continuous improvement. Highlights: 1. Owns end-to-end MDM process design, execution, and transformation globally 2. Leads major transformation programs including ERP migrations and AI automation 3. Acts as a trusted advisor to senior business leaders globally **Company Description** SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over **2,500 laboratories and business facilities** across 115 countries, supported by a team of **99,500 dedicated professionals** with over 145 years of service excellence. **Job Description** As the MDM Integration Lead, you will define the vision, strategy, and operational excellence of the global Master Data Management (MDM) process across 100\+ countries. You will own end\-to\-end process design, execution, transformation, and continuous improvement across business units, regions, and Shared Services in a matrix environment. **SPECIFIC RESPONSABILITIES:** **1\. Global Process Strategy** * Own and evolve the global end\-to\-end MDM process blueprint aligned with corporate goals. * Drive standardization, global scalability, and harmonization while balancing local regulatory and governance needs. * Develop global MDM policies, data standards, KPIs, data taxonomies, frameworks, and governance models. **2\. Transformation Leadership** * Design and support major transformation programs (ERP migrations, digital core, AI\-driven automation, GBS expansions). * Embed innovations such as RPA, AI/ML data cleansing, process mining, and automated validation rules. * Serve as executive sponsor for cross\-functional initiatives affecting MDM. * Act as key stakeholder in selecting and implementing ERP, MDM platforms, PIM solutions, and other standard systems. **3\. Performance \& Value Delivery** * Set global metrics and value frameworks for data quality, completeness, accuracy, and performance. * Drive cost optimization, efficiency, cycle time reduction, and service quality. * Identify improvement opportunities via analytics, feedback, and benchmarking. * Strengthen Finance’s operational performance as a strategic business partner. * Support GBS adoption and expansion by defining data service portfolios and catalogs. **4\. Governance \& Risk Management** * Build a robust governance structure ensuring global compliance (SOX, GDPR, data privacy, audit requirements). * Manage escalation paths, change control, and MDM risk frameworks. * Report data quality, governance maturity, and process performance to leadership with strategic recommendations. * Partner with Risk Management, Internal Controls, and auditors to address compliance and risk needs. * Collaborate with corporate functions, IT, country leadership, and Shared Services to sustain strong governance and high\-quality master data. **5\. Stakeholder Engagement** * Act as trusted advisor to senior business leaders globally. * Lead global process councils, data governance committees, and communities of practice. **6\. People Leadership \& Capability Building** * Build and manage a global network of Regional Process Owners, Data Stewards, Local Data Leads, and SMEs. * Foster a culture of stewardship, continuous improvement, innovation, and customer\-centricity. **Qualifications** * Bachelor’s degree required; MBA/Master’s preferred. * Preferred certifications: Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, PMP, ITIL, Data Governance/MDM. * 15\+ years in global process management, MDM, data governance, or transformation. * Experience in multinational, matrixed organizations ($5B\+ revenue). * Expertise with ERP (SAP/Oracle), MDM platforms, BPM tools, automation (UiPath/Automation Anywhere), analytics (PowerBI, Celonis). **REQUIRED SKILLS** * Strategic process thinking linking data excellence to business outcomes * Executive presence; ability to influence senior leadership * Strong change leadership and communication across diverse cultures * Data\-driven decision making using KPIs and analytics * Agility and resilience in fast\-paced, ambiguous environments * Customer\-centric mindset * High integrity and ethical standards **Additional Information** * Join a globally recognized and stable company, a leader in the Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) industry. * Enjoy a flexible schedule and a hybrid work model. * Access continuous learning opportunities through SGS University and Campus. * Collaborate in a multinational environment with colleagues from various continents. * Benefit from a comprehensive benefits platform.