Global Master Data Manager (gn)

BIRKENSTOCK is a global lifestyle brand that stands for quality, function and all-round well-being. The historic roots of this long-standing family-run company can be traced back to the year 1774.  Nowadays, the product portfolio comprises sandals and closed shoes, accessories, natural cosmetics as well as beds and sleep systems. With more than 5,500 employees, BIRKENSTOCK is the German shoe industry’s largest employer. BIRKENSTOCK has 16 locations in Germany, with privately owned distribution companies in Europe, Asia and the USA.

To help us achieve our goals at our location in Cologne, we are looking for a

Global Master Data Manager (f/m/d)

In order to support our digitalization and transformation strategy, we are establishing a new business function for the Global Master Data Management. The team is integrated within the product organization and directly reports to the Director Business Development & Transformation.

YOUR TASKS:

• Support the design and establishment of a company-wide master data framework: master data governance, organization, processes, systems & tools
• Work closely with business stakeholders to coordinate and document master data needs & to create suitable end-to-end concepts / data models
• Understand business relevance of existing & new data requirements and ensure proper implementation across systems (e.g., PLM, SAP, PIM, CRM, etc.)
• Solve operational issues by analyzing the root causes and implementing solutions based on the master data framework
• Steer and facilitate solutions in case of conflicting interests between business functions (e.g., unclear definitions, responsibilities, use of attributes, etc.)
• Define data standards and KPIs to secure a high data quality across related functions and systems
• Create data reports and conduct master data audits regularly 

YOUR PROFILE:

• Completed business or IT related degree
• Several years of work experience related to master data management, ideally in a producing company
• Founded experience in the conception and implementation of complex projects
• Fit in MDM tools (e.g., SAP, PLM, CRM) and in MS Office
• Excellent networking and communication skills
• Passion for data and numbers and an ability to lead cross-functional initiatives / projects
• Fluent command of English, German is an advantage
• Willingness to travel on occasion

WE OFFER:

BIRKENSTOCK offers you all the advantages of a successful, fast growing, global company: dynamic work environment, considerable design freedom, authentic and open corporate culture and excellent development opportunities.

Sounds exciting? It is. We are looking forward to receiving your online application, stating your salary expectations!

If you have any further questions, please contact Chloé Gouysse +49 175 209 46 88.