Master Data Management Lead

Job Title: MDM Lead

Location: Toledo, OH

Duration: 12 Months

Position Type: Contract-W2

Primary Skills: MDM, Reltio, Stibo

Description:

This is Hybrid role (2-3 days onsite) -Preferred candidates in/ready to relocate to Detroit/Columbus/Toledo, OH

Roles& Responsibilities

Serve as the primary execution lead for the enterprise MDM roadmap, translating strategic priorities into actionable plans and deliverables

.Partner with business stakeholders to gather requirements and drive alignment across Customer, Supplier, and Legal Entity master data domains

.Leadership of the MDM Program Management office, including intake, prioritization, orchestration, reporting and change management

.Champion change management efforts through inclusion of communications, training coordination, and adoption monitoring

.Create cross-functional work-streams to coordinate milestones, dependencies, and risks to ensure prompt delivery of MDM initiatives

.Design, implement and continuously improve MDM governance, operating models, and business processes with support from MDM Lead

.Work closely with Digital Technology to support implementation, integration, and optimization of the enterprise MDM platform

.Develop and maintain program reporting, KPIs, and executive-ready updates

.Identify issues and risks proactively and escalate with recommended options

.Support vendor coordination and contribute to ensuring accountability for delivery and outcomes

.Contribute to building reusable documentation, playbooks, and knowledge assets to support scalability and continuity

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Qualification

s 10–12 years of experience in data, operations, digital technology, finance, or related enabling function

s.5 years of experience in Master Data Management and strong understanding of master data concepts, data governance, and business/technology alignmen

t.Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross-functional programs or initiative

s.Experience working in large, matrixed organizations with multiple stakeholder

s.Excellent communication skills with the ability to synthesize complex topics for executive audience

s.
Desired Characteristi

cs Experience with ERP, enterprise systems, or master data tools such as Reltio, Stibo or Informati

ca.Ability to lead a team/onshore & Offshore. Ensure SLAs are m

et.Strong awareness of Customer & Product MDM proces

sesStrong problem-solving skills and comfort operating in ambiguous, evolving environmen

ts.Structured thinker with strong program management and prioritization capabiliti

es.Influencer who can build trust and momentum without formal authori

ty.Passion for data quality, operational excellence, and business impa

ct.
If you're interested, please share your updated resume to Mahith.g@kaavinc