Master Data Lead

Sol de Janeiro

Master Data Lead governing SAP master data for Sol de Janeiro, a global beauty brand. Driving data quality, launch readiness, governance, and cross-functional process improvements.

Posted 8/17/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $100,000 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in SAP Master Data Governance, including the design and implementation of data quality standards and stewardship practices. Proficient in managing critical SAP master data and enabling new product introductions through effective governance and operational readiness.

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SAP Master Data GovernanceSAP S/4HANA ImplementationData Quality ImprovementCross-Functional CollaborationProcess Improvement

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Hard Skills

SAP Master Data ManagementData ValidationGovernance ControlsWorkflow ManagementAdvanced Excel SkillsReporting ToolsData AnalyticsMaterial Master ManagementBusiness Partner ManagementBills of Material Management

Soft Skills

Influencing Without AuthorityEffective CommunicationProblem SolvingPragmatic Decision-MakingCoaching and Support

Tools & Technologies

SAP S/4HANASAP AnalyticsReporting Tools

Industry Keywords

Supply ChainProcurementPlanningManufacturingLogisticsCommercializationData Governance Frameworks

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design and implementation of master data governance practices, including standards, stewardship roles, approval pathways, ownership responsibilities, and decision rights
Recommend and implement ways of working that protect data quality, compliance, financial reporting, planning, procurement, and operational execution
Manage the creation, maintenance, validation, approval, and continuous improvement of critical SAP master data
Own governance and operational readiness across SAP master data domains, including Material Master, Business Partners, BOMs, Purchasing Info Records, Source Lists, Production Versions, Product Hierarchies, Units of Measure, Packaging Specifications, Planning Data, Procurement Data, Sales Data, transportation and shipping attributes, and quality management master data
Partner with Commercialization, Product Development, Procurement, Planning, Manufacturing Partners, and Logistics to ensure master data is complete, accurate, controlled, and ready before SAP activation
Enable new product introductions, product changes, discontinuations, regional launches, and acquisitions through accurate and timely master data execution
Define KPIs, dashboards, audits, and reporting for data quality, completeness, compliance, and stewardship performance
Create validation rules, naming conventions, approval controls, and remediation practices to prevent recurring data defects
Lead master data readiness for launches and business changes, including new products, promotional items, regional expansions, reformulations, packaging changes, discontinuations, and acquisition integrations
Drive cross-functional readiness reviews and validate end-to-end data dependencies before execution is impacted
Serve as a senior SAP master data subject matter expert and translate complex concepts into practical business guidance and standards
Create training, documentation, SOPs, process maps, and stakeholder education
Coach and support Data Stewards through workshops, guidance, and operating routines
Represent master data requirements in SAP projects, commercial initiatives, acquisitions, and transformation efforts
Work with IT to strengthen workflows, automation, SAP capabilities, and S/4HANA enhancements
Improve master data processes, workflows, automation, and controls to increase efficiency and operational resilience
Establish governance practices, measurable data quality improvement, launch-ready product master data, and embedded stewardship routines within the first 12 months

Requirements

What you’ll need

6+ years of progressive experience in SAP Master Data, Supply Chain, Procurement, Planning, Manufacturing, or related business functions
4+ years of hands-on experience with SAP master data governance and execution
Experience with SAP S/4HANA implementations or transformation programs, preferably SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud
Experience establishing or maturing master data governance frameworks within a global or high-growth organization
Deep understanding of SAP S/4HANA master data, including Material Master, Business Partners, Bills of Material, Purchasing Info Records, Source Lists, Product Hierarchies, Production Versions, and related objects
Strong end-to-end understanding of Procurement, Planning, Manufacturing, Inventory Management, Logistics, Commercialization, and Finance processes
Experience enabling new product introductions and commercialization through master data readiness
Experience with workflow management, data validation, governance controls, and continuous process improvement
Advanced Excel skills and experience using reporting or analytics tools
Ability to influence cross-functional teams and business leaders without direct authority
Ability to communicate SAP concepts to technical and business stakeholders
Ability to create standards, policies, training, and change enablement practices
Ability to solve complex business problems using process requirements, data dependencies, and scalable SAP solutions
Sound judgment, pragmatic decision-making, and comfort holding standards before approval

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and bonus program for full-time team members
Flexible hybrid work environment with opportunities for collaboration and growth
Inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and celebrates individuality
The chance to be part of a fast-growing, award-winning global beauty brand