Job Description

Company Description

John Crane, a business of Smiths Group, is a global leader in mission-critical flow control solutions for energy and process industries that enable efficient and sustainable operations. Our products include mechanical seals and systems, couplings, filtration systems, and predictive digital monitoring technologies.


We have a global network of more than 200 sites in over 50 countries and employ more than 6,000 people worldwide. We partner with our customers to help them keep their operations safe, reduce downtime, improve efficiency, and meet the latest environmental standards.


John Crane is part of Smiths Group. For over 170 years, Smiths has been pioneering progress by engineering for a better future. We serve millions of people every year, helping to create a safer, more efficient, productive, and better-connected world across four global markets: energy, security & defence, space & aerospace, and general industrial. Listed on the London Stock Exchange, Smiths employs approximately 16,000 colleagues in over 50 countries.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Master Data Domain Lead to join our team in Slough, United Kingdom. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for leading and overseeing the master data management function, ensuring data quality, consistency, and integrity across our organisation.

Develop and implement master data management strategies aligned with organisational goals Lead a team of data specialists, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance management Establish and maintain data governance frameworks and policies Oversee data quality initiatives and implement data cleansing processes Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve data-related issues Drive continuous improvement in master data management processes and tools Manage complex data integration and migration projects Ensure compliance with data protection regulations and industry standards Develop and deliver reports on master data quality and performance metrics Act as a subject matter expert for master data management across the organisation Liaise with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into data solutions

Qualifications

Knowledge of SAP ERP is essential (ideally R3) Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field; Master's degree preferred Minimum of 7 years of experience in master data management Extensive knowledge of master data management systems, data governance frameworks, and data quality tools Proficiency in SQL, database management, and data modelling Strong understanding of business intelligence platforms and their integration with master data Demonstrated experience in managing data integration and migration projects Excellent knowledge of data governance principles and regulatory compliance in data management Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail Proven ability to lead and motivate teams in a fast-paced environment Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels Experience with project management methodologies and tools Relevant certifications such as CDMP or MDM Institute certification are desirable Ability to travel occasionally to other UK offices as required

Additional Information

With colleagues stretching across the globe, we are proud of our diversity. To foster inclusivity, we run employee resource groups (ERGs) to provide a safe space for employees to connect and support each other. Our cross-business ERGs include Veterans, Pride Network, Black Employee Network, Women@Work Network, and Neurodiversity.


Across our company, we recognize excellence, culminating in the Smiths Excellence Awards, our annual celebration of the most extraordinary activities, people, and projects that best showcase our strengths and help drive our business forward. We announce these on our annual Smiths Day, a global celebration of Smiths around our network.


Join us for a great career with competitive compensation and benefits, while helping engineer a better future.


We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.


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