About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Engineering MDM (Master Data Management) Manager to lead the assessment, governance, and optimisation of engineering and product master data across complex manufacturing environments.
This role focuses on reviewing legacy PLM and ERP-driven data models, processes, and integrations, assessing their alignment to best practice, and driving a fit-to-standard data strategy. You will ensure that engineering data is structured, governed, and aligned across systems and functions—enabling consistency from design through manufacturing and into service.
You will take a cross-domain perspective, understanding how engineering data decisions impact downstream processes in manufacturing, supply chain, and service, particularly within SAP-centric landscapes.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the assessment of engineering master data, PLM systems, and related processes, identifying gaps in quality, governance, and structure.
* Define and implement MDM strategies and governance frameworks for product and engineering data.
* Conduct fit-to-standard reviews, aligning legacy data models and processes to best practice and platform standards.
* Drive data harmonisation and standardisation across PLM and SAP (ECC / S/4HANA) environments.
* Own and optimise key data objects including:
* Material masters
* BOMs (EBOM, MBOM, SBOM)
* Document and specification data
* Engineering change records
* Ensure alignment of engineering data across engineering, manufacturing, and service domains, managing cross-functional dependencies and impacts.
* Define and improve data lifecycle processes, including creation, change, release, and obsolescence.
* Collaborate with business and IT stakeholders to improve data quality, governance, and ownership models.
* Support transformation initiatives including PLM modernisation, SAP programmes, and digital thread enablement.
* Lead workshops and provide thought leadership on data-driven transformation.
Required Experience & Skills
* Proven experience in an Engineering MDM, PLM, or Product Data Management leadership role.
* Strong background in engineering and product master data structures within manufacturing environments.
* Experience assessing and improving legacy PLM and ERP data landscapes.
* Deep understanding of SAP (ECC and/or S/4HANA), particularly material master, BOM, and integration with engineering systems.
* Hands-on experience with PLM platforms (e.g., Teamcenter, Windchill, ENOVIA, or similar).
* Expertise in:
* BOM management and transformation
* Engineering Change Management (ECM)
* Data governance and data quality frameworks
* Strong understanding of cross-domain data dependencies (engineering → manufacturing → service).
* Ability to drive fit-to-standard adoption and challenge bespoke legacy approaches.
* Excellent stakeholder engagement and leadership skills.
Desirable
* Experience in MDM or data governance tools and frameworks.
* Exposure to SAP MDG (Master Data Governance).
* Experience in PLM/SAP transformation or migration programmes.
* Knowledge of digital thread / digital continuity concepts.
* Industry experience in automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturing, or high-tech.
What We Offer
* Opportunity to lead enterprise-wide engineering data transformation initiatives
* Work at the intersection of PLM, SAP, and MDM strategy
* Collaborative, forward-thinking environment
* Competitive salary and benefits package
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