Director, Master Data & Governance

Summary

This role will be responsible for leading the development of master data policies, ensuring the collection and protection of master data standards, and optimizing the master data architecture to support Chobani's business processes. The ideal candidate will be a subject matter expert with a deep understanding of the master data domain and have an interest in exploring AI applications in this area. They will ensure high-quality master data and advance its use, which is critical to SAP and, to some extent, Microsoft AX, acting as a strategic partner to stakeholders. The role will address challenges in master data management and governance, establish a governance model with appropriate business accountabilities, and streamline master data processes. This position is crucial in translating business requirements into solutions that improve master data management, data quality monitoring, and governance. The centralization of our Master Data Management and Governance is a change from the current structure, making change management an important success factor.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement a team of master data stewards overseeing daily data maintenance to uphold and continuously improve data quality and processes.
• Build a master data community of practice to share and embed best practices and knowledge, as well as ensure easy and intact system upgrades.
• Develop and implement a multiyear MDM strategy.Develop a clear multi-year roadmap for master data management, including key performance indicators to measure data quality, process effectiveness, and organizational performance across different business functions.
• Lead master data governance initiatives. Set up and maintain global master data governance frameworks to ensure consistency, accuracy, completeness, and conformity of master data across Chobani. Work closely with business leaders and data stewards to drive adoption of governance policies and best practices. Function as the interface with IT, Internal Control, Operations, Commercial Finance and ERP for the digital roadmap of SAP master data management optimizing integration tools to improve data entry and maintenance.
• Performance management & continuous improvement.Drive continuous improvements in data management processes, systems, and technologies. Measure and report on MDM performance, ensuring that the MDM strategy delivers tangible results in terms of data quality, operational efficiency, and user adoption. Provide reports on key performance indicators like Right First Time (RFT) and lead time adherence and drive necessary improvements.
• Stakeholder engagement & change management.Develop and execute communication strategies to ensure MDM is clearly understood and embraced across the organization. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop data governance policies and frameworks and maintain data governance structures.
• Training & enablement.Develop and coordinate training programs to onboard new users and upskill existing teams on MDM practices, tools, and processes.
• Collaboration with business process owners.Work closely with business process owners and functional teams to ensure MDM processes are aligned with business operations and that data supports decision-making at all levels.

Requirements

About Us

Chobani is a food maker with a mission of making high-quality and nutritious food accessible to more people, while elevating our communities and making the world a healthier place. In short : making good food for all. In support of this mission, Chobani is a purpose-driven, people-first, food-and-wellness-focused company, and has been since its founding in 2005 by Hamdi Ulukaya, an immigrant to the U.S. The Company manufactures yogurt, oat milk, and creamers - Chobani yogurt is America's No.1 yogurt brand, made with natural ingredients without artificial preservatives. Following the 2023 acquisition of La Colombe, a leading coffee roaster with a shared commitment to quality, craftmanship and impact, the Company began selling cold-pressed espresso and lattes on tap at 32 cafes, as well as Ready to Drink (RTD) coffee beverages at retail.

Chobani uses food as a force for good in the world - putting humanity first in everything it does. The company's philanthropic efforts prioritize giving back to its communities and beyond : working to eradicate child hunger, supporting immigrants, refugees and underrepresented people, honoring veterans, and protecting the planet. Chobani manufactures its products in New York, Idaho, Michigan and Australia, and its products are available throughout North America and distributed in Australia and other select markets.

For more information, please visit www.chobani.com and www.lacolombe.com , or follow us on Facebook , Twitter , Instagram and LinkedIn .

Chobani is an equal opportunity employer. Chobani will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and / or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws.

Chobani provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, disability insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement.To help save for the future, all employees are eligible for a 401k match of 100% on up to 5% of eligible pay. To support growing families, we provide fertility and childcare assistance, and 12 weeks of parental leave at full pay after six months of continuous employment. In addition, we provide wellness resources which include an employee assistance program,fitness discounts, a wellness reimbursement, on-site gym access (certain locations) and a monthly wellness newsletter to connect you with resources and timely information. We offer various types of paid time of including : 120 hours of paid time off,11 holidays, paid volunteer time off and military service leave.

Compensation Range : $148,000.00-$222,000.00, plus bonus.