The Story Behind the Role

Given the global scope and complexity of Product Master Data across diverse regions, what's the most significant challenge you foresee in achieving global process harmonization and how would this role specifically tackle it?

That's an excellent question and truly hits the core of what makes this role so pivotal. The biggest challenge, I'd say, lies in navigating the diverse needs and existing systems across our global regions while ensuring a unified, efficient P-MDM process. It's not just about technical integration, but about fostering a shared understanding and buy-in from various stakeholders, from Tokyo to Hamburg. This role is truly at the helm of this transformation. You'll be the one to orchestrate collaboration, identify common ground, and champion the new standards. Your success will directly translate into more accurate data, faster product launches, and ultimately, a more agile and competitive Evident. It's a chance to leave a lasting impact on our global operations.

The job description emphasizes striving for improvement and process automation. Could you elaborate on Evident's long-term vision for leveraging automation in master data management, and how this role contributes to shaping that future?

We're absolutely committed to innovation in master data, and automation is a key pillar of that strategy. Our long-term vision is to move towards a more proactive, intelligent P-MDM system that not only ensures data quality but also anticipates business needs and reduces manual effort significantly. This role is central to that evolution. You're not just maintaining processes; you're actively shaping their future. You'll be instrumental in identifying bottlenecks, defining requirements for automation tools, and working closely with IT to implement solutions that free up our specialists for more strategic, analytical work. It's about empowering the team and making Evident's data backbone truly future-proof.

Beyond the technical and process-oriented aspects, how does Evident support leaders in fostering a strong, collaborative team environment, especially given the global nature and the explicit need to 'matrix well across all functions'?

At Evident, we believe strong leadership is about empowerment and connection. While the global scope presents unique challenges, we actively encourage our leaders to build bridges across departments and geographies. You'll have access to leadership development programs and a network of seasoned professionals who understand the nuances of working in an international company. We foster a culture where 'hands-on mentality' doesn't mean doing everything yourself, but rather being close to your team's work, understanding their challenges, and advocating for their needs. Your ability to 'matrix well' is crucial, and we support that by promoting open communication, transparent decision-making, and celebrating collective successes across the board. You'll be empowered to lead your team effectively while influencing decisions that impact the entire organization.

Description

Evident, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with a significant European presence in Hamburg, Germany, is a global leader in scientific solutions. Employing around 4,500 people worldwide across 57 locations, Evident Europe contributes approximately 770 employees in 16 countries. Our diverse product portfolio spans advanced microscope systems for clinical diagnostics, medical and basic research, industrial applications, as well as videoscopes, non-destructive testing equipment, and X-ray fluorescence analysis. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced leader to join our team as a Team Lead Product Master Data Management (P-MDM) to drive efficiency and quality across our global product data landscape.

What You'll Do

Lead a team of Product Master Data Specialists, managing daily execution of product data tasks for the Americas and EMEA region, in line with business priorities.
Monitor and balance the team’s workload and ensure availability.
Own business critical KPIs, including the item creation cycle time.
Own the global end-to-end Product Master Data Management (P-MDM) process, ensuring effective integration with the New Product Development process and all major business processes.
Coordinate and closely collaborate with the community of process stakeholders.
Set-up and roll-out a set of operational KPIs, covering the process end-to-end.
Continuously strive for improvement & process automation to increase efficiency and quality in master data management.
Partner with Master Data Governance and other IT functions on process design, requirements, and roadmap.
Drive further harmonization of global P-MDM processes and data standards in collaboration with other functions.

What You'll Need

University Degree.
Experienced in managing product master data.
Demonstrated strong experience in project management.
Pronounced analytical and conceptual skills, very data-oriented approach.
Exceptional end-to-end process understanding and mindset.
Strong solution orientation and proactive behavior.
Ability to matrix well across all functions.
\"Hands-on mentality\" and flexibility to take operational tasks within the team.
Strong command of English.
Team player with strong communication and interaction skills.

Our Culture

Evident fosters a highly collaborative and growth-oriented environment, offering excellent work-life balance with flexible working hours, remote work options, and generous holidays. They emphasize continuous improvement, process automation, and strong stakeholder partnership across global operations, while also investing in employee well-being.

Manager Global Product Master Data (m/f/d)

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