Global Data & Information Manager

Job title: Global Data & Information Manager

Location: Seaham, UK

Job Type: Permanent Full Time (hybrid 4d/week in office)

Company Overview

Our client is an Private Equity-backed global manufacturer of flavour and fragrance ingredients who are partnered with the world's leading flavour and fragrance companies and are the secret ingredient in many of the world's favourite brands. You'll find our clients ingredients in famous products from coffee to confectionery, and perfume to pet food.

Position Overview:

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You'll be working closely across business functions in a global business, liaising with them and acting as the primary point of contact for all things data and information related. Aligned with the 'one team' values, the successful applicant will collaborate with our clients users, third-party systems providers and managed service partners to maintain and improve our data and reporting, generating tangible value from the information asset.

Suitable candidates will have a real enthusiasm for data, hands-on experience managing data and management information, coupled with a broad understanding of data management, governance, security and protection (including GDPR) with knowledge of complex systems and data. Previous exposure to Oracle E-Business Suite, preferably in a manufacturing business would be advantageous.

Reporting to the IT Director, this is a key role in an ongoing drive to improve systems, management information, and the efficiency of data governance across the business.

Responsibilities will include

• Monitoring and managing the quality of master data within Oracle EBS and other core business systems
• Identifying data quality concerns and working with internal and external teams to address issues
• Seeking opportunities to enhance or improve data quality, data governance standards and master data management protocols
• Ensuring timely and accurate master data updates are made as required and requested by the business
• Acting as the single point of contact to collate, evaluate and assist in the scoping process for new reports, data integrations, extracts, or outputs
• Work with the Development and Change Advisory Group to manage approval and prioritisation of developments of and changes to reports, data integrations, extracts, or outputs
• Oversee the delivery of approved developments of and changes to reports, data integrations, extracts, or outputs
• Liaising with third party systems partners to assist in managing data, reporting or information management issues
• Managing collaboration between partners and internal teams to deliver a 'one team' approach to the delivery of high quality data to stakeholders
• Maintaining high levels of service and professionalism in all interactions with stakeholders
• Proactively managing master data, reporting and information output requests within our service management tool, identifying and responding where appropriate
• Assisting with system administration activities where appropriate including managing systems audit, security roles, or similar
• Providing advice, guidance and an escalation path for all information governance requirements
• Supporting the IT Director and leadership team in the preparation of reports, budgets, recommendations, business cases and plans for improvement initiatives or governance/capability investments
• Working flexibly to perform other duties as may be required

Requirements and experience:

• Demonstrable experience in a data/information management or similar role providing support for all data requirements, preferably in a similar industry or organisational setting
• Great interpersonal skills and written and verbal communication
• In-depth understanding of systems, data governance and security controls, analysis and reporting tools. Experience of Oracle EBS and PowerBI would be advantageous
• Deep experience in a cross-functional working environment, defining and delivering high quality, consistent data and information outputs
• Full driving licence - some travel between sites in Seaham, Hartlepool and Teesside will be required
• As a global 24/7 business some flexibility in working hours, and occasional out-of-hours working may be required
  

Benefits:

Comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Competitive salary.
• Employee Bonus Scheme.
• Company pension scheme.
• Professional development opportunities.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment.
  

If you are a skilled data professional who is passionate about high-quality data, we invite you to apply for this important role. The position offers great opportunities for growth and development in a dynamic, evolving business at an exciting time in its journey.

For more information please contact Travis Townsend at Major Recruitment.

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