Sr. Manager Enterprise Master Data - Valent North America LLC

Company: Sumitomo Chemical Group Companies Of America
Location: Libertyville
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

About Us: Valent North America LLC is the shared services organization of Valent U.S.A. LLC and Valent BioSciences LLC, which are part of the Valent group of companies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd., Valent North America unites the corporate Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal, and Environmental Health & Safety functions to maximize service delivery practices across the Valent group of companies. Valent U.S.A. engages in the development, registration, sales, and marketing of integrated technological solutions for crop production and pest management that deliver value for customers and stakeholders. Valent BioSciences is a worldwide leader in the research, development, manufacturing, and commercialization of biorational products for the agriculture, public health, and forest health markets. Sumitomo Chemical is one of Japan’s leading chemical companies, offering a diverse range of products globally that support a wide variety of industries and help enhance peoples’ daily lives. General Description Responsible for leading and advancing the Enterprise Master Data Management function across Sumitomo Biorational Company (SBC) and Valent USA. Lead the design, execution, and continuous improvement of the Enterprise MDM operating model, including governance framework, domain ownership structure, data quality management, stewardship processes, and supporting tools. Act as a strategic advisor to business and IT leadership to embed master data governance into enterprise initiatives, integration programs, compliance activities, and digital transformation efforts. Own enterprise master data domains including Product, Customer, Vendor, Location, Recipe or BOM, and regulatory related attributes. Ensure scalable governance, operational discipline, and cross functional alignment while developing organizational capability within the Enterprise MDM team. Principle Responsibilities Establish and lead the Enterprise Master Data Management function serving all SBC entities. Design and institutionalize the Enterprise MDM operating model including governance council, domain ownership, stewardship framework, intake processes, and service level management. Select, implement, and operationalize enterprise MDM governance tools and platforms for workflow automation, metadata management, data lineage, and data quality monitoring. Develop, standardize, and enforce enterprise master data standards, naming conventions, and harmonized data structures across divisions. Oversee enterprise master data domains including Product, Customer, Vendor, Location, Recipe or BOM, and compliance related attributes. Implement and monitor enterprise data quality metrics, dashboards, root cause analysis, and remediation processes. Lead enterprise-wide data harmonization and cleansing initiatives to eliminate duplication and improve data integrity. Partner with ERP, analytics, and digital transformation teams to ensure master data readiness and structural alignment. Establish and chair Enterprise Data Governance Council in collaboration with cross functional stakeholders. Develop and manage centralized intake, prioritization, and SLA adherence processes for master data services. Build, develop, and mentor a high performing Enterprise MDM team, including performance management and succession planning. Present master data governance maturity, risk exposure, and quality metrics to IT Leadership Team and Executive Leadership as required. Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field. Master’s degree preferred. 10 plus years of progressive experience in Master Data Management, Data Governance, ERP data architecture, or enterprise data leadership roles. Demonstrated experience leading enterprise level MDM transformation or centralization initiatives. Proven experience implementing and managing enterprise MDM governance tools and platforms. Strong experience working within SAP or comparable ERP environments and integrated enterprise systems such as Salesforce and PLM. Experience operating within regulated manufacturing, chemical, or life sciences environments preferred Technical Competencies Deep understanding of Enterprise Master Data Management frameworks, governance models, and domain stewardship practices. Hands on experience implementing and optimizing MDM governance tools, workflow platforms, metadata management solutions, and data quality monitoring systems. Strong knowledge of product master, customer master, vendor master, location, and BOM data structures. Working knowledge of ERP data architecture and cross system integration dependencies. Experience developing data quality KPIs and performance dashboards. Ability to align enterprise data governance strategy with broader business objectives Leadership & Soft Skills Demonstrated ability to lead cross functional initiatives and influence senior stakeholders. Strong strategic mindset with disciplined operational execution. Proven experience managing organizational transition from decentralized to centralized governance models. Exceptional communication skills, including experience presenting to executive leadership. Ability to build trust and credibility across multiple business units. High degree of ownership, accountability, and professional integrity. Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands and work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands include constant sitting, walking, standing, simple grasping and fine manipulation with hands; frequent bending at the neck and waist; and occasional squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, twisting at the neck and waist, power grasping, pushing, and pulling with hands, reaching above shoulder level, lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. Work Environment includes exposure to or working in or around equipment and machinery, including a computer keyboard and mouse. It may require occasional travel. Frequency Definitions : Constant = Over 40% / Frequent = Up to 40% / Occasional = Up to 10% What We Offer We recognize that compensation and benefits play a crucial role in your career decisions. That’s why we’re dedicated to equitable pay practices and transparency in how we reward our employees. Base Salary: The estimated annual base salary for this position ranges from: $178,000 to $200,000 . Individual pay is based upon location, skills, experience, and other relevant factors. Incentives: All full-time employees are eligible for an incentive program or profit-sharing program in addition to their base salary. Benefits: High-quality healthcare coverage starting on day one, with options for medical (HSA/HRA), vision, and dental plans 5% company contribution to your 401(k), plus a quarterly discretionary bonus Immediate 100% vesting of all retirement contributions Financial assistance programs to support your goals Life and disability insurance for added security Generous paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and volunteer days Flexible work arrangements available Our Commitment to a Sustainable Future At Valent Group of Companies, we’re proud to power a sustainable future through our work. Sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) have been at the core of our culture since the beginning. Today, they continue to drive everything we do. Join us in making a meaningful impact and contributing to a better world. Valent U.S.A., Valent North America LLC, Valent BioSciences LLC and Mycorrhizal Applications LLC are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and/or identity, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status. LI-HYBRID

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