Data & Governance Lead

Expired

Toronto, ON
Hybrid
Posted Oct 7, 2026
1 position

$70–$75 / hour

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Employment type: Contract
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Office presence: 4 days per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level
Application method: Direct apply is available

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Expired Oct 9, 2026

Original job posting

Lead the design and implementation of a master data governance framework for the SAP IBP optimization program, including ownership, stewardship, policies, workflows, and data quality controls. Coordinate cross-functional governance and master data activities across SAP systems, and support testing, cutover, deployment, and post-go-live readiness.

Job details

Contract 9 months with extensions 3-4 days a week on site Hourly rate - $70-75/CAD based in experience Insight Global is seeking a Master Data & Governance Lead to drive the design, implementation, and adoption of a Master Data Governance framework supporting a large-scale SAP IBP Optimization Program. This individual will own planning-related master data readiness and governance efforts, ensuring data is accurate, controlled, and aligned across SAP ECC, SAP S/4HANA, SAP IBP, and related planning platforms. The successful candidate will partner closely with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Procurement, Quality, Finance, and IT stakeholders to establish governance processes, stewardship models, data quality controls, and sustainable operating procedures. Key Responsibilities Lead the development and implementation of the SAP IBP Master Data Governance framework. Establish data ownership, stewardship, approval workflows, and accountability models. Develop governance policies, standards, controls, and operating procedures. Create and maintain RACI models for data creation, maintenance, approval, and retirement processes. Define systems of record and governance processes for planning-related master data. Facilitate governance forums, workshops, and cross-functional decision-making sessions. Lead master data design activities across SAP ECC, SAP S/4HANA, and SAP IBP environments. Drive data quality initiatives, including profiling, cleansing, remediation, validation, and monitoring. Monitor data quality KPIs and lead root cause analysis efforts. Support testing, cutover planning, deployment, and post-go-live readiness activities. Ensure synchronization and reconciliation between SAP ERP and planning systems. Partner with business and technical stakeholders to drive adoption of governance practices across the organization. Required Qualifications 5+ years of experience in Master Data Management, Data Governance, Supply Chain Systems, or ERP implementations. 3+ years leading master data workstreams for SAP ECC, SAP S/4HANA, SAP APO, or SAP IBP implementations. Strong experience building and implementing Data Governance Frameworks. Experience establishing data stewardship models, ownership structures, governance standards, policies, and procedures. Strong understanding of Data Quality Management methodologies, controls, and remediation processes. Experience supporting Supply Chain Planning, Inventory Planning, Demand Planning, Supply Planning, or S&OP processes. Proven ability to facilitate workshops and build alignment across business and IT stakeholders. Experience supporting the full project lifecycle, including: Design Data Migration Testing Cutover Go-Live Support Strong communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Information Systems, Business, Engineering, Data Management, or a related field. *We may use artificial intelligence tools to assist with the screening, assessment, or selection of potential applicants for this position. Vacancy: This posting is for a currently vacant role, and the successful candidate will be hired into an existing open position.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires at least 5 years of experience in master data management, data governance, supply chain systems, or ERP implementations, including at least 3 years leading SAP master data workstreams. Candidates should have experience with governance frameworks, data quality, supply chain planning, full project lifecycles, and cross-functional stakeholder leadership, plus a bachelor's degree in a relevant field.