Senior Data Governance Analyst

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Governance Analyst with expertise in SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) and experience integrating master data processes across Agile PLM and SAP S/4HANA systems. The ideal candidate will play a key role in defining governing and optimizing master data processes that support manufacturing and supply chain operations product lifecycle management and enterprise data quality programs. The candidate should seek out and recommend process improvements assist in developing team member data knowledge and governance skill sets and take on strategic initiatives that support enterprise scale of systems and governance processes. The candidate should drive root cause investigation to remediate issues and implement short and long-term objectives for continuous improvement across multiple stakeholder departments. This position requires deep knowledge of SAP material master thorough understanding of manufacturing operations through global facilities and holistic business operations impact from interconnected systems and data. This role requires strong analytical skills and clear communication abilities to both tactical and leadership levels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead business analysis for master data management initiatives focused on Agile PLM SAP S/4HANA and SAP MDG.
• Collaborate with business and IT stakeholders to define data governance processes ownership and data stewardship models with a focus on material (product) master data.
• Gather and document business requirements process flows and functional specifications for product master data domain.
• Support design and implementation of SAP MDG solutions for data creation validation approval workflows and integration with downstream systems.
• Harmonize Agile PLM with SAP MDG/S4 to ensure consistent product and material master data synchronization across platforms.
• Perform impact analysis and coordinate with cross-functional teams (Supply Chain Manufacturing Engineering Procurement Quality and IT) to ensure master data consistency and accuracy.
• Develop and maintain documentation for data models governance rules and business processes.
• Support data migration data cleansing and enrichment activities during system transitions upgrades and business scale.
• Provide functional support for master data-related issues and change requests.
• First point of contact and champion for data quality and governance best practices ensuring alignment with corporate data strategy and compliance requirements.

Qualifications :

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in business Information Systems Supply Chain Management or a related field.
• 5 years of experience as a Business Analyst Data Analyst or MDM specialist in an SAP environment.
• Hands-on experience with SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) configuration workflows data models and validation rules.
• Strong understanding of SAP S/4HANA data structures particularly in supply chain materials management MRP production planning and product master lifecycle management.
• Solid understanding of supply chain operations including sourcing manufacturing planning and logistics data flows.
• Proficiency in documenting business processes data flows and functional specifications.
• Advanced MS Office skills understanding of vlookup pivot tables macro recordings data tables charting and formula auditing
• Strong analytical communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with data governance frameworks and data quality tools.
• Familiarity with integration and analytic technologies: SAP PI/PO BRF tableau Advanced Planning Systems (O9) MES AI/machine learning.
• Exposure to MDM migration projects or S/4HANA transformation programs.
• Knowledge of PLM (Agile) to ERP (SAP) integration MES (SAP ME) and IBP (o9).
• SAP MDG certification or SAP S/4HANA certification preferred.

Additional Information :

Due to the nature of our business and the role please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19.  Details can vary by role.

Intuitive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity national origin color age religion protected veteran or disability status genetic information or any other status protected under federal state or local applicable laws.

Mandatory Notices

U.S. Export Controls Disclaimer:  In accordance with the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR 743.13(b)) some roles at Intuitive Surgical may be subject to U.S. export controls for prospective employeeswho are nationals from countries currently on embargo or sanctions status.

Certain information you provide as part of the application will be used for purposes of determining whether Intuitive Surgical will need to (i) obtain an export license from the U.S. Government on your behalf (note: the governments licensing process can take 3 to 6 months) or (ii) implement a Technology Control Plan (TCP) (note: typically adds 2 weeks to the hiring process).  

For any Intuitive role subject to export controls final offers are contingent upon obtaining an approved export license and/or an executed TCP prior to the prospective employeesstart date which may or may not be flexible and within a timeframe that does not unreasonably impede the hiring need. If applicable candidates will be notified and instructed on any requirements for these purposes. 

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.

Preference will be given to qualified candidates who do not reside or plan to reside in Alabama Arkansas Delaware Florida Indiana Iowa Louisiana Maryland Mississippi Missouri Oklahoma Pennsylvania South Carolina or Tennessee.

This position may be filled at a different job level than listed here depending on
business need and/or on the selected candidates experience knowledge and skills.
Compensation will be based primarily on the job level at which the role is filled and the
candidates qualifications consistent with applicable law.

We provide market-competitive compensation packages inclusive of base pay incentives benefits and equity. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role as actual pay will be determined based on several factors including experience skills and qualifications. The target compensation ranges are listed.

Due to the nature of our business and the role please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19.  Details can vary by role.

Intuitive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity national origin color age religion protected veteran or disability status genetic information or any other status protected under federal state or local applicable laws.

Mandatory Notices

U.S. Export Controls Disclaimer:  In accordance with the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR 743.13(b)) some roles at Intuitive Surgical may be subject to U.S. export controls for prospective employeeswho are nationals from countries currently on embargo or sanctions status.

Certain information you provide as part of the application will be used for purposes of determining whether Intuitive Surgical will need to (i) obtain an export license from the U.S. Government on your behalf (note: the governments licensing process can take 3 to 6 months) or (ii) implement a Technology Control Plan (TCP) (note: typically adds 2 weeks to the hiring process).  

For any Intuitive role subject to export controls final offers are contingent upon obtaining an approved export license and/or an executed TCP prior to the prospective employeesstart date which may or may not be flexible and within a timeframe that does not unreasonably impede the hiring need. If applicable candidates will be notified and instructed on any requirements for these purposes. 

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.

Preference will be given to qualified candidates who do not reside or plan to reside in Alabama Arkansas Delaware Florida Indiana Iowa Louisiana Maryland Mississippi Missouri Oklahoma Pennsylvania South Carolina or Tennessee.

This position may be filled at a different job level than listed here depending on
business need and/or on the selected candidates experience knowledge and skills.
Compensation will be based primarily on the job level at which the role is filled and the
candidates qualifications consistent with applicable law.

We provide market-competitive compensation packages inclusive of base pay incentives benefits and equity. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role as actual pay will be determined based on several factors including experience skills and qualifications. The target compensation ranges are listed.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time