Senior Master Data Management (MDM) Architect – Pharma/Healthcare

Company Description

Swiss Delivery Excellence: Transforming Life Science Consulting Worldwide.

Fusion Consulting is a globally leading Business and IT boutique consultancy specialized in the Life Sciences industry, partnering with leading companies in pharma, healthcare, and animal health.

With over 450 employees and 25 offices worldwide, our mission is to revolutionize our clients' business transformation challenges and set new industry standards through innovative solutions.

Focused on S4HANA, Data & Cloud, and innovative technologies, Fusion Consulting brings unparalleled expertise and commitment to excellence to every project we undertake.

Grounded in our commitment to fast and intelligent decision-making, our client-first and open-hearted approach defines our ethos. With unwavering support and an entrepreneurial spirit, our global teamwork transcends boundaries and turns shared visions into reality.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced MDM Architect to lead strategy, assessment, and modernization of Master Data Management (MDM) platforms for our pharmaceutical and healthcare clients. This role is ideal for a hands-on architect with deep knowledge of industry-specific data domains (e.g., HCP/HCO, product, location data), legacy MDM technologies, and modern cloud-based platforms like Veeva Network, Reltio, or Informatica Cloud MDM.

You will drive technical assessments, tool selection, and end-to-end migration planning, ensuring alignment with regulatory, compliance, and business needs in the life sciences sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess current-state MDM environments, including legacy systems, data models, data quality, and governance frameworks.
• Define future-state MDM architecture tailored to pharma/healthcare needs, focusing on scalability, compliance (e.g., GxP, HIPAA), and interoperability.
• Evaluate and recommend modern MDM platforms, with a strong focus on Veeva Network and other life-sciences-oriented tools.
• Develop migration strategies and roadmaps for transitioning from legacy MDM solutions to selected target platforms.
• Design data models and golden record strategies for domains such as:
  • Healthcare professionals (HCPs)
  • Healthcare organizations (HCOs)
• Lead data quality improvement initiatives and support data stewardship processes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across IT, compliance, commercial operations, and regulatory affairs.
• Support RFP/RFI processes for MDM tool selection, including vendor evaluation, scoring, and due diligence.
• Ensure integration architecture supports connectivity with CRM (e.g., Salesforce, Veeva Vault CRM), ERP (e.g., SAP), data lakes, and analytics platforms.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients on MDM governance, metadata management, and data lifecycle strategies.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Enterprise Data Architecture or MDM, including at least 3 years in life sciences/pharma.
• Proven track record of leading MDM transformations, including platform migrations and tool selection.
• Strong expertise in Veeva Network and at least one other modern MDM platform (e.g., Reltio, Informatica).
• Solid understanding of pharma-specific data domains, regulatory needs, and commercial operations (e.g., field force alignment, HCP targeting).
• Experience with data governance, data quality frameworks, and data stewardship models.
• Strong knowledge of MDM integration patterns and APIs (e.g., for syncing with Salesforce, SAP, Veeva CRM).
• Excellent client-facing communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple engagements in parallel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with integrating external data service providers for HCP/HCO data such as Veeva OpenData and IQVIA OneKey
• Knowledge of GxP compliance, HIPAA, IDMP, or OpenData/Symphony IQVIA data integration.
• Familiarity with cloud-native architecture patterns (e.g., Azure, AWS).
• Prior experience in a consulting or professional services firm.

Additional Information

Why Fusion? 

At Fusion, we unite entrepreneurial minds from around the globe to develop and implement game-changing solutions that build lasting relationships with our clients.

We value employees who challenge the status quo through innovation, adapt to diverse client needs in ever-changing environments, and commit to continuous learning—for themselves and their colleagues.

We provide a competitive salary and benefits package, along with an outstanding work environment that fosters long-term career development opportunities.

Our Benefits:

• Workflex: Enjoy 25 days of flexibility to work from your preferred global location.
• Flexible Time Off: Take the time you need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance, with flexibility beyond standard holiday allowances.
• Annual Training Budget: Access CHF 1,500 to invest in your professional development and skill enhancement.
• Continuous Learning: Thrive in an environment that encourages ongoing learning, with opportunities to develop new skills and broaden your expertise.
• Global Mobility Support: Gain assistance with international assignments, visa/permit support, and relocation services.
• Unity Scheme: Benefit from loyalty rewards starting after 3 years of service.
• Referral Program: Earn a referral fee for every successfully hired referee.
• Local Benefits: Access a range of country-specific benefits tailored to your location.
• People Focus: Unite with the best global talent in life sciences, empowered to grow and collaborate in a vibrant environment.
• Truly Global: Join a truly global organization where mutual support, teamwork, and diversity drive our collective success.