Master Data Manager

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

Are you passionate about data? Want to help Jotun implement good tools and processes to ensure good data quality? We have the direction and the ambition, and we have been working with data for a long time. We now see that to further enhance the use of data and to ensure our data is fit and secure to create more value, we are implementing and facilitating new processes in our organization.

We want our data to be ready at hand for all business initiatives in a secure and quality assured way to support Jotun’s business ambitions. This requires a solid process around data governance and master data management, so we are seeking experienced candidates who want to join us in the process of transforming the way Jotun does business through data.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the proper management, quality, and security of our data through implementing our framework for data governance.
• Ensure that our data is reliable, protected, and aligned with our business goals with the help of a well-documented process and established tools.
• Establish and work closely with Data Owners and Stewards to ensure data is accessible and secure throughout its lifecycle.
• Collaborate with our data team to ensure that data is managed effectively and efficiently, in line with Jotun's Enterprise Data Governance strategy.
• Facilitate a process that ensures that essential data to business goals are of high quality, accurate, and relevant to the needs of the business.
• Work with the organization to implement the structure needed to support the Data Governance direction and plan.
• Improve data quality and business outcomes by working with data owners and stewards across the organization.
• Assess the need for a data management tool and oversee its implementation.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER

Required qualifications:

• A strong understanding of data management principles and best practices.
• Preferred qualifications include certifications in data management or governance, such as CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional)
• Knowledge of data governance frameworks, such as DAMA-DMBOK.
• Familiarity with data security and compliance regulations.
• Experience in managing data quality and implementing data quality initiatives.
• A business-oriented mindset to align data management efforts with business goals and objectives.
• Competence on people change management.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with various departments.

Personal qualities:

• You are organized and plan well, set clear goals and use available resources effectively
• You connect with people who can support you with achieving goals and use those connections effectively
• You quickly analyze and understand issues and problems, and make logical decisions based on your analysis
• You have expert skills and knowledge in your own field and appreciate ongoing professional learning
• You work well with others, exchange knowledge, experience and information, and support in achieving team goals
• You follow the policies and processes of the company, execute plans with dedication and determination, and deliver high quality results

We offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning Jotun Academy.
• Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies
• Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team, proven by consistently high employee feedback scores
• A supportive and inclusive company culture where you can be your authentic self
• A focus on having fun together through team buildings and social activities

If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and make a significant impact on Jotun's data management strategy, we encourage you to apply!

POSITION INFORMATION
 

Company:

Jotun A/S

Contract type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

CLOSING DATE (dd.mm.yyyy):

10.01.2025

WHO WE ARE

Jotun has protected property for almost a century – from iconic buildings to beautiful homes. ​As one of the world's leading paints and coatings manufacturers, we combine high quality with creativity and innovations.

Jotun's global headquarters is located in Sandefjord, Norway. Here, Jotun Norway has 1000 employees working in state-of-the-art facilities covering services from local factory operations at Vindal to global product development in our new research and development centre at Sandefjord, one of Northern Europe's largest privately owned R&D centres. The administration centre for Europe and Central Asia is located in Sandefjord, together with our local Norwegian operations.

We provide various career opportunities in finance and administration, IT, sales and marketing, supply chain, engineering, technical, and research and development.

Jotun is committed to an ambitious growth strategy. We believe that the real value in our companies is our employees, both as individuals and as teams. We focus on providing our employees with meaningful and challenging work, rewarding them through continued learning and development driven by our values of Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness.

Visit our Career Page to learn more about life at Jotun.

Jotun’s company culture welcomes and values differences in people. Our more than 10,200 employees on all continents represent 90 nationalities, four generations and a diversity of professions, genders, abilities, ethnicities, beliefs, cultures, etc. We are committed to representing the societies we operate in, promoting equality, equity and zero-tolerance for discrimination.

If you are applying for a position and require additional support in the interview process, please let us know how we can accommodate this.  

If you think this role is what you could do next, apply now!