Director, Customer Master Data Governance

divh2Director, Customer Master Data Governance/h2pCardinal Healths US Medical Products and Distribution business focuses on U.S. Medical Products and Distribution services. We offer industry expertise and an expanding portfolio of safe, effective medical products that improve quality, manage costs and reduce complexity. With our trusted regulatory experience, insights, and infrastructure, we help manufacture and source medical products that meet the demand for value-driven, comprehensive healthcare solutions. The Director, Customer Master Data Governance is responsible for leading the strategy, governance, and operational excellence of customer master data across the US Medical Product and Distribution organization as a key part of the Distribution Enablement team. This critical role ensures the integrity, accuracy, and consistency of customer data, enabling optimized commercial execution, compliance, and sustained business growth./ppResponsibilities:/pulliDevelop and execute the strategic roadmap for customer master data management across the USMPD organization./liliRecruit, develop, and lead a high-performing team responsible for customer master data maintenance, quality, and governance./liliEnsure master data initiatives are strategically aligned with overarching business objectives and regulatory compliance standards./liliEffectively communicate data quality metrics, insights, and business impact to executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders./liliFoster strong cross-functional partnerships with Sales, Finance, IT, Compliance, and other key departments to ensure customer data supports critical business needs./liliDrive strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing data quality, promoting data stewardship, and optimizing data integration processes./liliSet clear performance objectives, provide comprehensive training, and foster career development for team members./liliLeverage data insights to guide strategic decision-making and identify opportunities for process optimization and business growth./liliPrioritize and oversee the timely execution of key initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives./liliDrive consensus and alignment across business units on customer data definitions, hierarchies, and governance strategies./li/ulpQualifications:/pulliBachelors degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Information Systems, Data Science) or equivalent practical experience preferred./liliProgressive leadership experience in master data management, data governance, and/or data quality frameworks, preferably within a large enterprise environment./liliDemonstrated expertise in developing, implementing, and maturing data governance and data quality programs./liliProven ability to strategically influence and persuade key cross-functional stakeholders and executive leadership teams./liliExceptional critical thinking, strategic innovation, and decisive problem-solving skills, particularly in ambiguous or complex situations./liliStrong leadership and supervisory skills, with a proven track record of building, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams./liliExcellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex data concepts and business impacts effectively to diverse audiences, including senior management./liliDemonstrated ability to drive consensus and collaboration within a team environment to achieve desired results./liliExperience leading large-scale programs and initiatives with a high degree of accountability and successful outcomes./liliProficiency in navigating organizational change management and fostering a culture of data stewardship./liliStrong analytical skills with the ability to derive actionable insights from data./liliAbility to work from the Dublin, OH office 3x per week, if local to the area./li/ulpAnticipated salary range: $105,600 - $188,500. Bonus eligible: Yes. Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being./pulliMedical, dental and vision coverage/liliPaid time off plan/liliHealth savings account (HSA)/lili401k savings plan/liliAccess to wages before pay day with myFlexPay/liliFlexible spending accounts (FSAs)/liliShort- and long-term disability coverage/liliWork-Life resources/liliPaid parental leave/liliHealthy lifestyle programs/li/ulpThe salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidates geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity./ppApplication window anticipated to close: 1/12/26 if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible. Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law./p/div