Lakeshore Learning Materials · 2 days ago
INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY – Sr. Manager, Master Data Management (Hybrid)
2695 E Dominguez St, Carson, CA 90895, USA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$100K/yr - $149K/yr
8+ years expLakeshore Learning Materials is a company that creates innovative learning materials and experiences. They are seeking a Sr. Manager of Master Data Management to lead their Data Management team, focusing on data governance and pricing strategy to ensure data integrity across the organization.
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Responsibilities
Leading and developing a midsized team for all master data and catalog product data activities
Establishing and enforcing data governance rules for SAP and related systems, ensuring compliance and consistency across all data objects (customers, materials, business partners, territories, purchasing info records, etc.)
Managing centralized master data and product attributes, including material numbers, descriptions, pricing confirmations, purchasing price, price scales, MOQ and other catalog-related data
Overseeing Jira ticket management, ensuring SLA adherence for ticket resolution and investigating root causes for SLA breaches; implementing corrective actions to maintain service standards
Maintaining awareness of interdependencies between SAP ERP, legacy systems and integrated platforms
Developing tools and methodologies to maintain synchronization and compliance with business rules across systems
Driving the annual pricing process, delivering accurate reporting and insights for margin analysis across multiple catalogs (*Early Childhood*, *Elementary*, *Gifts for Growing Minds*)
Providing senior management with actionable data and reporting to support pricing and product decisions
Coordinating project management activities during peak pricing cycles and ERP Hypercare phases
Representing the Master Data team in company-wide initiatives, including PLM integration to SAP, Integrated Business Planning (IBP) and other strategic projects
Collaborating cross-functionally with the Supply Chain, Sales, Distribution, Web and IT teams to ensure accurate functional specifications, thorough testing and successful system enhancements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
8+ years of experience in the field
4+ years of experience in a similar position
4+ years of experience managing people/projects
5+ years Master Data Management in ERP system, SAP S/4 HANA strongly preferred
Proven ability to lead and manage teams composed of both exempt and nonexempt employees, driving collaboration, performance and engagement across varied roles and responsibilities
Familiarity with Jira and other workflow management tools
Proficient in using project management tools to drive successful outcomes and ensure alignment across teams
Ability to align data strategy with operational planning goals
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ERP-controlled environment
Proven ability to lead teams in identifying root causes and solving complex problems creatively and effectively
Demonstrated commitment to continuous leadership development and modeling a growth mindset
Skilled in fostering inclusive collaboration and promoting a unified team culture across diverse perspectives
Strong communication skills, including clear verbal and written messaging, active listening and encouraging open dialogue
Experience in driving team performance, setting clear goals, monitoring progress and holding self and others accountable for outcomes
Ability to set strategic direction, manage timelines and adapt plans to changing conditions
Track record of coaching and developing team members through actionable feedback and skill-building opportunities
Capable of building cohesive teams by clarifying expectations and celebrating achievements
Motivating and inspiring others toward shared goals while supporting resilience through challenges
Preferred
Experience with PLM integration to SAP ERP is a plus
Experience with catalog management and pricing processes is a plus
Experience with BI/reporting tools (e.g., Power BI)
Benefits
Bonus eligible
Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bonding
Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA
401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest
On-site preschool for our employees’ children
On-site employee gym for all levels/fitness needs
Generous employee discount
Casual dress…and we really mean it
Company
Lakeshore Learning Materials
Lakeshore Learning Materials is one of the most innovative manufacturers of educational materials in the country.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Bo Kaplan
Chief Executive Officer
Heather Mickman
Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
2025-11-03
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