Master Data Manager

Polytainers is a leading manufacturer of rigid plastic packaging serving the food, dairy, beverage, and consumer goods industries across North America. We combine advanced manufacturing technology with a strong commitment to quality, safety, and sustainability.

Our success is driven by our people . We offer a team-oriented work environment, opportunities for career growth, and a strong focus on safety and continuous improvement. At Polytainers, you’ll be part of a stable, growing organization where your contributions make a real impact.

Role :

The Master Data Manager is responsible for setting the strategic direction and overseeing all master data management processes across the enterprise within the SAP environment. This role ensures the highest standards of data quality, consistency, and integrity while driving alignment with business objectives. The Manager provides leadership to the Master Data function, establishes governance frameworks, and partners with senior stakeholders to enable data-driven decision-making and operational excellence.

New Hire Base Salary range: $90,000 - $125,000

Work setting: Hybrid. First three months is completely onsite in our Etobicoke office.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction for the Master Data function, ensuring alignment with enterprise goals and digital transformation initiatives.
• Establish and enforce enterprise-wide data governance standards, policies, and best practices within SAP and related systems.
• Oversee end-to-end master data lifecycle management across SAP modules (MM, SD, FI/CO, PP), ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
• Partner with executive and functional leaders (Procurement, Sales, Finance, Manufacturing, IT, and others) to define and deliver data strategies that support business priorities.
• Drive continuous improvement through development of tools, KPIs, and reporting dashboards to monitor and enhance data quality, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Lead enterprise-level SAP and related systems data initiatives, including system migrations, cleansing, harmonization, and S/4HANA implementations.
• Serve as an escalation point and decision-maker for root cause analysis of data issues, ensuring corrective and preventive actions are implemented effectively.
• Represent the Master Data function in cross-functional governance councils and steering committees, influencing enterprise-wide data policies and decisions.
• Ensure compliance with audit, regulatory, and security requirements by collaborating with SAP Basis, Security, and Risk teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in Master Data Management, including 3+ years in a people leadership or managerial capacity.
• Demonstrated expertise in SAP modules (MM, SD, FI, CO) with strong exposure to SAP MDG.
• Proven track record of managing enterprise-level data migration and governance projects, including S/4HANA.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to translate data strategies into business impact.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels.
• Analytical mindset with experience in data analytics, BI tools (e.g., SAP Fiori, SAP Analytics Cloud, Power BI), and KPI-driven decision-making.

Preferred Qualifications

• SAP certification(s) in relevant modules or data management.
• Experience leading large-scale organizational change or digital transformation initiatives.
• Familiarity with global data governance frameworks and regulatory compliance requirements.

We offer:

• Competitive annual base pay.
• Annual bonus
• Employer‑matched RRSP program
• Stable, growing manufacturing environment
• Team-oriented culture
• Strong focus on safety and continuous improvement
• Opportunity to grow within the organization

This job posting reflects existing vacancy. Details will be clarified during the recruitment process, if selected.

Polytainers does not directly use artificial intelligence to screen, assess or select applicants. However, Polytainers does use Indeed.com to publicly advertise this posting and Indeed.com does use artificial intelligence as part of the screening process. More information about how Indeed.com uses artificial intelligence in their process can be found here: How Indeed Uses AI: Employer Tools and Responsible Use

This position is open to applicants legally authorized to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Polytainers; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.