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Do you thrive at the intersection of governance, transformation, and stakeholder leadership? At Novonesis, we are looking for a Principal Master Data Specialist who can shape the future of enterprise master data and drive initiatives that enable better decisions, stronger compliance, and operational excellence across our global organization.\nAbout the team\nYou will be part of a global data and digital community working closely with the Data Office, business leaders, project teams, and technology stakeholders across Novonesis.\nOur team is committed to enabling trusted, scalable, and high-quality data that supports strategic decisions and sustainable growth. We collaborate across functions, geographies, and disciplines to ensure that data governance becomes a business enabler rather than a compliance exercise.\nAs a Principal Master Data Specialist, you will act as a trusted advisor and thought leader, influencing key decisions at both operational and executive levels while helping shape the future of enterprise data management.\nIn this role you'll make an impact by\nDefining and driving the strategic vision for master data management across the enterprise.\nLeading the development and implementation of global master data governance frameworks, standards, and policies.\nLeading enterprise-wide transformation initiatives that improve data quality, scalability, and business value.\nDriving adoption of innovative master data management practices, technologies, and ways of working.\nEnsuring seamless integration of master data across business-critical systems and platforms.\nSponsoring and overseeing large-scale strategic projects, ensuring alignment with enterprise objectives.\nPotentially relevant experience\nWe encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences. 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Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.\nOpportunities for everyone\nWe are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying.\nWe make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.\nExplore other openings\nIf this position isn’t the right fit, you may still find other opportunities with us. 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