BIRKENSTOCK is a global brand which embraces all consumers regardless of geography, gender, age and income. The company is deeply footed on a family tradition of shoemaking that can be traced back to 1774. With around 6200 employees worldwide, BIRKENSTOCK is the largest employer in the German footwear industry. To ensure our quality standards, we produce over 95% of our products in Germany and source more than 90% of our materials and components from Europe. The BIRKENSTOCK Group is headquartered in Linz am Rhein and maintains several locations in Germany, as well as sales offices in Europe, North America, the Middle East and Asia.
For our division
Business Developement & Transformation
at our location in
Köln
we are looking for a
Head of Global Master Data Management & Product Projects (m/f/d)
YOUR SHOES TO FlLL
* Oversight, continuous development, and functional management of the Centric PLM system for the Product division
* Optimization and further development of timelines, the seasonal calendar, and the underlying end-to-end processes in the Product area
* Expansion and professionalization of product-related reporting – utilizing tools such as Power BI and SAP BW
* Strategic development and functional leadership of the Global Master Data Management area in close coordination with executive management
* Analysis, structuring, and optimization of master data processes as well as related roles and responsibilities
* Implementation and establishment of standardized master data roles (e.g., Data Owner, Data Steward, Data Administrator) across the entire product lifecycle
* Preparation, selection, and implementation of a suitable MDM software solution to support efficient data maintenance and governance
* Management and active participation in cross-functional transformation projects (e.g., SAP rollouts, production shifts, plant expansions)
* International team leadership (6 team members), including goal setting, development discussions, and capacity planning
Your Walk Of Life
* Completed degree in a business-related or IT-related field, with initial experience in a comparable role
* Sound knowledge of MDM tools, SAP (S/4HANA), MS Office, and experience with data analysis tools such as Power BI, SAP BW, etc.
* Familiarity with process mapping methodologies and relevant tools
* Fluent in English; German skills are a plus
* Strong communication skills with the ability to convey complex topics clearly and convincingly
* Strategic mindset combined with a hands-on mentality and a strong focus on execution
* Confident in delivering presentations – clear in your message, professional in your demeanor, and skilled in engaging with diverse stakeholders
* Willingness to travel occasionally
We Offer
BIRKENSTOCK offers you all the advantages of a successful, fast growing, global company: dynamic work environment, considerable design freedom, authentic and open corporate culture and excellent development opportunities. Sounds exciting? It is. We are looking forward to receiving your online application, stating your salary expectations If you have any further questions, please contact Ada Bralewska.