Life. Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.
Ready to shape the future of enterprise data on a global scale? As our IT Director, ERP Data & MDM, you will lead the strategy, governance, quality and transformation of data across a complex global ERP landscape. This is a pivotal leadership opportunity to influence major digital transformation initiatives, support the transition to SAP S/4HANA, and create the trusted data foundations that enable operational excellence, analytics, AI and business growth. Based in India, this role offers the opportunity to work with senior business and technology leaders across a truly global organisation.
Please note that this role is being advertised in anticipation of an immediately upcoming opportunity.
What will you be doing?
You will lead the ERP Data and Master Data Management organisation, creating the strategy, controls, governance and capabilities needed to establish trusted, connected and business ready data across the enterprise. Working closely with business data owners, process owners and technology leaders, you will help drive Smith+Nephew's digital transformation journey.
In this role, you will own the ERP data strategy and roadmap, lead data workstreams across ERP implementations and transformations, establish governance frameworks and stewardship models, and ensure data quality, security and compliance. You will also partner with Analytics and AI teams to unlock the value of governed data and support better decision making across the business.
What will you need to be successful?
Success in this role comes from balancing strategic leadership with deep expertise in enterprise data management. You will be comfortable influencing senior stakeholders globally while building high performing teams and driving meaningful transformation.
- 15+ years of experience in ERP, Enterprise Applications and Data Management environments.
- Significant experience leading enterprise scale ERP transformation programmes and data initiatives.
- Deep expertise in Data Governance, Master Data Management, Data Quality and Data Architecture.
- Proven success leading global teams and influencing senior stakeholders across business and technology functions.
- Experience supporting SAP modernisation, cloud transformation and enterprise data strategies.
Location: Pune or Bangalore - India
You. Unlimited.
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Your Future: Major medical coverage + policy exclusions and insurance non-medical limit. Educational Assistance.
Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Privilege Leave, Floater Leave. and Paid Volunteering Hours, so we can give back to our communities!
Your Wellbeing: Private Health and Dental plans, Healthcare Cash Plans, Income Protection, Life Assurance and much more.
Flexibility: Hybrid Working Model (For most professional roles).
Training: Hands-On, Team-Customised, Mentorship.
Extra Perks: Free Cab Transport Facility for all employees; One-Time Meal provided to all employees as per shift. Night shift allowances.
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Skills Required
- 15+ years of experience in ERP, enterprise applications, and data management environments
- Significant experience leading enterprise-scale ERP transformation programs and data initiatives
- Deep expertise in data governance, master data management, data quality, and data architecture
- Proven success leading global teams and influencing senior stakeholders across business and technology functions
- Experience supporting SAP modernization, cloud transformation, and enterprise data strategies
Smith & Nephew Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Smith & Nephew and has not been reviewed or approved by Smith & Nephew.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision plans are paired with a global mental‑health program for employees and families, indicating a robust core health package.
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Retirement Support — U.S. employees have access to a 401(k) with company contributions, and share plans complement long‑term savings.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous holiday, paid volunteering leave, and flexible work models point to broad time‑off options.
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What We Do
Smith+Nephew is a global medical technology company. We design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. We support healthcare professionals to return their patients to health and mobility, helping them to perform at their fullest potential. From our first employee and founder, T.J. Smith, to our team today, it’s our people who make Smith+Nephew a unique place. Yes, we love to innovate and develop exciting technologies, and we offer competitive salaries and progressive benefits. But it’s our culture - of Care, Collaboration and Courage - that really sets us apart. Through a spirit of ownership and can-do attitude, we work together to win.. We’re a company of people who care about each other, about our customers and their patients, and about our communities. Together, we fulfill our shared purpose of Life Unlimited. Please note: not all products referred to may be approved for use or available in all markets.
