Build the Trusted Data Foundation Behind the Future of Food…
📍 Primary Location: Boxmeer
🕒 Employment Type: Full-Time, Hybrid
💼 Department: Global Business Services – Data & Analytics
💥 Shape the Future of Food Processing at JBT Marel
🔍 About the RoleGreat decisions start with trusted data. At JBT Marel, you'll lead our Data Management team and drive the Master Data Management and Data Migration capabilities that underpin our enterprise transformation. As Manager of Data Management in our Data & Analytics domain, you'll establish governance and stewardship that make data a reliable asset across the business.
🧠 Key ResponsibilitiesYou'll lead the Master Data Center of Excellence and the Data Migration team, partnering with transformation programs, Enterprise Architecture, and business stakeholders to raise the quality and governance of master data across a global, remote-first organization.
- Lead and develop the Master Data Center of Excellence
- Drive enterprise initiatives across Master Data Management, Data Quality, and Governance
- Lead the Data Migration Manager and associated migration teams
- Support enterprise transformation and ERP-related programs with strong data management practices
- Establish and maintain governance standards, processes, and operational controls
- Partner with business stakeholders to improve master data ownership and stewardship
- Drive continuous improvement in data quality monitoring and governance processes
- Collaborate closely with Data Engineering, BI, Architecture, and business teams
- Support implementation of scalable governance and operational frameworks
- Drive automation and adoption of AI-enabled capabilities within the Data Management and MDM domain
- A dynamic, international environment working with modern data and AI technologies
- A truly global, remote-friendly team that collaborates daily across countries via Teams
- Opportunities to grow in a high-tech, mission-driven company
- Hybrid working and flexible hours to support your work-life balance
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Travel opportunities (approx. 10%) to connect with teams and stakeholders
- A chance to directly impact the future of sustainable food production
We're looking for a data management leader who pairs deep governance and MDM expertise with the influence to drive ownership and stewardship across business and technical teams.
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business, Engineering, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in Data Management, MDM, Governance, or related disciplines
- Prior leadership experience in Data Management or Governance functions
- Strong understanding of Data Quality, Governance, Master Data, and Data Migration practices
- Experience supporting enterprise transformation or ERP programs
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, fluent in English
- Experience with enterprise data platforms and governance processes
- Experience with automation or AI-enabled data management capabilities is an advantage
We are JBT Marel, a global leader in transforming the way food is processed. Our mission is to enable our customers to produce high-quality food safely, sustainably, and affordably. Our Data & Analytics domain turns data from across the enterprise into trusted, governed, and intelligent capabilities that power smarter decisions – from the shop floor to the boardroom.
🏬 Why Join Us?At JBT Marel, what we do matters. Our people make the difference, and their contribution drives our success. Our purpose is to transform the future of food, guiding our vision to be the leading partner in sustainable food industry solutions. Partnership is at the heart of everything we do, enabling us to deliver exceptional, end-to-end solutions that build long-term customer trust.
Our values reflect who we are at our best:
- Serve with integrity
- Create with collaboration
- Grow with excellence
- Advance with innovation
We are committed to your development and offer opportunities that help you grow professionally and personally. You will work in an inclusive, international team culture where collaboration and innovation are key.
📩 How to ApplyWe’re excited to learn how you can contribute to our mission of smarter, safer food inspection. Apply now and join a team transforming the future of food processing.
📧 Questions? Contact: Maarten Krepel – [email protected]
🌐 Learn more at: jbtmarel.com
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Connect with Talent Acquisition Specialist: www.linkedin.com/in/maartenkrepel
JBT Marel is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
Join us — and be the driving force behind smarter, leaner, data-driven food production.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business, Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in Data Management, MDM, Governance, or related disciplines
- Prior leadership experience in Data Management or Governance functions
- Strong understanding of Data Quality, Data Governance, Master Data, and Data Migration practices
- Experience supporting enterprise transformation or ERP-related programs
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills; fluent in English
- Experience with enterprise data platforms and governance processes
- Experience with automation or AI-enabled data management capabilities
What We Do
JBT Marel is a leading global provider of integrated technology, equipment, software, and services for the food and beverage industry. Formed by the merger of JBT Corporation and Marel hf in January 2025, the company specializes in advanced automation and processing solutions to help customers optimize performance, ensure traceability, and increase yield across the global food chain.
