Job ID:  1217
Posting date:  Jul 23, 2025
Closing date:  July 31, 2025
Country/Region:  ZA
City:  Johannesburg
Department:  Supply Chain
Job Type:  Permanent
Travel:  0 - 10%
Description: 

We are one of the world's largest producers and marketers of copper with our mining, refining and recycling operations and development projects within the key mining regions of Africa, Australia, Philippines & Americas.

We are one of the world's largest producers and marketers of copper with our mining, refining and recycling operations and development projects within the key mining regions of Africa, Australia, Philippines & Americas.

 

This position is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive materials master data governance framework across all regions of the Copper Department. The role supports the GSC Team with data quality initiatives and standards, working closely with regional supply chain teams and IS. The successful implementation of master data governance processes is crucial for our S2C system, Coupa, and other supply chain systems. The role requires strong collaboration with stakeholders to ensure data standards are adopted and maintained across the organization.

 

OBJECTIVES:

Lead the development and implementation of a robust materials master data governance framework across the Glencore Copper department's global operations:

  • Ensure that each region understands and applies the adopted standards
  • Establish and maintain data standards, policies, and procedures for both active and passive governance to ensure data quality, consistency, and integrity throughout the supply chain
  • Drive data-driven decision making by ensuring material master data is accurate, complete, timely, and aligned with business objectives
  • Guide the business and other stakeholders, including the regions, in complying with the established standards, through training and coaching
  • Drive compliance with the developed governance: Evaluate the quality of master data of the regions and propose improvements
  • Master Data Management Solution Providers
  • Industry Standards Organizations

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Degree in Industrial, Commercial Engineering, Information Systems, or similar
  • Advanced knowledge of SAP 4/H software and Master Data Management modules
  • General knowledge of E-Procurement Systems, preferably Coupa Source to Pay.
  • Experience with Material Master Data governance tools and frameworks
  • Advanced Microsoft Office skills
  • Global, cross-cultural work experience
  • Oral and written proficiency in English (Spanish and French advantageous)
  • Advanced oral and written proficiency in Spanish and/or English

EXPERIENCE:

  • 7+ years of experience in master data management or data governance in mining or industrial sectors
  • Strong understanding of materials master data structures, hierarchies, taxonomies, and codifications standards (mining) such as ECCMA, UNSPSC
  • Experience implementing and managing master data governance frameworks, including both active governance (preventive controls) and passive governance (detective controls)
  • Proven experience with data quality management, including data cleansing, enrichment, and standardization
  • Experience with SAP S4/HANA Materials Management and related master data management tools
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data requirements into practical governance solutions
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across organizational boundaries
  • Strong project management skills with experience implementing data governance initiatives
  • Ability to develop and deliver training on data governance principles