Master Data Manager, Application Development & Maintenance

Master Data Manager, Application Development & Maintenance

Information Technology at Cardinal Health oversees the effective development, delivery, and operation of computing and information services. This function anticipates, plans, and delivers Information Technology solutions and strategies that enable operations and drive business value.

Application Development & Maintenance performs configuration or coding to develop, enhance, and sustain the organization's software systems in a cross-functional team environment through adherence to established design control processes and good engineering practices. This job family programs and configures end-user applications, systems, databases, and websites to achieve the organization's internal needs and externally-facing business needs. Application Development & Maintenance partners with business leaders, investigates user needs, and conducts regular assessments, maintenance, and enhancements of existing applications.

Cardinal Health’s Enterprise Master Data Management

Cardinal Health’s Enterprise Master Data Management technology team is on a tremendous growth journey. Comprised of Operations and Development functions, we aim to be a world-class master data organization that enables Cardinal Health to be healthcare’s most trusted partner. Cardinal Health is driving healthcare to the next level. We boast great opportunities to grow and apply technical skills to meet organizational needs, empowering talented engineers who mentor and uplift others, led by leaders with focus on employee development and well-being, dedicated training programs, and a fun and collaborative atmosphere.

The Master Data Manager, Application Development & Maintenance will be leading the Pharma Master Data Team to design and deliver reliable master data solutions that support key Pharma business processes. This team will be ensuring that data is accurate, consistent, and compliant across systems to enable smooth operations and informed decisions. This Manager will be a trusted and efficient master data foundation for the Pharma business offering a single source of truth that drives quality, compliance, and innovation.

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Manages department operations and supervises professional employees, front line supervisors and/or business support staff.
• Participates in the development of policies and procedures to achieve specific goals.
• Ensures employees operate within guidelines.
• Decisions have a short term impact on work processes, outcomes and customers.
• Interacts with subordinates, peers, customers, and suppliers at various management levels; may interact with senior management.
• Interactions normally involve resolution of issues related to operations and/or projects.
• Gains consensus from various parties involved.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of experience, preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred.
• Expertise in the implementation of SAP MDG solutions for master data domains such as Customer, Vendor, and Material in large-scale projects is required.
• Extensive experience in integrating SAP MDG with SAP ECC and SAP S/4HANA systems.
• Strong understanding of third-party interfaces and data conversion processes.
• Proven experience in aligning business process requirements with the technical implementation of SAP Master Data Governance.
• Expert-level SAP functional configuration experience in Material, Customer, and Supplier master data.
• Significant experience with BRF+ (Business Rule Framework plus), including building rule-based workflow services, user exits, BADIs, and working collaboratively with developers for enhancements.
• Proficiency in data model enhancement, data transfer (DIF/DEF), data replication framework (DRF), and rule-based workflow configuration.
• Experience in integrating business process requirements with SAP MDG technical solutions.
• SAP MDG certifications are a plus.

Salary and Benefits

Anticipated salary range: $123,400 - $193,930

Bonus eligible: Yes

Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being, including Medical, dental and vision coverage, Paid time off plan, Health savings account (HSA), 401k savings plan, Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay, Flexible spending accounts (FSAs), Short- and long-term disability coverage, Work-Life resources, Paid parental leave, and Healthy lifestyle programs.

Application Window and Inclusivity

Application window anticipated to close: 02/13/2026. If interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

The salary range listed is an an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

Key skills/competency

• SAP MDG
• Customer Master Data
• Vendor Master Data
• Material Master Data
• SAP ECC
• SAP S/4HANA
• BRF+
• Data Model Enhancement
• Data Replication Framework
• Workflow Configuration