Head of Data & Systems Maintenance

Job Req Number:  126206 
Time Type: Full Time

Are you ready to shape the systems and data capabilities that support a global organisation?

At DSV, reliable master data is essential to keeping goods, systems and decisions moving across borders. As Head of Data & Systems Maintenance, you will lead the team responsible for the systems that underpin DSV's global Master Data Management landscape.

You will own SAP Master Data Governance (SAP MDG) and related platforms, drive innovation and data quality, and help ensure that our systems remain scalable, reliable and aligned with business needs. This is an opportunity to combine technical expertise, strategic leadership and people management in a role with global reach and visible impact.

Your responsibilities and impact

Reporting to the Director of Master Data Management, you will lead and develop the Data & Systems Maintenance team and act as the primary business counterpart to IT for the MDM systems landscape.

You will define priorities, governance and roadmaps across SAP MDG and related platforms, translate business requirements into scalable solutions, and ensure strong performance, data quality and continuous improvement across the landscape. You will also play a key role in driving innovation, strengthening governance and developing a high-performing team.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Own the MDM systems landscape by setting the governance, priorities and roadmap for SAP MDG and related platforms


• Lead SAP MDG excellence, ensuring scalable data models, workflows, integrations and data distribution capabilities


• Partner with IT on architecture, delivery, releases, service performance and continuous system improvement


• Drive innovation and data quality, embedding governance, automation and standardisation across the MDM landscape


• Prioritise business demands and system changes, balancing value, risk, dependencies and capacity


• Lead and develop a team of experts, building capability, accountability and a high-performing culture


• Ensure strong governance and transparency through reporting, risk management and continuous improvement.

What you bring

You combine strong SAP Master Data Governance expertise with a strategic mindset and the ability to turn complex business requirements into practical solutions.

You are comfortable taking ownership in a global and fast-changing environment. You make evidence-based decisions, communicate complex technical topics clearly and build trusted relationships across business and IT.

To thrive and succeed in the role, we imagine you have:

• Significant hands-on experience with SAP Master Data Governance in a complex enterprise environment


• Strong knowledge of data governance, data quality management and enterprise data landscapes


• Proven leadership experience within systems, data or technology-focused teams


• Experience partnering closely with IT and translating business requirements into scalable solutions


• A solid understanding of system integrations, releases, change management and service operations


• Excellent stakeholder management skills and confidence working across technical and business functions


• A structured, pragmatic and results-oriented approach with the ability to navigate complexity and turn insight into action


• Fluency in written and spoken English

Nice to have:

• Experience with Data Quality Management tools, automation, cloud platforms or modern data technologies


• Relevant certifications within project management, IT service management, data management, or continuous improvement

Why DSV

You will join a global organisation with more than 150,000 colleagues across 90+ countries, working together to keep supply chains moving worldwide.

At DSV, movement creates opportunity. In this role, you will shape the systems and data foundations that enable reliable operations and better decisions across the business. You will become part of a culture built on ownership, transparency, collaboration and continuous improvement, with the opportunity to make a visible impact on a global scale.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply today and become part of a team that keeps the world moving.

We review applications on an ongoing basis and encourage you to apply early. The application deadline is 27 September 2026, but we may close the position sooner if we find the right candidate.

No cover letter is needed. Please include a short motivation in your CV.

If you would like to know more about the role, you are welcome to contact Director of Master Data Management, Amardeep Kaur at [email protected]

DSV – Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you. 

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.

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