Taxonomy Data Steward

Kingspan Insulation is looking for an experienced Taxonomy Data Steward to lead the development, governance and continuous improvement of taxonomy, master data and classification structures across our Commercial, Procurement and CRM functions.

This role is pivotal in ensuring data is accurate, standardised and aligned across systems and business units, enabling reliable reporting, analytics, budgeting, strategic planning, sourcing optimisation and operational efficiency. You will work closely with stakeholders across the business to improve data quality, support system integration and ensure governance standards are consistently applied.

• Develop, maintain and enhance Commercial, Procurement and CRM taxonomies, metadata models and data standards.
• Define and maintain robust data models and classification frameworks across CRM and connected business systems.
• Ensure consistent definitions and classification of customers, products, suppliers, categories, segments and opportunities.
• Act as owner and gatekeeper for taxonomy change requests, version control and lifecycle management.
• Establish and maintain governance frameworks that support data consistency, compliance and business requirements.
• Create and maintain data dictionaries, classification guides, governance procedures and standards documentation.
• Own CRM data integration with websites, customer portals, HubSpot, PIM and middleware platforms.
• Work closely with IT and Digital teams to ensure seamless data flow and system interoperability.
• Identify, investigate and resolve integration, taxonomy and data consistency issues across multiple systems.
• Ensure taxonomy alignment during system upgrades, system migrations and new technology implementations.
• Collaborate with Commercial, Procurement, Finance, IT, Data Governance and Category Management teams to ensure data structures support business needs.
• Act as the central point of contact for taxonomy and master data governance matters.
• Ensure supplier reporting, spend analytics and business dashboards are underpinned by accurate and correctly classified data.
• Support the delivery of reliable commercial and procurement insights through effective data governance practices.
• Review and challenge key data, forecasts and insights to support the annual Budget and Strategy planning process.
• Support the validation and upload of approved budget data into reporting environments.
• Coordinate the annual Group EU Taxonomy declaration process.
• Maintain and optimise processes for data onboarding, validation, classification and approval workflows.
• Lead initiatives to improve data quality, user experience, governance standards and operational efficiency.
• Deliver training, workshops and guidance to help users understand taxonomy structures and apply data standards correctly.
• Develop training materials, user guides and governance documentation to support business adoption.

We're looking for an analytical and detail-oriented data professional with experience in data governance, master data management and business systems.

• Experience in a Data Steward, Master Data, Data Governance, Taxonomy Management or similar role.
• Strong understanding of CRM systems, data structures and system integrations.
• Experience developing and managing taxonomies, metadata models and classification frameworks.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify trends, inconsistencies and opportunities for improvement.
• Experience working with multiple stakeholders across commercial, procurement, finance and technology functions.
• Strong understanding of data governance principles, data quality management and reporting requirements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience delivering training and supporting business adoption of data standards.
• Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining high levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience with HubSpot, PIM platforms or similar business systems would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of procurement, commercial reporting or EU Taxonomy reporting requirements would be beneficial.

This is an opportunity to play a key role in strengthening data governance and business intelligence across a leading global organisation.

You will have the opportunity to establish governance frameworks, improve data quality, support strategic initiatives and work closely with commercial, procurement and technology teams to deliver meaningful business value through data.

If you are passionate about data governance, master data management and driving business performance through accurate and structured information, we'd like to hear from you.

• 25 Days Annual Leave (Plus Bank Holidays)
• Profit Related Bonus
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• 4 x Salary Life Assurance
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave
• Buy & Sell Annual Leave
• Service Recognition Rewards
• Octopus Salary Sacrifice EV Cars Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme