Data Domain Lead

Join an industry leader and make a positive change in the sustainable use of the world’s natural resources. Together, we will transform the business and drive the industry toward a greener future.

At Metso, you will be supported by our inclusive culture and a network of colleagues from around the world. With us, you will embark on a personal growth journey and are encouraged to realize your potential. This is your invitation to rise above the possible.

Job posting end date: 11/16/2025

Introduction

We are seeking a Data Domain Lead to take ownership for driving structure, clarity, and quality across Metso’s most critical data domains. As a Data Domain Lead, you will be responsible for establishing and developing domain-level data governance, coordinating improvements to data quality and usage, and acting as a key enabler for data-driven processes and analytics within your domain (e.g., product data, business partner data, installed base). You will work cross-functionally to ensure data is stewarded effectively across systems, processes, and organizational boundaries.

You will report to the Director, Data Enablement. The preferred location for this role is Espoo, Finland, though we are open to other major Metso locations as well as to offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options.

Team you’ll belong to

You will be part of the newly established Data, Analytics & AI Office, Metso’s central hub to steer and enable the use of data and AI to deliver strategic business outcomes. We exist to unlock value from data and AI by strengthening data foundations, enabling innovation and empowering our people. Our core values are based on collaboration across the Data, Analytics & AI ecosystem, curiosity, integrity and business value as the guiding principle.

What you’ll do

• Act as the accountable lead for the strategic development and governance of a specific data domain.
• Coordinate domain governance processes and ensure proper roles (owners, stewards) are defined and empowered.
• Identify and drive resolution of data quality issues, ownership gaps, and process inefficiencies within the domain.
• Align with business process owners, IT and analytics leads to support consistent and trusted data use.
• Contribute to enterprise data asset strategy / data architecture design by bringing domain-specific priorities, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements concerning data assets together with Legal and IT.
• Foster engagement within your domain’s community of practice and collaborate with peers in other domains.

Who you are

• Strong understanding of data lifecycle management and data governance principles.
• Familiarity with ERP and operational systems relevant to your domain (e.g., SAP, Salesforce, PLM systems).
• Ability to manage stakeholders across functions and geographies.
• Experience in data quality improvement, metadata, or master data management is highly valued.
• Experience in using AI and automation to manage a data asset / improve data quality is considered a benefit.
• Analytical mindset and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to act as translator between business, IT, and data experts to co-create practical, value-adding solutions.

What’s in it for you

• An inspiring purpose - Enabling sustainable modern life. Minerals and metals are the backbone of essential functions in the modern world. However, there's a pressing need for more sustainable solutions to collect and process them. At Metso, you get to be part of transforming the industry and making a positive change.
• Wellbeing and safety - Benefit from occupational healthcare, generous benefits plan, healthy living rewards, mental well-being services, on-site gym, bicycle benefits, and engagement surveys.
• Compensation and rewards - Global incentive program tied to business and performance targets, and meal benefits.
• Hybrid working possibilities - While we are big advocates of meeting and collaborating in person, we believe in fostering a flexible work environment.
• A thriving culture - We are committed to developing an inclusive culture that enables everyone to do their best and reach their full potential. A culture that is courageous, compelling, and caring, and unites our people to build a sustainable future together.
• Extensive learning opportunities - Ongoing growth dialogues, internal mobility, mentoring programs, education assistance, ambitious projects, and global opportunities.
• Worldwide support - Leverage our network of peers across the world, offering valuable assistance. We get things done together, through open and honest communication.

Get in touch

Want to rise above the possible with us? Click ‘Apply now’ to leave your application. Please note that the recruitment process might stretch over a longer period as we are prioritizing the recruitment of the Director, Data Enablement first.

For further information, please contact Vanessa Bernhardt-Horst, VP, Data, Analytics & AI Office at vanessa.bernhardt-horst(a)metso.com. Please note that she will be on holiday between the 19th and 30th of June, expect some delay in response.

We understand that some highly capable candidates might hesitate to apply for a role unless they meet every listed qualification. If you're excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the requirements. You may be the right candidate for the role.

How to join - Working at Metso - About Metso - Diversity and Inclusion - Meet our people

Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers’ energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and service expertise. We are the partner for positive change.  
 
Metso is headquartered in Espoo, Finland. At the end of 2024 Metso had close to 17,000 employees in around 50 countries, and sales in 2024 were about EUR 4.9 billion. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. 

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