Explore Data Manager Jobs

Find Data Manager jobs that match your experience and career goals on Ladders. We feature vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including roles focused on data governance, database operations, analytics, data quality, and information management.

What Does a Data Manager Do?

Data Managers help organizations make their information accurate, secure, accessible, and useful. Depending on the employer and role, responsibilities may include setting data policies, overseeing databases and data platforms, improving data quality, managing access and compliance, and coordinating with analytics, engineering, product, and business teams.

Skills and Qualifications for Data Manager Roles

Employers commonly seek experience with data governance, database management, data modeling, quality assurance, privacy, and security. Familiarity with SQL, cloud data platforms, business intelligence tools, and regulatory requirements may also be valuable. Communication, project management, and leadership skills help Data Managers align technical work with organizational priorities. Requirements vary by position and industry.

Data Manager Career Opportunities

Data management careers span industries such as technology, healthcare, finance, retail, and consulting. Depending on your background, you may pursue roles in master data management, enterprise data governance, research data, database administration, or analytics operations. Some positions offer a path toward senior data leadership, including director-level and chief data roles.

Find Data Manager Jobs on Ladders

Browse Data Manager openings on Ladders to discover vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities by responsibilities, qualifications, industry, and location, then focus your search on positions that fit your skills and next career move. Compensation and role requirements vary by employer and location.

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$100K - $150K *

Support dynamic real estate operations by managing client relations, optimizing processes, and ensuring seamless team collaboration. Drive efficiency and enhance service delivery in a fast-paced envir...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$146K - $189K *

Partner with us to enhance our community health provider network. Leverage your expertise in provider relations and network management to drive growth, improve access to care, and support our mission...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Lead and optimize a high-performing Program Management team to drive strategic initiatives. Collaborate extensively across departments to ensure successful execution of complex, multi-disciplinary pro...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Advance cross-functional project management efforts by leading strategic initiatives that drive business objectives and enhance care programs while ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder alignment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Transform drug development by leading innovative asset strategies and leveraging insights to ensure impactful programs that meet patient needs. Collaborate across teams to enhance strategic clarity an...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance financial management practices and support critical operations. Collaborate across levels to drive process improvements and deliver impactful financial insights in a fas...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead and manage full-service clinical research projects in phases II and III, ensuring quality deliverables on time and within budget while mentoring teams and supporting business development efforts...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Empower customer success by managing key relationships, enhancing experiences, and driving value for a portfolio of clients. Collaborate across teams to ensure service deliverables align with customer...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Manage and optimize vendor relationships to align capabilities with business needs. Play a key role in enhancing vendor performance, mitigating risks, and supporting strategic initiatives to ensure ef...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful IT project delivery in a multi-site healthcare environment. Lead complex transformations, enhance governance, and foster stakeholder collaboration while ensuring tangible business outc...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $104K *

Collaborate effectively with project teams to manage workflows, deliverables, and communications, ensuring high-quality execution across all project phases in commercial and critical environments...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing sales operations through data analysis, forecasting, and performance management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and drive busin...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Manage and execute full-service clinical research projects in phases II and III, ensuring quality deliverables on time and within budget while leading teams and supporting business development efforts...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Transform project execution by developing and optimizing schedules for data center construction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery, effective sequencing, and risk mitig...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of project schedules for data center construction, optimizing timelines and resource allocation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient sequencing and risk mitigati...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Strategize and drive growth for a key account while managing complex relationships and executing tactical sales plans. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer engagement and deliver outstan...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$105K - $115K *

Lead financial pricing strategies and support sales operations through analytical insights, forecasting, and continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize mar...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $100K *

Play a key role in financial leadership, guiding strategic priorities and ensuring compliance within a dynamic business unit. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver insightful analysis and foster o...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$126K - $208K *

Partner with us to drive global GTM strategies and co-innovate solutions in the Autonomous Workforce sector, leveraging ServiceNow technologies. Lead partner alignment to optimize opportunities, enhan...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Optimize sales operations by enhancing process efficiency and productivity. Lead the implementation of automation tools and reporting dashboards, driving continuous improvement throughout the sales fu...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize AI quality and efficiency in investment firm tools. Own evaluation processes, drive data-informed changes, and ensure the accuracy of AI outputs thr...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $185K *

Champion client engagement success by overseeing RWD project delivery, ensuring operational efficiency, and maintaining strategic communication across teams to foster long-term client satisfaction and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$101K - $152K *

Lead the charge in optimizing enterprise vendor partnerships, enhancing operational efficiency and accountability, while aligning with organizational goals to ensure value realization and risk mitigat...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$120K - $140K *

Accelerate growth by identifying and qualifying new business opportunities, building strong client relationships, and managing accounts to align client needs with service offerings in the digital serv...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $130K *

Join a team that's leading WMS-to-robotics integration projects, collaborating with clients and vendors to deliver scalable solutions. This hybrid role requires a blend of technical and operational ex...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Data Manager do?question toggle

    A Data Manager oversees how an organization collects, organizes, protects, maintains, and uses data. The role may include data governance, database operations, quality controls, access policies, compliance, and collaboration with technical and business teams.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Data Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for experience in data management, databases, governance, data quality, or analytics, along with strong communication and project management skills. Some roles also request knowledge of SQL, cloud platforms, privacy, or industry regulations.

  • Which industries hire Data Managers?question toggle

    Data Managers work across many sectors, including technology, healthcare, financial services, retail, education, government, and consulting. Their responsibilities depend on the organization’s data systems, needs, and regulatory environment.

  • How much do Data Manager jobs pay?question toggle

    Pay depends on factors such as experience, location, industry, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for compensation details.

  • Where can I find Data Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Explore Data Manager listings on Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its specific duties, qualifications, location, and compensation.