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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$86K - $108K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing ocean import operations, ensuring timely delivery and compliance. Manage relationships with customers and vendors while leading a team to enhance service qua...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$112K - $145K *

Join a team that's focused on enhancing supply chain efficiency through strategic project management, mentoring, and supplier collaboration while improving material availability for production operati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team in support operations, ensuring exceptional customer service and efficient processes. Drive strategy, manage incidents, and foster team development to meet o...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize program strategies to drive successful outcomes, manage multi-stakeholder initiatives, and enhance operational efficiency while ensuring quality standards and stakeholder engagement throughou...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $90K *

Elevate your career by mentoring and managing a dynamic workforce while ensuring safety, quality, and productivity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives in a fast-pac...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$70K - $90K *

Transform operations by leading a dynamic team to ensure safety, quality, and performance. Drive customer satisfaction through effective management of workflows and collaboration with support teams in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$70K - $90K *

Empower your team by managing safety and quality while driving productivity and collaboration to achieve business goals in a dynamic, fast-paced environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Champion the end-to-end execution of carrier engagements, ensuring efficient resource allocation and standardized delivery frameworks. Drive operational efficiency across a portfolio of SaaS products...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Innovate the content strategy and operations for omnichannel retail experiences, enhancing brand performance through scalable solutions while fostering collaboration across cross-functional teams. Lea...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $138K *

Transform maintenance operations to ensure optimal equipment reliability and safety in a fast-paced pharmaceutical manufacturing environment while leading a skilled team and driving continuous improve...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Empower enterprise clients by managing seamless implementations from contract to launch. Lead cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment and success through effective project management and client com...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's redefining project delivery by managing client engagements and ensuring timely, budget-friendly outcomes through effective communication and risk mitigation in a dynamic software de...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $90K *

Innovate by leading and mentoring a diverse team while managing operations, ensuring safety and quality standards to achieve productivity targets in a dynamic environment...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$70K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to mentoring and motivating a dynamic workforce while managing safety, quality, and productivity to meet business objectives in a fast-paced environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the technical integration and execution of customer onboardings in healthcare. Own multi-deployment projects, collaborate with clinical and technical teams, and drive seaml...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data analytics by overseeing our Microsoft Power BI and Fabric platforms. You'll drive the administration, security, and optimization of this environment to em...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's bridging business needs and technology solutions. As a key advisor, you'll influence strategy for top managed service customers, ensuring a supportable infrastructure and governance...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Lead and optimize IT projects within financial services, overseeing a team of specialists to enhance automated systems. Drive performance standards and ensure effective project lifecycle management wh...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$82K - $111K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team managing retail construction projects. Oversee store development, coordinate with internal and external partners, and ensure timely, budget-friendly project comple...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Transform the management of engineering data and documentation as a Configuration Management Analyst, ensuring compliance with standards and customer expectations throughout the product lifecycle whil...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to manage configuration control for the Airborne Tactical Augmented Reality System, ensuring compliance with standards and facilitating collaboration across engineering, quality, a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion impactful IT projects by leading cross-functional teams to enhance cloud solutions, manage budgets, and support stakeholder engagement in federal environments, ensuring alignment with client...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $90K *

Transform client relationships by managing the transaction lifecycle, ensuring customer satisfaction, and collaborating with internal teams to drive profitability and service excellence. Leverage your...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$265K - $307K *

Pioneer the commercial data operations landscape, ensuring data quality, integration, and scalability. Lead a multidisciplinary team to transform data into trusted analytics-ready products while drivi...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Drive the optimization and governance of the Enterprise Maintenance Management platform, enhancing asset reliability through IBM Maximo. Collaborate across functions to deliver solutions that boost op...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

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.

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    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.