Data Governance Manager

Job Title: Data Governance Manager
Reports to: Director of Data Strategy & Analytics
Department: Analytics
FLSA Status: Exempt

Summary
The Data Governance Manager leads and manages all organization-wide data governance activities and will have responsibility for improving the quality while managing the protection of sensitive data and information assets. The position will focus on establishing and ensuring adherence to an enterprise data governance framework for data policies, standards, and practices, both at the Department, Business and Functional area level, to achieve the required level of consistency, quality, and protection to meet overall business needs. Serving as a point of escalation for governance, data quality and protection issues and will work closely with Business and Functional area leadership to improve the quality and value of core data assets, as well as support the strategic requirements of the department.

Primary Tasks and Responsibilities

• Establish and govern an enterprise data governance implementation roadmap including strategic priorities for the development of information-based capabilities.
• Roll out an enterprise-wide data governance framework, with a focus on the improvement of data quality and the protection of sensitive data through modifications to organization behavior policies and standards, principles, governance metrics, processes, related tools, and data architecture.
• Manage and optimize the use of ERP and PLM to ensure data integrity throughout product and customer lifecycle.
• Fosters a data-driven culture by ensuring enterprise data is manageable and provides support to accelerate the data-driven transformation of relevant business processes.
• Resolve end-to-end issues regarding Data Governance across the enterprise.
• Define roles and responsibilities related to data governance and ensure clear accountability for the stewardship of the company’s principal information assets.
• Serve as a liaison between Business and Functional areas and technology to ensure that data-related business requirements for protecting sensitive data are clearly defined, communicated, and well understood and considered as part of operational prioritization and planning.
• Facilitate the development and implementation of data quality standards, data protection standards, and adoption requirements across the enterprise.
• Define indicators of performance and quality metrics and ensure compliance with data-related policies, standards, roles and responsibilities, and adoption requirements.
• Establish and maintain data dictionaries and repositories to provide a comprehensive view of the company’s data assets. 
• Develop & maintain inventory of the enterprise information maps, including authoritative systems, and owners.

Supervision Received   

• Works under the general direction and guidance of the Director of Data Strategy & Analytics.

Supervision Exercised     

• Provide leadership and direction to Data Processing Associate.

Level and Type of Education Required   

• Bachelor’s degree required. Acceptable areas include Business / Business related, Computer Science, Mathematics, MIS, or Information Management.

Desired Qualifications and Work Experience    

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a major distribution organization, with large-scale data or project management and oversight experience. 
• Extensive experience working within ERP systems (NetSuite preferred).
• Prior PLM software experience required (WFX preferred).
• Knowledge of data governance practices, business and technology issues related to the management of enterprise information assets and approaches related to data protection.
• Knowledge of data related to industry regulatory requirements and emerging trends and issues.
• Expert knowledge of risk data architecture and technology solutions.
• Demonstrates highest integrity and work ethic, embraces change, drives results, and manages adversity effectively.      
• Expert analytical skills to identify trends, analyze data, and make informed decisions. Strong problem solver, capable of resolving complex data challenges and implementing process improvements. 
• Excellent relationship building skills, proven ability to influence working teams and key partners.
• Track record of successfully prioritizing and managing multiple priorities while maintaining a positive, professional image of the organization.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, to a variety of audiences.
• Proven hands-on project management and change management experience. Able to see big picture, but comfortable executing tactical issues.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changes quickly.
• Proficient in developing and coaching individuals, recruiting talent, managing performance, and fostering teamwork and cooperation within teams.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

The following descriptions are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to work in an office and perform in a corporate environment
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to view computer screen and type on a keyboard
• Ability to converse over a telephone (hear, speak)