Global Data Governance Manager

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Position Title: Global Data Governance Manager

Position Type: Regular - Full-Time ​

Position Location: Oakbrook Terrace

Requisition ID: 33855

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At McCain, we believe in meaningful technology – using digital technology not just for innovation, but to make a difference globally. Join a team where innovation drives purpose and technology shapes the future. This is your chance to develop sought-after expertise, work on exciting, high-impact projects, and create solutions that truly make a difference. If you're ready to push boundaries, tackle purposeful challenges, and build a career that matters, we want you on our team. As we embark on a strategic digital transformation journey, the role of Data Governance Domain Manager will be pivotal to ensure one of our greatest assets is well managed.

Please note this posting encompasses 6 Individual Data Governance Manager roles, as we have an opening in each of these domain areas:

• Customer
• Vendor
• Finance
• Operations / Order to Cash
• Supply Chain Planning
• Product Lifecycle Management and Materials

Accountabilities:

Data Governance Strategy & Framework:

• Establish and maintain a data governance framework, including roles, processes, and tools for managing data across its lifecycle.
• Ensure data governance policies and practices are in place and communicated effectively to all stakeholders.

Data Quality & Integrity:

• Define and enforce data quality standards and guidelines to ensure data is accurate, complete, and reliable.
• Implement data quality monitoring programs to detect, correct, and prevent data quality issues.
• Collaborate with data stewards and business units to maintain data integrity.

Data Security & Compliance:

• Ensure adherence to data security and privacy regulations, including GDPR, CCPA, and other industry standards.
• Work with Digital Technology and legal teams to enforce data protection policies and ensure data is handled securely.
• Conduct audits and assessments to ensure compliance with data governance policies and regulatory requirements.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Management:

• Partner with business leaders, Digital Technology, legal, compliance, and other stakeholders to promote data governance best practices across the organization.
• Facilitate cross-functional teams to address data governance challenges and drive continuous improvement.
• Provide guidance and training to teams on data governance principles and practices.

Data Lifecycle Management:

• Oversee the management of data from creation to archival and disposal, ensuring appropriate controls are in place.
• Implement data retention and destruction policies in accordance with legal, regulatory, and business requirements.

Reporting & Metrics:

• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for data governance activities, such as data quality, compliance, and security.
• Report on data governance progress to senior leadership and recommend improvements as necessary.

Data Governance Tools & Technology:

• Identify, evaluate, and implement data governance tools, platforms, and technologies that streamline and automate data governance processes.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices related to data governance and apply them to the organization.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, supply chain, finance or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in data governance, data management, or data quality management.
• Systems thinker who understands that downstream impacts of data issues on downstream business processes.
• Results-driven and process improvement-focused with a strong propensity for excellence.
• Experience working in a CPG company preferred.

Skills:

• Experience with data governance frameworks and tools, such as SAP MDG, Informatica, Stibo or similar preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to lead a cross function/cross regional team.
• Practical knowledge of Organizational Change Management strategies and approaches.
• Proven communication skills with an ability to engage and collaborate with cross functional teams.

About the Team:

The Data Governance Managers will be responsible for the management, quality, security, and compliance with regulations of our master data and data governance initiatives. Master data is the foundation of our enterprise and a key enabler of becoming a more digital first culture. This role is responsible for the development and implementation of master data management policy and standards.

In this role you will be working on a global team, implementing enterprise standards and tools required to ensure the accuracy and reliability of our master data. You will become McCain’s expert on your master data domain (e.g. Customer, Vendor, Finance, etc.). reporting to the Director, Global Business Data Governance. This role has the flexibility to be based out of any of our corporate offices in North America (Florenceville, New Brunswick; Oakbrook Terrace, IL or Toronto, Ontario or Globally).

About McCain .

At McCain, we’re feeding the world: from French fries to cakes, we contribute to the important role food plays in people's lives. That’s why we’re dedicated to ensuring our core values—Family, Authentic, Trusted, and Quality—shine through every day. As a privately owned family company with over 60 years of experience, a presence in more than 160 countries, and a global team of 22,000 people, our values and culture are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that we can work together, along with our business and community partners, to bring sustainable growth and positive change today, tomorrow, and for generations to come. Join us and see how you can MAKE IT at McCain!

Leadership Principles .

Our principles, each with related practices, guide our actions across the organization. Together, they address how McCain interacts with our customers and employees, and how we work as individuals and collectively to find success. While each role adheres to the Leadership Principles, individual roles may focus more on a specific principle or principles.

We are customer obsessed. Customers are our starting point. By understanding their needs and leveraging data and consumer insights, we drive mutual success.

We think big and plan ahead. Through ambition, curiosity, and smart risks, we can accomplish goals, refine processes, and innovate to scale success.

We bring out the best in our people. We create safe spaces for our people so that trust and empowerment come naturally. Inclusion is about listening first, showing humility, and working together.

We act like owners. Together, we clear obstacles and do the work that makes us all successful and proud to be part of McCain.

The McCain experience .

We are McCain: this statement is about our power collectively and our importance individually—your impact is a significant part of the business. Our winning culture focuses on authenticity and trust so we can always bring out the best in our people. Here, you have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive while being yourself. Join our team to see why we’re better together.

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Compensation Package : $97,500.00 - $130,000.00USD annually + bonus eligibility

The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education/training, and other organizational needs.

Benefits : At McCain, we’re on a mission to create a winning culture that puts employee safety and wellbeing at the heart of what we do, every day. We understand and appreciate that each person’s needs are unique and ensure our benefits & wellbeing programs reflect that. Employees are eligible for the following benefits: health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug), retirement savings benefits, and leave support including medical, family and bereavement. Wellbeing programs include vacation and holidays, company-supported volunteering time, and mental health resources. Coverages are aligned to country, provincial and state governing plans and can vary by work level, location and nature of the role. Additional benefit details available during the application process.

Your well-being matters to us, and we’re here to provide you with the necessary resources to support you in being your best self at work — and at home.