Data Governance Lead

Woodward, Inc.

Base: $95,000 (min) - $123,000 (mid) - $152,000 (m...
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Strong understanding of data governance principles
Experience with data quality management processes
Ability to collaborate across business it teams
** Woodward, Inc. is seeking a Data Governance Lead to implement and operationalize its enterprise data governance framework, ensuring high standards of data quality and compliance. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in data governance, strong stakeholder management skills, and familiarity with ERP environments, particularly SAP S/4HANA. **

Job Summary

  • The Data Governance Lead is responsible for supporting the execution of the enterprise data governance framework and ensuring high standards of data quality and compliance.
  • This role reports directly to the Director of Data Governance and works closely with Master Data Management, BI teams, and business stakeholders to drive collaboration.
  • Woodward offers an extensive Total Reward package including a 401(k) match, annual stock contribution, and comprehensive medical and dental insurance upon date of hire.

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** Woodward, Inc. is seeking a Data Governance Lead to implement and operationalize its enterprise data governance framework, ensuring high standards of data quality and compliance. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in data governance, strong stakeholder management skills, and familiarity with ERP environments, particularly SAP S/4HANA. **

Salary

Base: $95,000 (min) - $123,000 (mid) - $152,000 (max); Bonus: Annual cash bonus opportunity; Benefits: 401(k) match 4.5%, Stock contribution 5%

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strong understanding of data governance principles
  • Experience with data quality management processes
  • Ability to collaborate across business IT teams
  • Ownership of Business Glossary maintenance
  • Lead data governance councils for domains

Nice-to-have

  • SAP S/4HANA exposure preferred
  • Experience in large ERP environments
  • Analytical mindset with attention to detail
  • Stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Promoting data stewardship practices

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Data Management or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in data governance or management
  • Prior involvement in data quality and metadata initiatives
  • U.S. Person status required per ITAR regulations

Work Rights

Must be a U.S. Person (citizen, Green Card holder, or protected person)

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