Data Governance Director

We are currently actively recruiting for a Data Governance Director for our client in the East Bay. What this role is responsible for:Leading the development + execution of data governance frameworkEnsuring that our data is trusted, accurate, and consistent so that we can make better business decisions, improved financial outcomes, and reduce operational riskUnlocking the full value of data across the organization through strengthening data accuracy, consistency, and accountability, directly impacting operational efficiency + our ability to scaleOperating as a cross-functional leader, partnering closely with senior business stakeholders + IT to establish clear ownership, enforce standards, and embed governance into day-to-day workflowsWill own the following areas =Data Governance Strategy & Framework, Cross-Functional Leadership & Alignment, Data Quality & Performance Management, Issue Management & Escalation, Technology & Enablement, and Standards, Policies & ControlsWhat you will bring to the role:8+ years of experience in data governance, data management, analytics, or related fieldsProven experience leading cross-functional initiatives in complex, matrixed organizationsBring both strategic leadership + hands-on execution to build + sustain a scalable governance model that supports our growing businessAbility to thrive in a fast paced start-up like environmentStrong understanding of enterprise data domains such as product, pricing, inventory, financial, and customer dataExperience establishing data standards, governance frameworks, and data quality programsAbility to influence + drive alignment across senior business + technical stakeholdersStrong analytical + problem-solving skills with a focus on business impactExperience working with data governance tools (MDM, data quality, cataloging) is a plusRetail, grocery, or consumer industry experience preferred