Director, Data Governance

McKesson’s Corporate; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

McKesson is seeking a Director, Data Governance to lead enterprise-wide governance programs that improve data quality and regulatory compliance. You will define governance strategies across data catalogs, metadata, quality, master data, and lineage, partnering with risk, privacy, and audit teams to establish standards and controls.

A strong leadership presence and cross-functional influence are essential. The role requires guiding governance initiatives, metrics, and executive reporting to

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in data governance, data management, or related fields.
• 4+ years of people leadership experience.
• Experience leading enterprise-scale governance programs and operating models.
• Experience with data catalog, metadata management, or governance platforms.
• Knowledge of data privacy, risk, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise data governance strategy and operating model.
• Drive adoption of data governance and data catalog platforms.
• Establish data quality, metadata management, and data lineage programs.
• Partner with risk, privacy, security, and audit teams for regulatory readiness.
• Develop governance metrics and executive reporting for leadership.
• Define data ownership, stewardship, and governance priorities.

Skills

Data governance

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Data quality

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Collibra

Alation

Informatica

Microsoft Purview

Job description

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well‑being of you and those we serve – we care. What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well‑being of you and those we serve – we care. What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.

About the Role

McKesson is seeking a strategic and experienced Director, Data Governance to lead enterprise‑wide data governance programs that improve data quality, regulatory compliance, business trust, and operational excellence. This leader will define and execute governance strategies across data governance, metadata management, data cataloging, data quality, master data management, and data lineage capabilities. The Director will partner with business, technology, risk, compliance, and data leaders to establish governance frameworks, standards, policies, and controls that support data‑driven decision making and regulatory requirements. This role requires a strong combination of leadership, stakeholder engagement, data management expertise, and the ability to influence outcomes across a complex enterprise environment.

What You’ll Do

• Lead enterprise data governance strategy, operating model, policies, standards, and controls.
• Drive adoption and optimization of data governance and data catalog platforms.
• Establish and oversee data quality, metadata management, master data, and lineage programs.
• Partner with Risk, Compliance, Privacy, Security, and Audit teams to ensure regulatory compliance and governance readiness.
• Develop governance metrics, data health KPIs, and executive reporting for senior leadership.
• Engage business stakeholders to define data ownership, stewardship, accountability, and governance priorities.
• Lead cross‑functional teams delivering large‑scale governance and data management initiatives.
• Build and develop high‑performing teams while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Basic Requirements

• 12+ years of professional experience in data governance, data management, data architecture, analytics, compliance, or related disciplines, including 4+ years of people leadership experience.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience leading enterprise‑scale data governance programs and operating models.
• Experience implementing or managing data catalog, metadata management, or governance platforms.
• Experience with data quality management, data lineage, data stewardship, and governance controls.
• Experience partnering with compliance, risk, privacy, audit, or regulatory organizations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional initiatives and influence senior stakeholders.
• Experience defining governance policies, standards, KPIs, and reporting frameworks.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Master's degree in Information Management, Computer Science, Business, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• Experience supporting regulated industries such as healthcare, pharmaceutical, financial services, or insurance.
• Knowledge of data governance platforms such as Collibra, Alation, Informatica, Microsoft Purview, or similar tools.
• Experience with DAMA‑DMBOK principles and enterprise data management frameworks.
• Knowledge of data privacy regulations, governance controls, and risk management frameworks.
• Experience leading enterprise‑wide data transformation initiatives.
• Strong executive communication and organizational change management capabilities.
• Relevant certifications related to data governance, data management, privacy, or cloud technologies.

Travel, Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Ability to travel up to 20% as business needs require.

Hybrid or remote work arrangements may be available based on business and geographic requirements. Ability to participate in virtual and in‑person meetings and work effectively in a technology‑enabled environment.

For McKesson Canada: Employees are required to be in the office two (2) days per week, either in Ville Saint‑Laurent, Quebec or Mississauga, Ontario.

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long‑term incentive opportunities may be offered.

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page. McKesson is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to (United States) [e-mail] or (Canada) [e-mail]. Resumes or CVs submitted to this email box will not be accepted.