Head Of Data Governance M/F

Bel Group; Suresnes; On-site; EUR 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Bel Group seeks a Head of Data Governance to define and deploy global data governance, ensure trusted data, and drive a data-driven transformation. You will lead the Data Citizenship program, set standards for accessibility, and oversee master data management while building a high-performing governance team across regions.

The role requires extensive experience in data governance, data management, and FMCG environments, with strong leadership and change-management skills to influence

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in Data, incl. Data Governance & Data Management
• Proven track record deploying data governance at scale in international environments
• Experience in FMCG or complex multi-business organizations
• English proficiency mandatory; French recommended

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the Data Governance Strategy across the organization
• Lead the Data Citizenship Program and foster data-driven culture
• Ensure data accessibility, discoverability, and useful data products
• Drive Data Quality Excellence with KPIs and monitoring
• Lead Master Data Management (MDM) and act as enterprise data steward
• Build and develop a high-performing governance team and drive cross-functional collaboration

Skills

Data Governance

Data Quality

MDM

Data architectures

Strategic thinking

Execution

English proficiency

Data Citizenship

Tools

DataGalaxy

Job description

The Bel Group is a major player in the food industry through portions of dairy,fruitand plant-based products, and one of the world leaders in branded cheeses. Its portfolio of differentiated and internationally recognized brands includes The Laughing Cow®, Kiri®,Babybel®, Boursin®,Pom'Potes® andGoGosqueeZ®, as well as some 30 local brands. Together, these brands helped the Group generate sales of €3.74 billion in 2024.

Do you want to join a company with strong brands thatputconsumers and responsibility at the heart of the decision-making process? Then Bel is made for you!

Are you bold, pragmatic, and determined? Do you want to contribute to the transformation of an international agri-food company?Thenjoin us and measure the impact of your talent and energy in realizing an ambitious and sustainable company project!

#IWorkForAllForGood

As an international group known for the strength of its brands and its strong business culture, we placedata and artificial intelligenceat the heart of our performance and transformation strategy.

As part of our ambitious transformation journey, data is a strategic asset to drive performance, innovation, and better decision-making across the Group. The Data & AnalyticsTeamplaysa central rolein enabling this transformation by delivering trusted, accessible, and high-value data.

As Head of Data Governance, you will lead the definition and deployment of Bel’s data governance framework at global scale.

You will ensure that data across the organization istrusted, well-managed, and accessible, while driving the adoption of data practices through a strongData Citizenship program.

You will be a key member of theData Leadership Teamand a critical enabler of Bel’s data-driven transformation.

Define and Lead Data Governance Strategy

• Define andmaintaingroup-wide data governance policies, standards, and processes
• Ensure consistent implementation across all business domains and regions
• Leadgovernancecommittee(data councils, design authority, governance committees)

Lead the Data Citizenship Program

• Deliver Bel’s data culture and literacy strategy
• Foster a strong data-driven mindset across all functions
• Animate and structure the network of data roles (Data Owners, Data Stewards, Data Citizens)

Ensure Data Accessibility & Availability

• Define the framework for data accessibility and self-service
• Ensure data is discoverable, understandable, and usable across the organization
• Drive deployment of datacatalog(DataGalaxy), documentation, and data products visibility
• Define standards for data availability and usage

Drive Data Quality Excellence

• Define and deploy data quality frameworks, including KPIs, rules, and monitoring processes
• Ensure continuous improvement of data quality across critical datasets
• Implement mechanisms to detect, prevent, and resolve data issues
• Align data quality initiatives with business priorities

Lead Master Data Management (MDM)

• Ensure transformation of our MDM organisation
• Define and drive the enterprise MDM strategy and policies
• Ensure the implementation of a robustsingle sourceof truth for key business data
• Support and coordinate domain MDM initiatives
• Ensure consistency, standardization, and governance of master data

Lead & Develop the Governance Team

• Direct management of:
• 4 internal team members
• 3 to 5 external resources
• Build and develop a high-performing governance and enablement team
• Foster collaboration across data, IT, and business teams
• Act as a key influencer and change leader across the organization

Yourprofile

Experience

• 15+ years of experience in Data, including Data Governance, Data Management
• Proventrack recordin deploying data governance at scale in international environments
• Experience in FMCG or complex multi-business organizations

Skills &Expertise

• Strongexpertisein:
• Data Governance frameworks
• Data Quality Management
• Master Data Management (MDM)
• Good understanding of modern data architectures and data platforms
• Strong strategic thinking combined with execution capabilities
• Englishproficiencymandatory, French recommended

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to influence and drive change at all levels of the organization
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex topics into business value
• Pragmatic, results-oriented, and structured

Why Join Bel on This Role?

• Play a key role in a global data transformation
• Drive enterprise-wide impact across all business functions
• Shape how data is used to create value at scale
• Join a dynamic and fast-growing Data organization