Director, Data Governance

Western Digital; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as the Director of Data Governance, where your expertise will shape the future of data quality and analytics. In this pivotal role, you'll lead initiatives to enhance data governance across the supply chain, ensuring high standards and operational efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement innovative data strategies, mentor aspiring data professionals, and drive impactful projects that align with business objectives. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment that values innovation and growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business management or supply chain required.
• Experience in data management strategies and leading teams.

Responsibilities

• Establish data quality metrics and implement validation processes.
• Develop and enforce data governance policies and standards.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business management or supply chain

Tools

ETL tools

BI platforms

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Company Description

At Western Digital, we are on a mission to unlock the potential of data so people, companies, and organizations everywhere can create what’s next. To fulfill our vision, we are always on the lookout for potential team members who share our passion for solving problems to empower others.

When you join Western Digital, you join a legacy more than 50 years in the making. Across our Western Digital, SanDisk, SanDisk Professional, WD, and WD_BLACK brands, we have brought some of the most storied advancements in memory and data storage technology to market—and our best, most innovative work is yet to come.

From energizing gaming platforms to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Here’s how you can help.

Job Description

In the position as the Director, Data Governance, you will be crucial in supporting and executing initiatives to increase and govern data quality to maximize Western Digital’s value. This role involves working with other supply chain data stewards to develop and implement data quality and governance strategies and processes across the supply chain, ensuring they are prioritized to support business objectives and improve operational efficiencies. The perfect candidate will possess a solid background in Data Quality and Analytics with demonstrated experience in stakeholder collaboration, establishing frameworks, and execution of the strategy to drive data governance projects, results, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Data Quality Assurance:
   • Establishing data quality metrics and benchmarks.
   • Implementing data validation processes to identify and rectify discrepancies.
2. Data Governance:
   • Developing and enforcing data governance policies and standards.
   • Measuring adherence to policies, standards, and data quality standards.
3. Tool and Technology Management:
   • Evaluating, implementing, and supporting data quality and analytics tools (e.g., ETL tools, BI platforms).
   • Staying updated on emerging technologies and best practices in data management.
4. Reporting and Visualization:
   • Creating data quality scorecards, areas of focus, and reports to present data quality insights to stakeholders.
   • Leveraging data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) for effective communication.
5. Performance Analysis:
   • Analyzing the effectiveness of data quality/cleansing initiatives through KPIs and metrics.
   • Continuously improving processes based on performance outcomes.
6. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
   • Partnering with IT, business units, and data governance teams to align data strategies.
   • Communicating analytical findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
7. Team Leadership:
   • Recruiting, training, and mentoring other data stewards and professionals.
   • Fostering a collaborative environment that encourages innovation.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in business management or supply chain with demonstrated data quality and governance program management skills and financial acumen.
• Experience in establishing and maturing data management strategies and projects.
• Experience in leading teams through projects with demonstrated results.

SKILLS:

• Analytical Skills:
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and a keen eye for detail.
  • Ability to interpret complex datasets and derive actionable insights.
• Project Management:
  • Experience in managing projects from initiation to completion, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met.
• Communication:
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for presenting findings to diverse audiences.
  • Ability to translate technical concepts into business language.
• Leadership:
  • Strong interpersonal skills to lead and motivate a team.
  • Experience in stakeholder management and conflict resolution.