Data Protection and Governance Director

Plexus Corp.; Neenah (WI); On-site; USD 112,600 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for professional development

Work-life balance initiatives

Job summary

A leading technology provider is seeking a Data Governance & Compliance Manager to develop global strategies and ensure compliance with international data privacy laws. This role demands 6-10 years of experience in data governance, leadership skills, and the ability to educate teams on data-related risks. The ideal candidate will make a significant impact on the company's data management practices and contribute to a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of experience in data governance, data management, compliance, or data privacy.
• Experience with GDPR, PIPL, CCPA/CPRA regulations.
• Proven track record of building data governance systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop global data governance and compliance strategy.
• Define key performance indicators for evaluating program effectiveness.
• Serve as subject matter expert on global data privacy laws.
• Establish data governance management systems.
• Develop data classification schemas and retention schedules.
• Implement policies and demonstrate compliance.
• Oversee data protection impact assessments.

Skills

Data management principles

Data governance

Compliance with data privacy laws

Data architecture

Leadership and communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Job description

Base Pay Range

$112,600.00/yr - $169,000.00/yr

About us: At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world. Driven by a passion for excellence, we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design, manufacture and service some of the world’s most transformative products, including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission critical aerospace systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. Visit Plexus.com to learn more about our unwavering commitment to our vision. With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, we invest in building a better world. Our values include Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success. As a team member, you will engage in impactful work through global collaboration, emerging technologies, and an inclusive culture, and be empowered to reach your full potential through development programs. Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members' wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work‑life balance and offer a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience.

Purpose Statement

The Data Governance & Compliance Manager will be responsible for developing the global strategy, framework, and policies for data governance, data classification, retention, and related metadata management. Additionally, this role is responsible for compliance with applicable international data privacy laws (e.g., GDPR, PIPL, CCPA/CPRA, etc.) across our operations. This individual must be a persuasive leader, with experience educating company leaders on data‑related risks and opportunities, building strong alliances to gain organizational buy‑in, and working as a hands‑on partner with functional leaders to integrate data governance seamlessly into our business operations.

Key Job Accountabilities

• Design, implement, and lead the enterprise‑wide data governance and compliance strategy, vision, and roadmap.
• Define key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the program’s effectiveness, maturity, and business value.
• Serve as the subject matter expert on global data privacy and protection laws (GDPR, PIPL, CCPA/CPRA, etc.) impacting our global operations.
• Establish an effective data governance system of management through which business functions embrace data governance responsibilities and integrate controls into their day‑to‑day operations.
• Develop a practical data classification schema, define and manage enterprise data retention schedules, and establish a unified enterprise data glossary and metadata catalog to create a common business vocabulary.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and controls to ensure and demonstrate compliance.
• Oversee data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) and manage the data incident response process in partnership with the Cybersecurity team.

Education, Experience and Qualifications

• Experience: 6‑10 years of experience in data governance, data management, compliance, or data privacy.
• Global Experience: Experience navigating and leading compliance with major international data privacy regulations, such as GDPR (for Scotland/Romania) and PIPL (for China), in addition to US privacy laws.
• Program Building: Proven track record of building and implementing a data governance system of management.
• Technical Acumen: Strong understanding of data management principles, data architecture, and data quality.
• Leadership: Strong influencing and communication skills. Ability to translate complex legal and technical concepts into clear business terms for executive audiences.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special requirements. If you need an application accommodation, please contact us by email at [e-mail]. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and/or background check.