Director of Data Governance, Supply Chain Services

KLA; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

KLA seeks a Director of Data Governance in Milpitas, California to lead data governance strategy for a leading semiconductor capital equipment company. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of experience in data management, including a senior governance role.

This key position requires strong expertise in regulated environments and the ability to influence stakeholders amid change. A Bachelor's or Master's degree is required, and skills in data analytics and governance frameworks are essential.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in data management, governance, or analytics.
• At least 5 years in a senior governance leadership role.
• Experience in regulated equipment business environments.
• Strong understanding of data governance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a scalable enterprise data governance framework.
• Enable trusted, interoperable data for compliance and operational excellence.
• Influence senior stakeholders and lead through ambiguity.

Skills

Data management

Data governance

Analytics

Change management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Level Degree

Master’s Level Degree

Tools

ERP systems

CRM platforms

Analytics platforms

Job description

Director of Data Governance

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice‑controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem‑solvers work together with the world’s leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

We are seeking a leader who’s lived inside a regulated equipment business and knows how to structure the Design Basis Information (DBI) required to support key regulated data elements, from the applicable regulatory requirements down to the standard supply chain operating practices around the globe. Design Basis Information is inclusive of the governing codes and regulations, the foundational business and compliance decisions, data element attributes and the associated design specifications.

The Director of Data Governance will design and implement a scalable enterprise framework to derive and govern the design basis for the regulated data elements supporting KLA’s supply chain and trade operations. Foundationally the framework design must enable enterprise standardization, facilitate cross‑functional alignment, provide governance & controls, support a repeatable DBI methodology and be adoption‑ready. This leader will work closely with the supply chain operations and compliance teams to enable trusted, interoperable data that supports compliance, operational excellence, analytics, AI, and digital transformation.

Key Responsibilities

• Enterprise Data Governance Strategy & Framework
• Operating Model & Organizational Enablement
• Cross‑Domain Data Alignment
• Data Quality, Metadata & Standards
• Policy, Risk & Compliance
• Technology Enablement (Tool‑Agnostic)
• Change Management & Culture

Qualifications & Experience

Required

12+ years of experience in data management, data governance, analytics, or related disciplines, with at least 5 years in a senior governance leadership role.

Direct experience operating within a mature, regulated equipment business environment.

Demonstrated success building or transforming a governance capability in a complex, federated organization.

Strong understanding of data governance frameworks and practical, real‑world regulated market applications.

Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead through ambiguity and change.

Preferred

Experience in advanced equipment manufacturing, or industrial technology environments and/or experience in a regulated operating environment (aviation, power generation, medical devices, etc.)

Familiarity with ERP, PLM, MES, CRM, and analytics platforms common in manufacturing ecosystems.

Experience supporting analytics, AI/ML, or digital transformation initiatives through strong data foundations.

Prior ownership of DBI, data quality, metadata management, or master/reference data programs.

Skills & Attributes

Strategic thinker with a pragmatic, execution‑oriented mindset.

Strong business acumen and ability to translate technical governance concepts into operational value.

Excellent communication and facilitation skills across technical and non‑technical audiences.

Collaborative leader who can work effectively across supply chain, trade, operations, IT, and corporate functions.

Comfortable building from first principles while leveraging best practices.

Why This Role

This role offers a rare opportunity to shape the enterprise data foundation of a leading semiconductor capital equipment company at a pivotal stage of its digital and AI journey. The Director of Data Governance will have executive visibility, broad scope, and the mandate to build governance that enables not hinders innovation, speed, and scale.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Level Degree with a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience OR
• Master’s Level Degree with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience