Manager, Data Governance

The Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

DP World seeks a Manager, Data Governance to define and implement governance initiatives focused on AI, ML, and advanced analytics. This role ensures data is trusted, compliant, and AI-ready across the organization within the United States.

You will collaborate with Legal, Risk, Compliance, and Cybersecurity to embed governance into model development lifecycles. The ideal candidate has strong governance foundations, experience supporting AI use cases, and a track record of managing data

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field.
• 7+ years in data governance, data management, or enterprise data strategy.
• Experience supporting AI/ML, advanced analytics, or digital transformation initiatives.
• Strong understanding of data lifecycle management, metadata, lineage, and quality frameworks.
• Knowledge of data privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA, etc.).
• Experience implementing governance tools (e.g., Collibra, Alation, Informatica, Purview, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Define AI-ready data governance strategy and ensure alignment with advanced analytics initiatives.
• Apply responsible AI guidelines focusing on data quality, transparency, and risk awareness.
• Define data ownership and stewardship roles across business domains within the region.
• Ensure privacy, security, and compliance in AI datasets and data handling processes.
• Drive change management, training, and tooling to foster data literacy and AI accountability.

Skills

Data governance

AI/ML data lineage

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Data Management/Information Systems/CS

Tools

Collibra/Alation/Purview

Job description

We are the leading provider of worldwide smart end-to-end supply chain & logistics, enabling the flow of trade across the globe. Our comprehensive range of products and services covers every link of the integrated supply chain – from maritime and inland terminals to marine services and industrial parks as well as technology-driven customer solutions.

We are seeking a strategic and execution-oriented Manager, Data Governance to support the definition and implementation of data governance initiatives with a strong focus on enabling AI, machine learning, and advanced analytics capabilities. This role will ensure that data is trusted, compliant, well-managed, and AI-ready across the organization.

The ideal candidate combines strong governance foundations with practical experience supporting AI use cases, responsible AI frameworks, and data lifecycle management in complex environments.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

AI-READY DATA GOVERNANCE STRATEGY

• Support the definition and implementation of data governance framework aligned to AI and advanced analytics initiatives

• Help standards for high-quality, well-documented, ethically sourced data suitable for AI model training and deployment

• Partner with AI/ML teams to ensure governance requirements are embedded into model development lifecycles

RESPONSIBLE AI & RISK OVERSIGHT

• Assist in applying responsible AI guidelines, including practices related to data quality, transparency, and risk awareness

• Collaborate with Legal, Risk, Compliance, and Cybersecurity teams to ensure adherence to regulatory and ethical standards

DATA STEWARDSHIP & OWNERSHIP

• Support the definition of clear data ownership and stewardship roles across business domains within the region

• Help enable domain teams to manage their data as strategic AI assets

• Contribute to regional governance councils and working groups to help define governance rules and practices across the business

PRIVACY, SECURITY & COMPLIANCE

• Help ensure AI datasets comply with data privacy regulations and internal security standards

• Support oversight of sensitive data handling, anonymization, and usage monitoring

• Support data retention and lifecycle management policies

CHANGE MANAGEMENT & ENABLEMENT

• Drive adoption of governance practices through training, communication, and tooling

• Promote a culture of data literacy and AI accountability

• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on AI data risks and opportunities

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Management, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field

• 7+ years of experience in data governance, data management, or enterprise data strategy

• Experience supporting AI/ML, advanced analytics, or digital transformation initiatives

• Strong understanding of data lifecycle management, metadata, lineage, and quality frameworks

• Knowledge of data privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA, etc.)

• Experience implementing governance tools (e.g., Collibra, Alation, Informatica, Purview, etc.)

PREFERRED

• Experience with AI governance frameworks or model risk management

• Familiarity with MLOps, model monitoring, and AI audit requirements

• Understanding of structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data ecosystems

• Certifications such as CDMP, DCAM, DAMA, or AI governance credentials

Please note: This position does not offer sponsorship for employment visas. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in The United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

ABOUT DP WORLD

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.

With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 115,000 employees from 160 nationalities, spanning 78 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.

We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.
What's more, we’re reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimizing disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.

DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures – not just in what we do but also in how we behave.

We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity, drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies. Free minds and different perspectives are changing our world, and together we can change what’s possible.

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW

TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE.

DP World iscommitted to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or belief.

By submitting your resume and application information, you authorize DP World to transmit and store your information in the world-wide recruitment database, and to circulate that information as necessary for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications for this or other job vacancies.

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