Head Of Data Governance M/F

Why Join Us?La siguiente información ofrece un resumen de las habilidades, cualidades y cualificaciones necesarias para este puesto.Alliance Automotive Group (AAG) is a leading automotive parts distributor serving independent aftermarket clients across Europe, with operations in 9 countries including France, the UK, Ireland, Germany, Spain, Portugal, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Poland.As part of Genuine Parts Company, a global leader in automotive and industrial parts distribution, you will join a dynamic, international organization committed to growth, innovation, and operational excellence.Role PurposeThe Head of Data Governance defines, leads, and implements the enterprise-wide data governance strategy to ensure data quality, compliance, security, accessibility, and business value creation across the organization.Within a pan-European retail/distribution environment, this role drives the standardization of data governance practices across countries, business units, and functions.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategy & GovernanceDefine and maintain the enterprise data governance strategyEstablish data governance frameworks, policies, standards, and RACI modelsLead data governance councils and steering committeesData Quality & ManagementDefine enterprise data quality standards and KPIsOversee data quality remediation and continuous improvement initiativesLead master data management governance practicesData Ownership & Operating ModelDefine and operationalize Data Owner, Data Steward, and Data Custodian rolesDrive adoption of governance operating model across business domainsEnsure accountability for data ownership within business functionsCompliance, Risk & SecurityEnsure compliance with relevant regulations (GDPR, AI Act, etc.)Partner with Security, Privacy, and Risk teamsOversee data classification and protection standardsMetadata & Data CatalogImplement and manage data catalog, lineage, and metadata frameworksEnsure critical data assets are documented and traceableTransformation & Change ManagementFoster data culture and governance awareness across the enterpriseDeliver training and enablement programsLead organizational change related to data governance adoptionCandidate ProfileExperience10+ years in data management / governance / strategyStrong experience in retail / FMCG / distribution / supply chainExperience in international / multi-country xbhjioe environmentsTechnical SkillsDeep knowledge of data governance frameworks (DAMA-DMBOK, DCAM)Expertise in MDM, Data Quality, Metadata ManagementHands-on experience with Collibra, Alation, Informatica, Ataccama, PurviewSolid understanding of modern data architectures / cloud data platformsSoft SkillsStrong cross-functional leadership and executive influenceExcellent structuring and prioritization abilitiesStrong communication and change management skillsBusiness-oriented and pragmatic mindsetTypical KPIs% of data domains under formal governanceCritical data quality scoresData catalog coverage/completeness% of appointed/active Data Owners and StewardsReduction in data incidents/compliance issues

10+ years in data management / governance / strategy Strong experience in retail / FMCG / distribution / supply chain Experience in international / multi-country xbhjioe environments Technical Skills Deep knowledge of data governance frameworks (DAMA-DMBOK, DCAM) Expertise in MDM, Data Quality, Metadata Management Hands-on experience with Collibra, Alation, Informatica, Ataccama, Purview Solid understanding of modern data architectures / cloud data platforms Soft Skills Strong cross-functional leadership and executive influence Excellent structuring and prioritization abilities Strong communication and change management skills Business-oriented and pragmatic mindset Typical KPIs % of data domains under formal governance Critical data quality scores Data catalog coverage/completeness % of appointed/active Data Owners and Stewards Reduction in data incidents/compliance issues

Alliance Automotive Group (AAG) is a leading automotive parts distributor serving independent aftermarket clients across Europe, with operations in 9 countries including France, the UK, Ireland, Germany, Spain, Portugal, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Poland. As part of Genuine Parts Company, a global leader in automotive and industrial parts distribution, you will join a dynamic, international organization committed to growth, innovation, and operational excellence.