Manager, Data Governance

Gap Inc.
Pleasanton, CA, United States
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$146,500.0 - $190,500.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Artificial Intelligence Amazon Web Services Microsoft Azure Data Governance Data Integration Dataspaces Data Visualization Relational Databases Interoperability Python (Programming Language) Machine Learning Metadata
+15 more
Power BI Cloud Services SQL Databases Systems Integration Tableau (Software) Google Cloud Data Strategy Information Technology Data Lineage Collibra Data Analytics Enterprise Integration Data Management Interactive Whiteboards Servicenow

Job description

We are seeking a high-impact techno-functional Data Governance Manager to lead the charge and operationalize our DG-driven Enterprise strategy initiatives\xe2\x80\x94harmonizing technical ingenuity with retail business depth\xe2\x80\x94 to shape data standards, drive performance, and unlock value across the organization.This role blends deep, hands-on technical skills in AI/ML, Python, DQ and data visualization with a business-first mindset across the Merchandising Product Lifecycle, Financial Forecast Planning, Omnichannel Commerce and Enterprise Reporting that encompasses core critical data assets (CDEs) across business domains that span finance, product, customer, inventory, and supply chain business unit operations.You will serve as a strategic catalyst to unify data governance objectives with engineering solutions \xe2\x80\x94 building frameworks that scale, rules that matter, DQ governance dashboards that tell the story and shape our global retail decisions.You will blend technical mastery in AI/ML, Python, and data visualization with a strong understanding of business function operations along the end-to-end Product Lifecycle, Finance, and Omnichannel Reporting.You will ensure that our data quality standards not only meet rigorous technical benchmarks but are anchored in business relevance across Product Lifecycle, Finance, eCommerce, Store Operations, and Inventory Management. You will be instrumental in embedding DQ controls from data acquisition to consumption to deliver clear, actionable insights across business units promoting data accuracy, trust, reliability, and dq interoperability across the Enterprise.

What you’ll do

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Lead the design, integration and execution of our Data strategy rooted in Enterprise DG

principles and Data Management capabilities (e.g. dg policy, business/technical metadata CDEs,

data lineage, data integration &, interoperability).

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Partner with DG teams to translate business requirement rules into technical specifications for

solutioning AI-powered automation, validation, anomaly detection, continuous monitoring &

remediation integrating DQ with ServiceNow, Enterprise DQ dashboards and DG Catalog

Platform Tools.

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Architect and deploy AI/ML models to automate end-to-end DQ checks (e.g.,

technical/operational and business rules) across retail business domain functions: finance,

inventory, pricing, promotions, assortment, vendor transaction records working with best-in-

class DQ and DG Tooling

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Develop Python-based scripts and metadata enrichment pipelines integrated with governance

tooling (e.g., data catalog, DQ dashboards, quality scoring systems).

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Operationalize DQ rule sets tied to critical domains including Retail Product Lifecycle

Management, Financial Planning & Analysis, Customer Journeys, and Omnichannel Commerce.

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Deliver visually rich and actionable insights through Power BI/Tableau dashboards tailored to

executive, merchandising, and finance teams.

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Facilitate collaboration between DG stewards, domain SMEs, and technology teams to ensure

consistent interpretation and enforcement of DQ rules & policies.

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Monitor KPIs that measure DQ impact on business processes and forecast accuracy.

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You are a strategic thinker that see\xe2\x80\x99s the big picture across the data ecosystem \xe2\x80\x94from data

acquisition to transformation to consumption and how it powers business decisions

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You are an innovator with a strong drive to integrate governance with dq automation, and visual

storytelling to champion data trust

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You are engaged and eager to learn the business to help it run smarter ensuring data quality

fuels retail agility

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Excellent communication skills comfortable with defining, implementing & presenting DQ

initiatives to Leadership

Requirements

You have excellent analytical skills to identify data patterns, troubleshoot issues, and propose

effective solutions., Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s or Master\xe2\x80\x99s degree in Computer Science, Data Analytics, Business Intelligence, or

related field, 5+ years in Lead Data Quality roles, preferably within Retail, CPG, or B2C eCommerce, Expertise with best-in-class DG Tools (Atlan, Collibra, Monte Carlo, Informatica DQ

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Experience with Data Governance industry Platform Tools (Collibra, Atlan, Alation) & Data

Management Frameworks with ServiceNow DQ workflow integration

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Advanced proficiency in Python building scripts for dq automation integration, and metadata

enrichment

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Experience using AI/ML for retail intelligence, predictive modeling, and operational automation

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Mastery of data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, Miro) with a flair for insight storytelling

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Proficiency in SQL, relational databases, and cloud-native data warehouses (Azure, GCP, AWS)

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Strong understanding of Retail Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Finance Performance

Metrics (e.g., FP&A, Company Planning, GL), business and technical metadata (CDE)s for

implementing DQ Controls.

Benefits & conditions

At Gap Inc., we create culture as much as we create clothes. Our ambition is to become a high-performing house of iconic American brands that shape culture. \n \n’b’

Our portfolio\xe2\x80\x94Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic, and Athleta\xe2\x80\x94each brings a distinct point of view to how we show up in the world and serve our customers. \n \n’b’

Old Navy democratizes style with quality and value for all. Gap champions originality through essential pieces that celebrate individuality.\xc2\xa0Banana Republic is rooted in a spirit of discovery, creating modern pieces inspired by craftsmanship and travel.\xc2\xa0Athleta champions the Power of She through confidence, strength, and movement. \n \n’b’

We\xe2\x80\x99re driven by a shared purpose: to bridge gaps\xe2\x80\x94between people, perspectives, and possibilities\xe2\x80\x94to create a better world. \n \n’b’

We\xe2\x80\x99re building a team that performs at a high level\xe2\x80\x94people who think boldly, take ownership, and turn ideas into impact. If you\xe2\x80\x99re ready to learn fast and help shape what\xe2\x80\x99s next, you\xe2\x80\x99ll fit right in. \n’b”, * Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees. \t

  • One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry.* \t
  • Employees can take up to five \xe2\x80\x9con the clock\xe2\x80\x9d hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice.* \t
  • Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee\xe2\x80\x99s base pay.* \t
  • Employee stock purchase plan.* \t
  • Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.* \t
  • See more of the benefits we offer.

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*For eligible employees \n ‘

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