Manager, Data Governance

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Manager, Data Governance, Brampton, ON

As a key member of the Data Governance team at Loblaw Companies Ltd, the Manager, Data Governance is responsible for supporting data governance and data advisory activities for Loblaw Companies Ltd. In this role, you will provide data advisory and governance expertise to projects as well as day-to-day operations ensuring that data is treated as a corporate asset. The Manager will work with business partners, data stewards as well as technology teams to ensure a high level of data quality with the objective of improving operations and mitigating risk. This role will also enable the cataloging of metadata and ensure proper data access controls are in place including retention and archiving activities.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead the development and maturation of internal, business units, and Enterprise Data Governance metrics & KPI reporting. Partner with business to report progress and trends through dedicated sessions and working groups
• Manage Data Governance operational queues and intakes, maintaining SLAs
• Automate data quality management with technology and embed data quality controls in key processes. Provide guidance on critical data quality issues and identify root cause and remediation plan
• Implement data governance tools to enhance metadata and data quality capabilities. Develop data policies, definitions, classifications, and rules with partners to meet metadata needs
• Work with partners to address data access risk and ensure proper controls for critical data elements
• Apply and promote data governance standard methodologies for Loblaw Companies Ltd projects and processes. Educate partners on the data governance model to improve data management. Evolve the function based on a defined roadmap
• Lead a team of hard-working individuals, foster career growth and skill development
• Support the cultural shift towards data as a strategic asset and competitive differentiator. Demonstrate Loblaw CORE values to deliver results

What You Bring:

• Progressive experience in data management, data governance, process improvement, or analytics working with multi-functional / matrix project teams;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Superb communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to foster and develop relationships across the organization;
• A great teammate who is also able to work independently in a fast-paced environment;
• Ability to work in an agile environment which requires prioritization of individual duties to align with department priorities.
• Experience with productivity tools such as Office365, MS Teams, Confluence, JIRA, and Slack;
• Proficient in SQL and Python, an experienced user.
• Experience with data governance tools such as Informatica Data Quality, Axon, and EDC;
• Post-Secondary education in Business, Information Technology Management, Engineering, Science, or Computer Science.

What Loblaw Offers You

We offer flexibility and balance, and an environment that sets you up for success no matter where your workspace is located.

Here, you will find a great team to help you achieve your goals as you help us achieve ours! Work in our fast-paced, exciting Technology environment, helping our stores, colleagues, and customers every day.

Loblaw colleagues also enjoy:

• Work Perks Program
• On-site GoodLife Fitness, Basketball & Volleyball courts, Ice Rink, Groceries delivered to work via PC Express, Dry-Cleaning services (1PCC Office)
• Tuition Reimbursement & Online Learning
• Pension & Benefits
• Paid Vacation

If you’re up to the challenge, then we would love to hear from you. Apply today, and get the process started.

Loblaw recognizes Canada's diversity as a source of national pride and strength. We have made it a priority to reflect our nation’s evolving diversity in the products we sell, the people we hire, and the culture we create in our organization. At Loblaw, we celebrate diversity and strive to build a culture of inclusion where differences are embraced, valued, and supported. We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer and encourage people from all backgrounds and identities to apply to our jobs. Accommodation in the recruitment, assessment, and hiring process is available upon request for applicants with disabilities.

We thank all candidates for their interest but please note, those candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the position will be contacted.

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If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.

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Please Note:
Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.