**Unit Description** **Sodexo** is seeking an experienced **Director, Data Solutions - Governance** for the North American region to lead and manage our data governance initiatives. This role involves developing, implementing, and maintaining a comprehensive data governance strategy focused on Azure technologies to ensure the quality, integrity, and security of our data assets. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data management, excellent leadership skills, and a strategic mindset. This is **remote** role with the preferred candidate residing in the Eastern Time Zone **The successful candidate will:** + Develop and Implement Data Governance Strategy: Create and execute a comprehensive data governance strategy for the North American region that aligns with the company's business goals and objectives + Establish Data Policies and Standards: Define, document, and enforce data policies, standards, and procedures, with a focus on Azure technologies, to ensure the quality, integrity, and security of data assets + Data Quality Management: Oversee data quality initiatives to identify, assess, and resolve data quality issues, ensuring accurate and reliable data across the organization + Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure data governance practices comply with relevant North American regulations and standards, and manage data-related risks effectively + Data Stewardship: Promote data stewardship practices across the organization, encouraging data ownership and accountability at all levels + Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with regional leadership, global teams, and other regions to foster collaboration and ensure alignment on data governance initiatives + Customer Focus: Collaborate with key stakeholders, including customers, to understand their data needs and ensure data governance strategies enhance customer satisfaction and business outcomes + Leadership and Team Building: Lead and mentor a team of data governance professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement + Training and Awareness: Develop and deliver training programs to educate staff on data governance principles and best practices + Performance Metrics: Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the success of data governance initiatives **Is this the right Opportunity for you? We are looking for candidates that have/are:** + Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Management, Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field. MBA is a plus + Experience: + 8+ years of experience in data management, data governance, or related roles + Proven experience in developing and implementing data governance strategies + Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complex projects + Prior experience leading teams in data space, sales & marketing, and finance is a plus + Skills: + Strong knowledge of data governance frameworks and best practices + Excellent leadership and team management skills + Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills + Familiarity with Azure technologies and tools + Knowledge of relevant North American regulations and standards (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) + Knowledge and skills in SAFe, ITIL, PMP, and Six Sigma are a plus **Preferred Qualifications:** + Certification in Data Management or Data Governance (e.g., CDMP, DGSP) + Experience in Manufacturing, Finance, Healthcare, Food Services, Services Sodexo offers a full array of benefits including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K and access to ongoing training and development programs, tuition reimbursement, plus health and wellness programs. **Not the job for you?** At Sodexo, we have numerous IS&T positions that support this and other initiatives with similar goals. Continue your search for IS&T jobs (http://bit.ly/SdxITjobs) . **Working for Sodexo:** Sodexo fosters a culture committed to the growth of individuals through continuous learning, mentoring and career growth opportunities. Our IS&T team supports 13,000 locations across North America and collaborates with the entire Sodexo Group, spanning 72 countries. Sodexo empowers its employees who have developed a thorough understanding of the organization to create their own career path (http://www.sodexoitjobs.com/world-of-opportunities/career-growth) . \#LI-Remote **What We Offer** Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include: + Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs + 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions + Paid Time Off and Company Holidays + Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire. **Qualifications & Requirements** Basic Education Requirement: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience Basic Management Experience: 10 years Basic Functional Experience: 7-10 years Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer. **Location** _US-MD-Gaithersburg | US-NY-Cheektowaga | US-MA-Boston | US-GA-Atlanta | US-NC-Charlotte | US-PA-Philadelphia | US-PA-Pittsburgh_ **System ID** _975986_ **Category** _IS&T_ **Employment Status** _Full-Time_ **Posted Range** _$110700 to $167530_ **Company : Segment Desc** _CORPORATE STAFF_ _On-Site_