Global Director Enterprise Data and AI Governance and Quality

1 month ago

Slough, United Kingdom Mars Full time
JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Description:

At Mars Snacking, we are on an ambitious journey to rewire and almost double the size of our business by 2030. We see digital and data as an increasing multiplier of value across not just Mars Wrigley, but also the Health and Wellness and Retail global business units of Mars Snacking.

With this in mind, we recently established the Chief Data Office (CDO) Organization to define and execute the end-to-end enterprise data strategy inclusive of data and platform governance associated with AI for the company. In collaboration with our various Global Process Experience Owners (GXOs), Regional Champions and CIOs, Functional Business and Digital Technology Leaders, and Global Business Services teams, we will establish robust data quality practices, effective operating models, evolve data in conjunction with AI literacy, and implement durable technology capabilities to govern our data as an asset from end to end. The CDO organization will serve as an accelerator to our Mars Snacking’s next generation of data-led AI journey. 

The global director of enterprise data & AI governance and quality is part of the leadership team of the Chief Data Office Organization within Mars Snacking. In this pivotal role, the global director will be responsible for establishing and maintaining robust data governance practices, ensuring data quality, compliance, and alignment with business objectives. The role requires a combination of resilient leadership, knowledge of functional business data domains, expertise in data governance, and a commitment to driving continuous improvement in data quality and stewardship.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or business analytics or related major with equivalent business experience. MBA/Master's degree preferred. Proven 15+ years of experience in large-scale program management with a focus in data management and business transformation.

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong functional knowledge of internal and external data assets including those that support technology platforms such as ERP as well as those that support business processes in Supply chain, Demand, Manufacturing, Finance, and R&D Operations. Experience with various data governance, catalog and quality tools such as Collibra, Informatica, SAP, BigID, and/or Microsoft Purview Leadership experience establishing data-fluent organization through data governance capabilities. Data transformation experience within the Consumer Products & Goods industry is preferred but not required. Experience in designing and delivering effective data governance and quality training and change management programs. Experience building Power BI, Tableau, or similar for executive dashboards and reports. Expertise leading agile product management and working with scrum teams. Experience engaging with technical and non-technical audiences to understand their priorities and related data skill needs. Experience working with all levels of employees from entry-level to senior leadership. Experience working at Big 4 consulting firms is a plus.

What will be your key responsibilities?

Value Delivery Leadership: Activate the Enterprise Data Strategy. Collaborate with the business and digital technology stakeholders and align on data KPIs, new ways of working, and administration of data policy for adherence and implementation across Mars Snacking enterprise. Enterprise Data Quality Capability: Launch and drive data quality factory-as-a-service capability to certify data and analytics assets across the data systems landscape of Mars Snacking. This includes all data source systems, subscribing systems, analytical apps, AI models, cloud, and on-prem technology ecosystems. Enterprise Data Search Capability: Introduce enterprise data search capability to bring to life “trusted and timely data at fingertips” for all associates and consumers of Mars Snacking data. Enable democratization of data with the one-stop-shop marketplace for enterprise data, analytics, and AI assets and maintain a durable data catalog with a business glossary and technical data dictionary. External Data Acquisition Governance: Partner with the DDaaS, HI, and other relevant teams and manage governance & quality assurance of externally acquired data, including sourcing, risk, licensing, privacy & legal aspects. Data Access Controls Governance: In partnership with the CISO, CPO, and General Counsel, assess and orchestrate data privacy, security, and access controls to ensure every associate has ‘right access to the right data at the right time’ Records Retention/Information Governance: In partnership with the Privacy Office and General Counsel/Legal assess the baseline, design, and execute a plan for effective data retention and records information governance. People Management: Lead, recruit, and retain a team of data practitioners reporting directly as well as dotted line from other groups. This includes mentoring, coaching, and guiding a durable data culture at Mars Snacking as well as cross-segment across Mars Inc.

What can you expect from Mars?

Work with over 140,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles. Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today. Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University. An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

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Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

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