Data Governance Lead

Woodward L'Orange•Fort Collins, CO

21h

About The Position

The Data Governance Lead is responsible for supporting the execution of the enterprise data governance framework, ensuring high standards of data quality, consistency, and compliance across all data domains. This role reports directly to the Director of Data Governance and works closely with Master Data Management, BI teams, and business stakeholders. Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members, acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. The company aims to attract the best talent and is dedicated to designing and delivering energy control solutions for a clean future.

Requirements

Strong understanding of data governance principles, frameworks, and operating models
Experience with data quality management and issue remediation processes
Ability to collaborate across business, IT, and analytics teams
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Analytical mindset with attention to detail and problem-solving ability
Familiarity with enterprise data domains (finance, supply chain, customer data)
Bachelor’s degree in Data Management, Information Systems, Business, Finance, or related field
5+ years of experience in data governance, data management, or master data environments

Nice To Haves

Experience working in ERP environments (preferred SAP S/4HANA exposure is a plus)
Experience working in cross-functional enterprise data programs
Prior involvement in data quality, metadata, or master data initiatives strongly preferred
Experience in large ERP environments (e.g., SAP, Oracle) beneficial; SAP S/4HANA experience preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Implement and operationalize enterprise data governance policies, standards, and procedures
Partner with Data Owners, MDM, and business teams to ensure consistent data definitions and usage across domains
Monitor and improve data quality, identifying issues and driving resolution across systems and sites
Support governance of master data domains including Business Partner, Material, and Finance data
Oversee data issue management, escalation processes, and remediation tracking
Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and regulatory standards
Support data governance forums, including preparation of metrics, KPIs, and status reporting
Promote data stewardship practices and drive adoption of governance standards across the organization
Own and maintain the Business Glossary, ensuring alignment of terms, definitions, and metadata across teams and systems
Lead data governance councils for data domains, driving collaboration, decision-making, and accountability for data-related initiatives

Benefits

All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity
401(k) match (4.5%)
Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
12 paid holidays, including floating holidays
Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave
Paid parental leave
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits
Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
Member referral bonus
Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts
Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave