Data Governance Manager

AFL Telecommunications • Duncan, SC

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About The Position

An AFL Data Governance Manager plays a critical role in advancing data excellence within a defined business domain by ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and reliability of enterprise master data. This role leads and manages a small team of data custodians focused on product and manufacturing data domains, including product attributes & hierarchies, bills of material (BOM), planning parameters, and key transaction dates/status.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, data management, supply chain, business, or a related field.
• MBA or Master’s degree in related field preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in data analysis and master data management, preferably in a supply chain or manufacturing environment preferred or strong Internship or Co-op experience required.
• Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and align work to the business’ needs.
• Familiarity with executive reporting processes and stakeholder management.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with SQL or reporting tools (PowerBI).
• Familiarity with data governance frameworks (g.DAMA-DMBOK).
• Strong understanding of S&OP/IBP, ERP, and MDM systems.
• Experience transforming data analysis into actionable plans and developing presentations to communicate findings and results.
• Strong acumen with data analysis and visualization tools (Excel, Power BI, Tableau).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a small team of data custodians focused on product and manufacturing data domains, including product attributes & hierarchies, bills of material (BOM), planning parameters, and key transaction dates/status.
• Develop and enforce quality standards, processes, and controls for IBP data domains.
• Partner with Data Stewards to ensure accurate data entry and with Data Owners to maintain accountability for data cleanliness.
• Monitor data quality metrics and drive root-cause analysis for recurring data issues.
• Coordinate data cleanup efforts and ensure ongoing compliance with governance policies.
• Provide training and guidance to functional teams (data stewards and data owners) on data management best practices.
• Serve as the escalation point for data-related issues impacting operational or planning processes.
• Work with Data Owners to understand business requirements and translate them into data standards.
• Partner with IT and analytics teams to ensure data is properly integrated and used.

Benefits

• A hybrid in office schedule for qualifying employees.
• Flexible time off policy.
• 401K Company match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar).
• Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement programs.
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy options.
• Opportunities for career advancement with an industry leading company!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree