(USA) Senior Manager, Data Stewardship
About The Position
Walmart is seeking a Senior Manager, Data Stewardship to lead data governance and quality initiatives that ensure data integrity and usability across business domains. This role involves managing metadata and master data processes, and collaborating with stakeholders to align data practices with organizational goals. The position requires expertise in data quality frameworks, regulatory compliance, and enterprise data architecture. The successful candidate will drive continuous improvement in data management, support business decision-making, and foster effective data stewardship practices throughout the company. The Business Analysis and Insights team transforms complex data into actionable strategies that enhance operational and financial performance. Collaborating across functions, the team identifies opportunities, improves processes, and supports long-term growth through data-driven decision-making. By partnering with stakeholders, it develops scalable solutions and advances reporting capabilities. Focused on continuous improvement, the team drives initiatives aligned with organizational goals, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness. Members deliver insights that influence strategic planning and operational excellence, fostering a results-oriented environment that supports sustainable business success.
Requirements
- Extensive experience in data governance, data quality management, and data stewardship within complex enterprise environments.
- Proven ability to develop and implement data quality frameworks, metrics, and operational procedures.
- Strong knowledge of data architecture, integration, metadata management, and master data management principles.
- Expertise in translating business requirements into data strategies and actionable solutions.
- Demonstrated leadership in guiding teams, mentoring associates, and driving cross-functional collaboration.
- Familiarity with regulatory and ethical policies related to data privacy, security, and retention.
- Excellent project management skills with a focus on continuous improvement and business impact.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Mathematics, Finance, Computer Science, Data Architecture, or related field and 5 years' experience in data stewardship, data management, database administration, data analytics, or related field.
- 7 years’ experience in data stewardship, data management, database administration, data analytics, or related field.
- Master's degree in Business, Mathematics, Finance, Computer Science, Data Architecture, or related field and 3 years' experience in in data stewardship, data management, database administration, data analytics, or related field.
- 1 year’s supervisory experience.
Nice To Haves
- Data Management certification (for example, Certified Data Management Professional)
- Driving taxonomy development and application particularly with large and complex sets of information
- Industry experience (for example, retail, supply chain, eCommerce, healthcare)
- Master's degree in Mathematics, Finance, Computer Science, Data Architecture
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement enterprise data governance strategies, ensuring alignment with regulatory and ethical standards.
- Lead data quality initiatives by defining metrics, monitoring performance, and driving continuous improvement across business domains.
- Oversee master data and metadata management, establishing standards and managing integration to support business needs.
- Translate complex business requirements into data-driven solutions, collaborating with stakeholders to optimize data utilization.
- Guide and mentor associates, fostering a high-performing team environment focused on accountability and development.
- Evaluate and enhance data stewardship practices to ensure data accessibility, security, and compliance.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Vision coverage
- Dental coverage
- 401(k)
- Stock purchase
- Company-paid life insurance
- PTO (including sick leave)
- Parental leave
- Family care leave
- Bereavement
- Jury duty
- Voting
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Company discounts
- Military Leave Pay
- Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
- Live Better U (Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
