Manager-Data Governance

SSA Marine•Seattle, WA

19h

About The Position

Carrix operates a global network of terminal and maritime facilities, generating critical operational and financial data across multiple countries and systems. As part of our multi-year data transformation journey, we are advancing enterprise Master Data Management, data quality, regulatory alignment, and AI-enabled capabilities to strengthen data-driven decision making across the organization. The Manager of Data Governance plays a foundational leadership role in this transformation. Reporting to the Director of Data & Analytics, this individual will lead the execution and maturation of Carrix’s enterprise Data Governance program, overseeing governance practices across core systems including ERP, HRIS, CRM, and the enterprise data platform. This role will help transition Carrix from fragmented, site-level data practices to a standardized, enterprise-wide governance model. By strengthening data ownership, quality, compliance, and AI readiness, the Manager will ensure our data is trusted, secure, and positioned to power operational excellence and future innovation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
Minimum 5 years of experience in data governance or enterprise data management
Demonstrated experience with master data management (MDM) and enterprise data standardization
Experience designing, implementing, and managing data quality frameworks, including monitoring, reporting, and issue resolution
Experience with data lineage, metadata management, and data cataloging
Experience enabling AI and advanced analytics initiatives through structured, governed data environments, with an understanding of AI governance, data ethics, and responsible AI principles
Strong knowledge of data governance frameworks and best practices (e.g., DAMA-DMBOK, COBIT), including regulatory and compliance considerations related to data management
Proven leadership experience, including leading, mentoring, and developing data professionals, with a track record of building and growing teams
Ability to translate governance concepts into scalable, operational enterprise processes
Strong communication and executive presence, with the ability to influence and engage technical teams, operational leaders, and senior executives across business and IT
Experience working with enterprise systems such as ERP, HRIS, CRM, and cloud data platforms
Familiarity with data governance and MDM tools (e.g., Informatica, Collibra, Alation, Microsoft Purview, or similar)
Experience operating in multi-regional or cross-border regulatory environments
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize competing initiatives in evolving and transformational environments
High level of accountability, integrity, and professional maturity
ITIL certification required (or within 90 days of employment)

Responsibilities

Lead and mature the enterprise Data Governance framework aligned to business and technology strategy
Oversee governance processes supporting Master Data Management (MDM) across ERP, HRIS, CRM, and data warehouse systems
Standardize master data domains (e.g., customers, vessels, equipment) to support a single version of truth across all facilities
Establish and monitor enterprise data quality standards, KPIs, and remediation workflows.
Implement automated and AI-driven data quality monitoring to proactively detect and resolve anomalies
Lead data lineage, metadata management, and cataloging efforts to improve transparency, traceability, and trust
Enable AI readiness by ensuring data is structured, labeled, and governed to support analytics and machine learning initiatives
Establish governance guardrails for generative AI, including ethical guidelines, security controls, and responsible use of LLM technologies
Align governance practices with regional and cross-border regulatory requirements across North and South America
Coach and develop a high-performing team of Data Governance Analysts while serving as a trusted advisor to business and IT leaders
Other duties as assigned