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Sr Data Governance Analyst Job in Burlington, VT
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Full-time | Information Technology
About the job
The Senior Data Governance Analyst is a member of the Data & Analytics (D&A) team and is responsible for driving and maintaining global data definitions, data catalog, and visibility into data lineage and quality for all of CSC's consuming applications and user communities. The Senior Data Governance Analyst will possess strong communication skills and demonstrate an ability to work throughout the organization to advance CSC's vision for enterprise data and analytics. This person will be an essential resource in the Data Governance team providing tactical delivery of CSC's data governance framework, initiative and project support, and maturing Data Governance at CSC. They will partner closely with each line of business to align data around common standards in order to create clear, actionable practice for consumption, quality, and use.
OUTGROWN YOUR OWN BACKYARD? COME PLAY IN OURS.
At Columbia, were as passionate about the outdoors as you are. And while our gear is available worldwide, were proud to be based in the Pacific Northwest, where natural wonders are our playground.
Every product we make and every task we undertake is inspired by the famous words of our founder Gert Boyle: Its perfect. Now make it better. As pioneers of relentless improvement, we are constantly evolving.
We believe the outdoors is ours to protect and strive to keep our planet healthy. We believe in empowering people to experience the outdoors to the fullest.
And we believe in you.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Although we're an apparel and footwear focused company, technology is central to everything we do. Columbia Digital Technology teams enable an IT infrastructure across four global brands, a global supply chain, and 500+ geographically dispersed stores. These teams support in-store, mobile, and data platforms to enhance customer interface and service in an ever-evolving industry.
The Senior Data Governance Analyst is a member of the Data & Analytics (D&A) team and is responsible for driving and maintaining global data definitions, data catalog, and visibility into data lineage and quality for all of CSC's consuming applications and user communities. The Senior Data Governance Analyst will possess strong communication skills and demonstrate an ability to work throughout the organization to advance CSC's vision for enterprise data and analytics. This person will be an essential resource in the Data Governance team providing tactical delivery of CSC's data governance framework, initiative and project support, and maturing Data Governance at CSC. They will partner closely with each line of business to align data around common standards in order to create clear, actionable practice for consumption, quality, and use.
HOW YOULL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Supports and drives maturity and execution of data governance strategy and framework
Facilitate creation of enterprise data governance policies, processes, standards, and roles across all data systems and projects
Execute key data governance processes including, defining and aligning business terms and KPIs, critical data asset identification, data cataloging, metadata management, and data quality metrics
Create and maintain visible scorecards, dashboards, and metrics to align direction and progress toward data consistency and reliable, known sources of truth
Provide transparency to user communities regarding data issues, questions, concerns, and remediation status. Intake and complete data access and review processes. Recommend changes and improvements to streamline efforts
Facilitate and collaborate in the documentation of data lineage, alignment of enterprise data naming and definition, and guides in data classification
Own Data Governance for assigned strategic projects and key initiatives. Collaborate with business to achieve project goals and timelines; evangelize data governance with business and technical partners
Maintain and update CSC data catalog making information available in a centralized, searchable, enterprise-wide data, and metadata inventory for global employees
YOU ARE
A strong communicator that can demonstrate an ability to work with all ranges of an organization to advance Columbias vision for enterprise data and analytics
Able to work and collaborate with cross functional teams, including IT, and manage partner expectations
Able to evaluate processes and drive improvement
Able to influence without direct authority
Able to evaluate processes and drive improvement
Able to foster new ideas and concepts and make decisions surrounding complex issues
YOU HAVE
Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience
5-8 years of professional experience and strong competency with the various tools, systems, or procedures required to accomplish the job
Experience defining and implementing Data Governance models based on industry best-practices preferred
Broad knowledge and expertise in all phases of data lifecycle
Strong project and time management skills
Functional understanding of data architecture concepts
Project Management and group facilitation
Intermediate understanding of privacy laws and regulations
Exposure to wholesale and/or retail solutions preferred
Experience with Data Catalogs, business glossaries, data governance, and metadata management preferred
Experience defining and implementing Data Governance models based on industry best-practices
#LI-JC1
Columbia Sportswear Company and our portfolio of brands, including Columbia, SOREL, Mountain Hardwear and prAna, know a thing or two about adventures. After all, we've been on one since 1938, working to perfect the art of enjoying the outdoors. Behind everything we make is an employee who's found that the greatest adventure starts with joining a company that strives to do the right thing.
This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company.
At Columbia Sportswear Company (CSC), we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. CSC believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
OUTGROWN YOUR OWN BACKYARD? COME PLAY IN OURS.
At Columbia, were as passionate about the outdoors as you are. And while our gear is available worldwide, were proud to be based in the Pacific Northwest, where natural wonders are our playground.
Every product we make and every task we undertake is inspired by the famous words of our founder Gert Boyle: Its perfect. Now make it better. As pioneers of relentless improvement, we are constantly evolving.
We believe the outdoors is ours to protect and strive to keep our planet healthy. We believe in empowering people to experience the outdoors to the fullest.
And we believe in you.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Although we're an apparel and footwear focused company, technology is central to everything we do. Columbia Digital Technology teams enable an IT infrastructure across four global brands, a global supply chain, and 500+ geographically dispersed stores. These teams support in-store, mobile, and data platforms to enhance customer interface and service in an ever-evolving industry.
The Senior Data Governance Analyst is a member of the Data & Analytics (D&A) team and is responsible for driving and maintaining global data definitions, data catalog, and visibility into data lineage and quality for all of CSC's consuming applications and user communities. The Senior Data Governance Analyst will possess strong communication skills and demonstrate an ability to work throughout the organization to advance CSC's vision for enterprise data and analytics. This person will be an essential resource in the Data Governance team providing tactical delivery of CSC's data governance framework, initiative and project support, and maturing Data Governance at CSC. They will partner closely with each line of business to align data around common standards in order to create clear, actionable practice for consumption, quality, and use.
HOW YOULL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Supports and drives maturity and execution of data governance strategy and framework
Facilitate creation of enterprise data governance policies, processes, standards, and roles across all data systems and projects
Execute key data governance processes including, defining and aligning business terms and KPIs, critical data asset identification, data cataloging, metadata management, and data quality metrics
Create and maintain visible scorecards, dashboards, and metrics to align direction and progress toward data consistency and reliable, known sources of truth
Provide transparency to user communities regarding data issues, questions, concerns, and remediation status. Intake and complete data access and review processes. Recommend changes and improvements to streamline efforts
Facilitate and collaborate in the documentation of data lineage, alignment of enterprise data naming and definition, and guides in data classification
Own Data Governance for assigned strategic projects and key initiatives. Collaborate with business to achieve project goals and timelines; evangelize data governance with business and technical partners
Maintain and update CSC data catalog making information available in a centralized, searchable, enterprise-wide data, and metadata inventory for global employees
YOU ARE
A strong communicator that can demonstrate an ability to work with all ranges of an organization to advance Columbias vision for enterprise data and analytics
Able to work and collaborate with cross functional teams, including IT, and manage partner expectations
Able to evaluate processes and drive improvement
Able to influence without direct authority
Able to evaluate processes and drive improvement
Able to foster new ideas and concepts and make decisions surrounding complex issues
YOU HAVE
Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience
5-8 years of professional experience and strong competency with the various tools, systems, or procedures required to accomplish the job
Experience defining and implementing Data Governance models based on industry best-practices preferred
Broad knowledge and expertise in all phases of data lifecycle
Strong project and time management skills
Functional understanding of data architecture concepts
Project Management and group facilitation
Intermediate understanding of privacy laws and regulations
Exposure to wholesale and/or retail solutions preferred
Experience with Data Catalogs, business glossaries, data governance, and metadata management preferred
Experience defining and implementing Data Governance models based on industry best-practices
#LI-JC1
Columbia Sportswear Company and our portfolio of brands, including Columbia, SOREL, Mountain Hardwear and prAna, know a thing or two about adventures. After all, we've been on one since 1938, working to perfect the art of enjoying the outdoors. Behind everything we make is an employee who's found that the greatest adventure starts with joining a company that strives to do the right thing.
This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company.
At Columbia Sportswear Company (CSC), we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. CSC believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.