Manager-Data Governance - Seattle, WA

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$140,000 - 160,000 per year

This is a Hybrid role and consists of a combination of WFH In Person work

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.

• 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

• 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)

Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes

Work environment:

• Required job duties are normally performed in a climate-controlled office environment.
• Exposure to computer screens.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

We are Equal Opportunity Employer

Eligible employees (and their families) may qualify for medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as having basic life and accidental death insurance, paid disability insurance, including paid parental leave if eligible, and an Employee Assistance Program. Employees will receive paid sick and vacation time, and company holidays if eligible. The company also offers paid bereavement leave, and paid jury duty. Eligible employees can enroll in our company's 401k plan, as well as a retirement plan. Employees will be eligible for discretionary and/or metric-based bonuses dependent on their position.