< Back to search

Mars UK • Slough, Berkshire, United Kingdom

Enterprise Data Quality & Governance Senior Lead

< Back to search

top 3 scores:
94%

Location flexibility

91%

Hours flexibility

90%

Autonomy

Apply now

Job Description

Job Description:

Drive implementation of Enterprise Data Quality Capability (people, process, culture, tools) and specific initiatives under the umbrella of the Data Quality Surge program. Launch and drive the data quality factory-as-a-service capability to certify data and analytics assets across the data systems landscape of Mars Snacking. This scope includes all data source systems, subscribing systems, analytical apps, AI models, and cloud and on-premises technology ecosystems. Support the implementation and embedment of Data Quality tools.

What are we looking for?

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or business analytics or related major with equivalent business experience. MBA/Master’s degree preferred.

  • Significant prior experience in large-scale program management with a focus on data management and data transformation.

  • Practical experience with Data Quality program execution for product, vendor and (or) customer data domains.

  • Significant experience in the field

  • Strong functional knowledge of internal and external data assets created in technology platforms such as ERP, Supply Chain Management, Demand Planning, Manufacturing, Finance and R&D operations.

  • Experience driving scrum teams.

  • Prior experience with engaging both technical and business audiences on various levels of seniority.

  • Practical experience with implementation of the DQ tooling, such as Collibra, Informatica, Syniti, Infosteward, MS Purview and/or others.

What will be your key responsibilities?

  • Own initiatives and programs targeted at data quality improvement within the DQ surge program remit

  • Run data quality factory (data profiling, monitoring, DQ rules definition and cleansing activities)

  • Define backlog of data quality issues in line with the ‘Capture, Curate, Consume’ framework

  • Embed the DQ tool into the processes and activities under his/her remit

  • Deploy policies, standards, and best practices for effective data quality management across data assets.

  • Evaluate and recommend technologies that align with the organization's data quality objectives.

  • Oversee and/or drive the implementation of data quality initiatives. Report on the status.

  • Drive regular assessments of data assets to identify data quality issues

  • Contribute to the definition of data governance policies.

  • Contribute strongly to forming of data champions organization in Mars Snacking.

  • Support the landing of the data stewardship operating model into the mega process or a function

What can you expect from Mars?

  • Work with over 140,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.

  • Join a purpose-driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.

  • Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.

  • An industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

#LI-RM2
#LI-Hybrid

#TBDDT

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

Job Description:

Drive implementation of Enterprise Data Quality Capability (people, process, culture, tools) and specific initiatives under the umbrella of the Data Quality Surge program. Launch and drive the data quality factory-as-a-service capability to certify data and analytics assets across the data systems landscape of Mars Snacking. This scope includes all data source systems, subscribing systems, analytical apps, AI models, and cloud and on-premises technology ecosystems. Support the implementation and embedment of Data Quality tools.

What are we looking for?

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or business analytics or related major with equivalent business experience. MBA/Master’s degree preferred.

  • Significant prior experience in large-scale program management with a focus on data management and data transformation.

  • Practical experience with Data Quality program execution for product, vendor and (or) customer data domains.

  • Significant experience in the field

  • Strong functional knowledge of internal and external data assets created in technology platforms such as ERP, Supply Chain Management, Demand Planning, Manufacturing, Finance and R&D operations.

  • Experience driving scrum teams.

  • Prior experience with engaging both technical and business audiences on various levels of seniority.

  • Practical experience with implementation of the DQ tooling, such as Collibra, Informatica, Syniti, Infosteward, MS Purview and/or others.

What will be your key responsibilities?

  • Own initiatives and programs targeted at data quality improvement within the DQ surge program remit

  • Run data quality factory (data profiling, monitoring, DQ rules definition and cleansing activities)

  • Define backlog of data quality issues in line with the ‘Capture, Curate, Consume’ framework

  • Embed the DQ tool into the processes and activities under his/her remit

  • Deploy policies, standards, and best practices for effective data quality management across data assets.

  • Evaluate and recommend technologies that align with the organization's data quality objectives.

  • Oversee and/or drive the implementation of data quality initiatives. Report on the status.

  • Drive regular assessments of data assets to identify data quality issues

  • Contribute to the definition of data governance policies.

  • Contribute strongly to forming of data champions organization in Mars Snacking.

  • Support the landing of the data stewardship operating model into the mega process or a function

What can you expect from Mars?

  • Work with over 140,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.

  • Join a purpose-driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.

  • Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.

  • An industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

#LI-RM2
#LI-Hybrid

#TBDDT

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

Company benefits

Open to part-time employees
Open to job sharing
Open to compressed hours
Sabbaticals
Enhanced maternity leave – 26 weeks at 90% pay
Enhanced paternity leave – 26 weeks at 90% pay
24 days annual leave + bank holidays
“Pawternity” leave
Pregnancy loss leave
Bank holiday swaps
Shared parental leave
Adoption leave
Family health insurance
Pregnancy support
Neo-natal leave
Faith rooms
Meditation space
Dog friendly office
Dog friendly co-working space
Flexible working week
Annual bonus
Employee discounts
Cinema discounts
Referral bonus
Joining bonus
Cycle to work scheme
Electric Car Salary Sacrifice
Enhanced pension match/contribution
Theme park discounts
Lunch and learns
In house training
LinkedIn learning license
Studying sabbaticals
Open to part time work for some roles

We asked employees of Mars UK what it's like to work there, and this is what they told us.

Location flexibility
94%
Employees are very happy with their working location freedom
Hours flexibility
91%
Employees are very happy with the flexibility in the hours they work
Benefits
84%
Employees are very happy with the benefits their company offers
Work-life balance
80%
Employees feel that they can switch off quite easily from work
Role modelling
81%
Employees feel that flexible working is part of the culture
Autonomy
90%
Employees feel they have complete autonomy over getting their work done

Additional employee ratings
(these do not contribute to the FlexScore®)

Diversity
75%
Employees feel that the diversity is good and there are continued efforts to improve it
Inclusion
78%
Employees feel that the culture supports equity and inclusivity well
Culture
86%
Employees feel like it is a really great environment to work in
Mission
84%
Employees feel very excited about and aligned with the company mission
Salary
70%
Employees feel that their salary is good and matches the value they bring

Working at Mars UK

Company employees

4,000 In the UK

Gender diversity (male:female)

57:43

Currently Hiring Countries

Brazil

France

Ireland

Poland

Spain

United Kingdom

United States

Office Locations

Awards & Achievements

1st – Large companies

1st – Large companies

Flexa100 2024
Consumer Goods

Consumer Goods

Industry awards 2023
3rd – Large companies

3rd – Large companies

Flexa100 2023
Retail & Ecommerce

Retail & Ecommerce

Industry awards 2022