Data Governance & Process Excellence Lead

Job Title: Data Governance & Process Excellence Lead

Location: Matawan, NJ 07747

Duration - 03 to 06 Months

US citizens and Green Card Holders and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor H1b candidates at this time


Job Description

Position Summary

• We are looking for a strategic Data Governance and Process Excellence Lead to assess, document, and modernize our organization's data ecosystem.
• This is a high impact role responsible for ensuring that our data, from supplier inputs to retail outputs, is accurate, secure, and actionable.
• You will lead a five-phase transformation project: discovering existing data landscapes, mapping complex workflows, and designing a future state governance framework that supports our growth as a leading retail cooperative.

Key Responsibilities

• Discovery and Inventory: Lead stakeholder interviews across departments to identify data origins, owners, and pain points. Create a comprehensive inventory of all critical data assets.
• Process Mapping: Develop detailed visual blueprints of data flows across various enterprise systems, identifying where data is created, modified, and stored.
• Quality Assessment: Evaluate current data inputs for accuracy, completeness, and timeliness. Identify risks, redundancies, and inefficiencies in the current data lifecycle.
• Strategy and Design: Architect a future state governance model, including data policies, standards, and accountability structures for data stewardship.
• Roadmap Execution: Define Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to monitor data health and produce a prioritized implementation roadmap for long term data excellence.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Expertise in Data Frameworks: Deep understanding of data governance principles and data quality control mechanisms.
• Process Engineering: Proficiency in process mapping tools like Lucidchart or Visio and the ability to translate complex workflows into clear diagrams.
• Analytical Mindset: Ability to perform root cause analysis on data discrepancies and provide structural solutions rather than temporary fixes.
• Stakeholder Management: Exceptional communication skills with the ability to interview both technical engineers and non technical business leads.
• Education and Experience: 5 or more years in Data Governance, Data Architecture, or Business Process Management. Experience in retail, supply chain, or cooperatives is a significant plus.

Deliverables

• Data Asset Inventory: A centralized registry of all organizational data.
• End to End Process Maps: Documentation of data movement through the enterprise.
• Governance Framework: A playbook defining data ownership and standards.
• Monitoring Dashboard: A KPI framework to track data quality in real time.
• Implementation Roadmap: A phased plan for technology and policy rollouts.

A reasonable, good faith estimate of the minimum and maximum hourly wage for this position is $45/Hr. to $50/hr.


Benefits of our contractor

At Harvey Nash, we know that great technology professionals deserve great support. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you thrive-professionally and personally. From company-contributed medical, dental, and vision plans to a 401(k), we invest in your health and future. You'll also enjoy perks like referral bonuses, commuter savings, a mobile payroll app for easy access to your pay and benefits, and a variety of voluntary insurance options to fit your lifestyle. Join a global IT leader that values your expertise, rewards your contributions, and supports your well-being every step of the way.

* The pay range listed above reflects the expected starting salary /Pay rate for this role. This range may be adjusted based on market conditions, location, and other relevant factors. The Company will determine the final starting salary/Pay rate in consultation with the selected candidate(s), in full compliance with applicable laws