Sr. Manager, Data Governance

Requirements:

• Degree or equivalent experience, typically with 9+ years of relevant professional experience and 1+ years of supervisory or management experience
• Experience implementing or operating data governance, data management, or data enablement programs in a complex organization
• Knowledge of data governance practices, including data quality, metadata management, data lineage, data cataloging, and data stewardship
• Experience leading people, teams, or cross-functional initiatives, including influencing without direct authority
• Experience working with business and technology stakeholders to turn data governance policies and standards into operational processes
• Strong communication and change-management skills, including building understanding and adoption of new capabilities
• Experience identifying, assessing, and coordinating the resolution of data quality or data management issues
• Ability to analyze complex issues, set priorities, and coordinate team activities to deliver practical solutions
• Familiarity with data governance frameworks and industry practices such as DAMA-DMBOK is preferred
• Experience with enterprise data catalogs such as Alation, Collibra, or IBM InfoSphere is preferred; comparable platforms are relevant
• Familiarity with master data management concepts, frameworks, or technologies, including IBM or Informatica platforms, is preferred
• Ability to read or interpret SQL and investigate data, metadata, or catalog information when hands-on support is needed is preferred
• Experience with healthcare, pharmaceutical, or similarly regulated data is preferred
• Experience establishing a team, service, or operating model in a developing or greenfield environment is preferred

Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop domain data analysts and data stewards who implement day-to-day data governance and data quality controls
• Implement and maintain CoverMyMeds data enablement framework, including policies, standards, and procedures for data management, quality, lineage, metadata, and responsible data use
• Put data governance capabilities into operation across data quality, business and technical metadata, lineage, cataloging, and data product controls
• Partner with domain data officers, data owners, enterprise architecture, IT security, legal, compliance, and technology teams to establish accountability and integrate governance into business operations
• Align analysts and stewards with business domains so they can build subject-matter expertise and serve as first points of contact for data-related issues
• Guide the identification, assessment, prioritization, and remediation of data quality issues with data owners and technology teams
• Define and monitor data enablement metrics and key performance indicators to assess program effectiveness and identify improvements
• Encourage adoption by communicating the value of data governance services, building cross-functional support, and helping teams succeed in a developing operating model
• Promote compliance with applicable data privacy requirements and our internal security policies, including considerations related to GDPR, CCPA, and HIPAA
• Coach and support team members through clear goals, ongoing feedback, collaborative problem-solving, and service-oriented leadership

Technologies:

• IBM
• Informatica
• Support
• SQL
• Security

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We are McKesson, an impact-driven Fortune 10 company working across healthcare to make quality care more accessible and affordable. At CoverMyMeds, we are seeking a Senior Manager, Data Governance to help advance a developing data governance function. We foster a culture that supports growth, new ideas, and meaningful impact as we work to shape the future of health. We offer a competitive total rewards package, with base pay for this position ranging from $122,300 to $203,800; compensation may also include an annual bonus or long-term incentives and is determined by factors such as experience, skills, performance, equity, and geographic market. We are an equal opportunity employer and provide reasonable accommodations during the job search and application process.

last updated 43 week of 2026