ADP · 18 hours ago
Principal Data Governance/Analyst
ADP is a comprehensive global provider of cloud-based human capital management solutions, and they are seeking a Principal Data Governance/Analyst. In this role, you will lead the support and maintenance of robust data practices for the Sales and Marketing teams, ensuring reliable and consistent data to support strategic initiatives.
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary data representative working with VP and DVP-level executives across Sales and Marketing organizations to understand their strategic objectives and data needs
Proactively identify and document data-related pain points affecting business operations, working closely with leadership teams to prioritize and address critical issues
Create and maintain comprehensive data roadmaps that align with business objectives, including timelines, resource requirements, and success metrics
Establish and manage structured intake processes for data requests and initiatives, ensuring proper prioritization and resource allocation
Work with stakeholders to identify and build documentation on critical data elements for sales and marketing, ensuring they are well understood across the organization
Develop and maintain data lineage documentation for key sales and marketing datasets to ensure transparency and traceability of data across systems
Work closely with marketing, sales operations, sales governance, data engineering, enterprise governance, analytics teams, and our Data Management Tech Lead to ensure alignment on data governance practices and strategic initiatives
Develop compelling business cases for data initiatives, including ROI analysis and impact assessments to secure executive buy-in and funding
Apply product management principles to data initiatives, including feature prioritization, user story development, and agile delivery methodologies
Leverage SQL and data platform expertise to diagnose complex data issues and work with technical teams to implement solutions
Translate complex data concepts into business language for executive audiences and drive awareness of data governance initiatives across the organization
Act as a data steward for sales & marketing, work with relevant stakeholders to identify and develop corrective action plans and preventive measures to maintain data quality
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent
Proven experience working directly with VP/DVP-level executives and senior leadership teams
Strong product management or business analysis background with demonstrated ability to manage complex roadmaps
Experience identifying business pain points and translating them into actionable data strategies
Expertise in stakeholder management and intake process development
Strong proficiency in SQL with demonstrated ability to diagnose complex data issues
Experience with Databricks or similar big data platforms (Snowflake, BigQuery, etc.)
Salesforce knowledge and CRM platform experience
Proven track record of implementing and supporting data quality frameworks
Business Analysis skills and ability to understand complex systems and data flows
Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, especially in marketing and sales domains
Excellent communication and presentation skills with ability to convey complex concepts to C-level executives
Experience with data lineage, metadata management, and data stewardship practices
Strong problem-solving skills with expertise in resolving both business process and technical data issues
Preferred
Product management certification (e.g., Certified Scrum Product Owner, Product Management certifications)
Experience managing data product portfolios or data-as-a-product initiatives
The ideal candidate has hands-on experience across multiple pillars of data management and ideally has worked with sales and marketing data
Data visualization and data analysis
Familiarity with data management tools (e.g., Collibra, Alation)
Certifications in data governance, data management, or project management (e.g., DAMA, PMP, Agile certifications)
Benefits
ADP's Philanthropic Foundation
Company
ADP
ADP provides business outsourcing solutions that facilitate businesses in HR, payroll, and administration processes.
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