Data Governance & Stewardship Manager - Research Triangle Park, NC

We are looking for a Data Governance & Stewardship Manager to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Research Triangle Park, NC.

Come create chemistry with us!

BASF’s Agricultural Solutions division connects innovation, customers, partners and agricultural experts and integrates sustainability criteria into all business decisions. We help farmers deliver the best possible outcomes, working to achieve the balance between economic, environmental and social value creation for sustainable and efficient agriculture.

The Data Governance & Stewardship Manager for the North American region is responsible for assessing the current data landscape, representing regional data needs, and ensuring the execution of the organization’s data strategy in alignment with BASF Agricultural Solutions business objectives. This role leads the onboarding and coordination of regional Data Product Owners, drives process improvement and data quality initiatives, ensures compliance in data use, and acts as a bridge between regional and global data priorities. The position is critical for enabling reliable, compliant, and business-aligned data-driven North American Agricultural Solutions organization. This position is key to establish the data foundation needed for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence initiatives.

As a Data Governance & Stewardship Manager - Research Triangle Park, NC, you create chemistry by...

• Assessing the current data situation in APN and represent regional data needs to global stakeholders.
• Providing data governance support and execute the data strategy in the APN region.
• Onboarding and coordinating Data Product Owners in collaboration with the Data Strategy Team.
• Aligning and prioritizing regional data needs with global data domain owners.
• Leading data projects and steering Data Product Owner community.
• Ensuring compliant data use and adherence to regulatory and organizational standards.
• Prioritizing and coordinating the creation of regional and local data products outside the scope of Digital Business Platforms.
• Adapting and executing the organization’s data strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

If you...

• Have a Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Business Administration, Computer Science, IT, or a related field (e.g., Business Informatics). Master's degree (Preferred).
• Have a minimum of 8 years of experience in data management, data strategy, data stewardship, data architecture, data governance or in a similar role.
• Are experienced in implementing data governance frameworks and supporting data strategy execution at a regional or global level.
• Have experience in Agriculture (Optional)
• Have a deep understanding of data management, governance, data quality, data protection, and compliance principles.
• Are familiar with onboarding and supporting Data Product Owners.
• Have strong project management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Are knowledgeable of emerging technologies and new trends in data management.
• Have excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Possess the ability to collaborate effectively across business and technical functions, including working with cross-functional and multicultural teams.

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF . We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

About us

As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!

At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.

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