Product Data Governance Lead

Rockwell Automation

. Lead enterprise product data governance strategy, standards, ownership models, and performance management .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 CA$99,280 - CA$124,100 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading enterprise product data governance strategies, establishing accountability models, and driving organizational change initiatives. Proficient in applying Lean methodologies and continuous improvement practices to enhance business processes and data quality.

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Enterprise Product Data GovernancePLM ExperienceLean MethodologiesOrganizational Change ManagementCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Data GovernanceRoot Cause AnalysisContinuous ImprovementBusiness TransformationPerformance ManagementKPI DevelopmentBOM ManagementEngineering ChangeDigital Thread TransformationProcess Excellence

Soft Skills

Influencing LeadersFacilitating AlignmentDriving Change

Tools & Technologies

WindchillSAPERPMBOM

Industry Keywords

Product Lifecycle ManagementSupply ChainOperationsConsultingTransformation Roles

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead enterprise product data governance strategy, standards, ownership models, and performance management
Drive organizational change initiatives that improve adoption, accountability, and business process maturity
Partner with Global Process Owners and business leaders to establish sustainable governance, accountability, and business ownership models
Align stakeholders across Engineering, Product Management, Supply Chain, Operations, IT, and Data Management to drive enterprise decisions and business outcomes
Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement efforts that reduce recurring defects, rework, and business risk
Establish data quality KPIs, dashboards, governance routines, and executive reporting
Support strategic initiatives including Windchill adoption, MBOM expansion, ERP readiness, and Digital Thread transformation
Report to the PLM Manager
Work in a hybrid setting from a Rockwell Automation office location

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field
Legal authorization to work in the US is required
Employer will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening
Typically requires 8+ years of experience in Engineering, Product Development, Operations, Supply Chain, Process Excellence, PLM, ERP, data governance, consulting, or related transformation roles
Experience leading complex projects, programs, transformation initiatives, or continuous improvement efforts in product development or a related business environment
Experience leading enterprise governance, organizational change management, business transformation, or process excellence initiatives
Experience with PLM, Windchill, SAP, ERP, MBOM, product lifecycle management, BOM management, engineering change, or product master data
Experience applying Lean methodologies, root cause analysis, standard work, and continuous improvement to improve quality, adoption, and business performance
Demonstrated success influencing leaders, facilitating cross-functional alignment, and driving sustainable organizational change
Experience building governance models, operating mechanisms, metrics, dashboards, training approaches, or adoption plans
Experience working with geographically dispersed teams across cultures to achieve shared business outcomes
Enterprise mindset with the ability to anticipate downstream impacts, manage risk, and shape future PLM, MBOM, ERP, and Digital Thread capabilities
Occasional travel up to 10% of time

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Insurance including Medical and Dental
Health Care Spending Account (HCSA – dependent on the plan chosen)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Retirement plans
Paid Time off
Volunteering Time off
Employer Savings Plan Matching (includes RRSP, TFSA, and EPSP)
Employer Paid DC Pension
Maternity and Parental Leave Top-Up
Fitness Reimbursement Program
Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that works with your personal life
Annual target bonus of 8% of base salary