Intel
Director of Data Governance and Operations
1900 Prairie City Road, Folsom, CA
Full-time · $172k–$338k (as posted)
First seen by offpeak October 4, 2026
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Job Description:
Overview
We are seeking an exceptional Director of Data Governance with a strong focus on accelerating business transformation through data management and operations excellence. The Director will play a pivotal role in ensuring that business requirements are thoroughly understood and effectively translated into IT solutions, with a keen vision for business process management and transformation. Expertise in industry standards and a deep understanding of master data for ERP and supply chain are critical for success in this role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead business transformation initiatives by leveraging data as a strategic asset.
- Define and execute the data governance strategy to ensure data quality and governance.
- Drive innovation in data operations to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Act as the bridge between business stakeholders and IT teams to ensure business requirements are clearly understood and translated into IT solutions.
- Stay current with industry standards and best practices related to data management, ERP, and supply chain.
- Apply expertise in master data management for ERP systems and supply chain processes to improve data quality and operational efficiency.
- Collaborate closely with senior leadership to align data initiatives with overall business objectives.
- Provide visionary leadership to the data governance team, fostering collaboration across IT, business analysts, and executives.
- Manage the budget for data governance and invest in the professional growth of the data operations team.
- Ensure the highest levels of data security and privacy are maintained.
- Provide regular reports to senior management on data governance, performance, and progress of business transformation initiatives.
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Information Management, or Business), Master's degree preferred.
- Extensive experience in data operations and data management with a minimum of 10 years in a leadership role.
Preferred Experience and Skills
- Prior experience in Data Transformation.
- Exceptional understanding of data governance principles and best practices.
- Proven expertise in data quality tools and methodologies.
- Deep knowledge of data management software and tools (e.g., data warehouses, ETL tools, data modeling tools).
- Ability to develop, define, and execute operational processes
- Advanced understanding of data security and privacy best practices.
Job Type:
Experienced HireShift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)Primary Location:
US, California, FolsomAdditional Locations:
US, Arizona, Phoenix, US, Oregon, HillsboroBusiness group:
The Corporate Planning Group (CPG) is the strategic heartbeat of Intel, acting as catalyst for innovation and transformation, guiding the company towards achieving its vision and maintaining a competitive edge in the marketplace. CPG exists to build a comprehensive operating plan that leverages internal and external manufacturing for Intel's growth. We emphasize data-driven innovation and results, ensuring we meet customer demands and financial targets. Join CPG to be part of a forward-looking group that is not just planning for tomorrow, but redefining it.Posting Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.Position of Trust
This role is a Position of Trust. Should you accept this position, you must consent to and pass an extended Background Investigation, which includes (subject to country law), extended education, SEC sanctions, and additional criminal and civil checks. For internals, this investigation may or may not be completed prior to starting the position. For additional questions, please contact your Recruiter.Benefits
We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.
Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $172,410.00-338,110.00 USD
The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Work Model for this Role
This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.*
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