Senior Manager, EDT Enterprise Governance (Remote)
Stryker
Summary
As a Sr. Manager, EDT Enterprise Governance, you will lead the U.S. execution of the Enterprise Data Governance operating model, translating enterprise data policy, decision rights, ownership and stewardship, data quality governance, and governance rhythms into consistent practices across U.S. businesses and functions. Accountable for driving adoption, compliance, and execution of enterprise standards, strengthening the U.S. Data Steward and Business Data Partner network, and escalating risks, exceptions, and decisions through the appropriate enterprise governance forums.
Job description
Candidates located in the Eastern or Central time zones are preferred to accommodate business needs.
What You Will Do
- Onboard assigned domains: confirm Domain Owners and Data Owners, establish steward coverage, and close ownership gaps
- Facilitate bi-weekly Domain Working Groups to co-design CDEs, definitions, quality rules, and golden-record rules for Owner approval
- Translate enterprise policy and the four-tier classification standard into domain-level application; prepare decisions and exception requests for the Data Governance Board
- Drive adoption through training, communications, community of practice, and quarterly value-based business reviews rather than status reviews
- Route requests and issues using the shared classification rubric, so every item reaches an accountable owner
- Support day-one M&A data governance for US acquisitions
What You Need
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Data Management, Business, or a related field
- Minimum of 10 years in data governance, data management, or a business-facing data role
- Demonstrated experience facilitating cross-functional working groups and driving adoption without direct authority
- Working knowledge of data ownership, stewardship, classification, and data quality practice
- Strong written and verbal communication with senior business stakeholders
Preferred
- Master’s degree
- Commercial, finance, or supply chain experience in a global manufacturer or medical device company
- Familiarity with Informatica CDGC or a comparable catalog and glossary platform
- Change management certification
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Data Management, Business, or a related field
- Minimum of 10 years in data governance, data management, or a business-facing data role
- Demonstrated experience facilitating cross-functional working groups and driving adoption without direct authority
- Working knowledge of data ownership, stewardship, classification, and data quality practice
- Strong written and verbal communication with senior business stakeholders
- Master’s degree
- Commercial, finance, or supply chain experience in a global manufacturer or medical device company
- Familiarity with Informatica CDGC or a comparable catalog and glossary platform
- Change management certification
Company overview
Stryker is a global leader in medical technology, founded in 1941 by Dr. Homer Stryker and headquartered in Kalamazoo, Michigan. As one of the world's premier medical device companies, Stryker operates across three major business segments: Medical and Surgical Equipment, Orthopaedics and Spine, and Neurotechnology. The company impacts more than 150 million patients annually through its innovative products and services sold in over 75 countries worldwide. With approximately 53,000 employees globally and annual sales of $22.6 billion in 2024, Stryker maintains a strong commitment to research and development, investing $1.5 billion in R&D annually. The company's diverse portfolio includes surgical instruments, orthopedic implants, neurovascular devices, endoscopic systems, and advanced digital healthcare solutions. Stryker is recognized for its Mako robotic-assisted surgery systems and has been consistently ranked as one of Fortune's World's Best Workplaces for eight consecutive years, demonstrating its commitment to corporate culture and employee development.