Our Toronto/Montreal based client is seeking an experienced Data Governance Coordinator contractor immediately for a 12 month contract. This will be a hybrid work setting, with occasional on-site work required.

• The Data Governance Coordinator supports the Data & Information Management team to ensure the Data Governance Framework is adhered to, providing data integrity and quality through audits and “health checks.”
• This role acts as a gatekeeper for all new and existing master data, implements and communicates Data Governance guidelines, and supports the team with day-to-day administrative data management.
• Experience with BI tools (PowerBI, Tableau, MicroStrategy, etc.) is a plus.
• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in the master data operations.
• Strong understanding of business processes related to merchandise systems and reporting.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• High attention to detail in data entry and analysis.
• Proactive and capable of anticipating team needs.
• Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize work.
• Effective communication and collaboration with key business stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated sense of urgency to respond to changing priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, IF statements).
• Collect, manage, and enter data to support the data management and governance strategy.
• Perform day-to-day administrative management of data.
• Create and maintain master data attributes across all segments of the buying office.
• Perform validation and corrections via audit reports to ensure standardization.
• Manage all existing and to-be sources of product data.
• Resolve data deficiencies, discrepancies, and inconsistencies.
• Act as a gatekeeper for all reference master data in the system of record(s).
• Ensure timely and compliant data maintenance in collaboration with cross-functional partners.
• Support onboarding and provide recommendations to data owners and stakeholders.
• Maintain data processing and governance across all segments of the buying office.
• Identify and recommend changes to improve process efficiencies.
• Document and communicate data integrity issues and best practices.
• Apply best business practices for mass data updates.
• Collaborate to develop and support policies/procedures on data governance.
• Respond to ad hoc requests for financial information.
• Comply with all Health & Safety policies and requirement.