Director of Data Management

Job Description:

About Packsize, 

Packsize is redefining the way businesses and their customers use and experience packaging around the world. We build the technology, design the right solutions, and automate the processes that propel the industry forward. To us, packaging is much more than a box—it’s delivering what’s right for our customers, their customers, our people, and the planet.

Job Title: Director of Data Management

About the Role:
We are seeking a Director of Data Management to lead our enterprise data strategy, governance, and operations. In this strategic leadership role, you will be responsible for establishing and executing a vision for data management that supports business growth, innovation, and regulatory compliance. You will oversee the development and implementation of data policies, standards, and best practices, while partnering with business and technology leaders to ensure data is accurate, accessible, and secure across the organization.

What You’ll do:

• Define and execute a comprehensive data management strategy aligned with organizational goals and objectives.

• Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of enterprise data governance, data quality, metadata management, and master data management (MDM) frameworks.

• Oversee the development and enforcement of data policies, standards, and procedures to ensure data integrity, consistency, privacy, and security.

• Collaborate with business units, IT, analytics, and compliance teams to identify data needs, resolve data issues, and enable data-driven decision-making.

• Manage the architecture and operations of data platforms, including data warehouses, data lakes, and integration pipelines.

• Direct the implementation of tools and technologies for data cataloging, lineage, profiling, and stewardship.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing data management team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.

• Drive data literacy initiatives across the organization, promoting best practices in data usage and stewardship.

• Monitor and ensure compliance with data-related regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, SOX).

• Provide regular updates to executive leadership on data management initiatives, progress, and key metrics.
   

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or a related field.

• 10+ years of experience in data management, data governance, or related fields, with at least 5 years in a leadership or management role.

• Proven expertise in data governance, data quality, MDM, and metadata management concepts and tools.

• Strong understanding of data architecture, data modeling, ETL, and modern data platforms (e.g., cloud data warehouses, data lakes).

• Experience with data privacy and security regulations and frameworks.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• Ability to translate business strategy and requirements into actionable data management initiatives.

• Experience working in cross-functional, enterprise environments; ability to influence and drive change at all levels of the organization.

• Professional certifications such as CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional) or DAMA certification are a plus.
   

Working Environment and Physical Demands:

• Hybrid or onsite work environment, depending on company policy.

• Occasional travel may be required for meetings and conferences.
   

What We Offer

Packsize considers several factors when determining compensation when extending a job offer, including but not limited to, the role being offered, the associated responsibilities, the candidate's prior work experience, education/training, and any special skills.

If this role excites you but you don’t meet each requirement listed, we encourage you to apply anyway. At Packsize, we welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences and understand that the best candidates may come from the most unlikely of places.

Packsize is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in its workforce. In compliance with applicable federal and state laws, Packsize policy of equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, veteran’s status, status as a qualified person with a disability, or genetic information. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities.