Head of Data Governance

Location: Dublin or Cork, Hybrid Working

Join Musgrave: Where Innovation Meets Heritage, and People Drive Change

Musgrave is one of Europe’s most successful family-owned businesses, with a rich 150-year legacy in food and brand innovation. We're proud to serve communities across Ireland and Spain, feeding one in three people every day through 19 iconic brands like SuperValu, Centra, Mace, Frank and Honest, and Musgrave MarketPlace. By supporting thousands of retail and foodservice family businesses, we make a positive impact on the communities they serve. We're committed to becoming the most trusted and sustainable business in Ireland, and we're looking for dynamic, forward-thinking individuals to join us on this journey.

As we continue our journey toward becoming Ireland’s most trusted and sustainable business, we have an exciting opportunity for a successful candidate to join our team as a Head of Data Governance.

As Head of Data Governance, you will lead and mature our enterprise‑wide data governance capability.  You will drive a step change in how Musgrave manages, governs, and activates its data, ensuring it is trusted, high‑quality, and ready for advanced analytics and AI.

You will develop and implement our Data Governance strategy, build a new team, and work closely with functions across Musgrave to embed strong data standards that support operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and future innovation.

What you’ll be doing:

• Develop and deliver Musgrave’s Enterprise Data Governance Strategy.
• Lead a step change in data governance maturity across the business.
• Build and lead the Data Governance team.
• Establish enterprise data standards, policies, and governance processes.
• Define and embed data ownership, stewardship, and accountability models.
• Drive improvements in data quality, master data, metadata, and data lineage.
• Ensure Musgrave’s data is suitable for AI/ML use cases and supports responsible, ethical AI adoption.
• Support compliance with GDPR and emerging AI regulations.
• Partner with Retail, Commercial, Finance, Supply Chain, and Technology teams to embed governance into everyday processes.
• Promote data literacy and champion a culture of trusted, well‑managed data across the organisation.
• Provide leadership, communication, and guidance on data governance best practice.

What we’re looking for:

• Significant leadership experience in Data Governance, Data Management, or Data Strategy.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver transformational change in data governance.
• Strong knowledge of data quality frameworks, metadata management, and stewardship models.
• Understanding AI/ML data requirements and responsible AI practices.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Experience in retail, FMCG, wholesale, or supply‑chain‑driven environments is desirable.
• Familiarity with modern data platforms and governance tools (e.g., Azure, Databricks, Purview, Collibra) is an advantage.
• Relevant certifications in Data Governance, Data Management, or AI ethics is desirable.

Why Musgrave?

• Career Development: With a commitment to your personal and professional growth, Musgrave offers numerous opportunities for advancement and learning.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a passionate team, where your contributions will make a significant impact
• Innovation Focus: Be part of a company that values forward-thinking solutions
• Community Focus: Be part of a company that truly values its communities and strives to make a positive impact.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now and be part of a forward-thinking company that values your expertise and vision.

Musgrave is an equal opportunities employer.  We encourage applications from diverse candidates. If we can make any accommodations to enable you to be the best version of yourself during the interview, please let us know.

Musgrave operate a Work Smart hybrid working model where you can alternate your time between connecting and collaborating in the business and working remotely.

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