Data & Analytics Governance Lead (Maternity Cover)

Seniority Level: Associate #Ownership Brewing the world's most loved beers and building brands consumers love, AB InBev is where ownership, ambition, and action thrive. Our portfolio of iconic brands includes global classics like Stella Artois and Corona, and well-known favorites such as Samson, Leffe, and Hoegaarden. We empower you to dream big, lead change, and create a long-lasting legacy. We value relentless problem-solvers who take accountability, embrace challenges, and turn bold goals into results through resilience and hard work. That's Who We Are: Come and OWN IT. What's in it for you: Benefits for you and your family to help your physical and mental health Competitive parental leave and pension contributions (2,5%) 25 days holidays per year Employee benefits to help your physical and mental health and overall wellbeing (Accident, Health and Luggage insurance, discounted services like HP Market, Multisport Card, GS Pharmaceuticals, etc.) A beer allowance to enjoy our brands Meal vouchers Global Bonus 26 weeks paid leave for mothers As a Data & Analytics Governance Lead, you will drive the execution of key data governance initiatives and lead cross-functional programs that strengthen data quality, governance standards, and operational readiness across Zone Europe. Success in this role requires strong program management capabilities, the ability to drive execution in complex environments, and a hands-on approach to delivering measurable governance outcomes. This role is highly focused on project delivery, stakeholder coordination, and execution excellence. You will lead the implementation of governance frameworks, define and track governance KPIs, and ensure consistent adoption of data quality standards across business and functional teams. A critical priority for this role will be preparing the organization for a successful SAP S/4HANA migration. From day one, you will lead the definition and rollout of master data governance processes, ownership models, controls, and performance metrics required to support the transformation program. You will work closely with business, data, and technology teams to drive alignment, manage execution milestones, mitigate risks, and ensure readiness across impacted functions. **This position is a maternity cover role that could last for up to three years, depending on the duration of the maternity leave. If the employee returns earlier than three years, the contract will end sooner** What will you be doing: Lead and execute data governance programs across Zone Europe, ensuring alignment, delivery, and adoption across commercial and non-commercial functions. Drive the implementation of scalable data governance processes, standards, and operating routines through strong project management and cross-functional coordination. Lead workshops and stakeholder engagements to define governance requirements, align business priorities, and implement operational governance frameworks. Build and coordinate a strong network of data stewards and data owners to drive accountability, governance adoption, and best practice execution. Define and implement data quality frameworks, KPIs, controls, and reporting mechanisms to improve data reliability, transparency, and compliance across key initiatives. Oversee master data governance, metadata management, and data lineage initiatives, ensuring effective governance structures and process consistency. Lead change management, communication, and training initiatives to drive awareness, user adoption, and sustainable governance practices across the organization. Drive SAP S/4HANA readiness by coordinating SAP MDG, master data requirements, data migration activities, and process harmonization to support a successful European deployment. What you will bring: 4+ years of experience leading or supporting data governance, data management, or related transformation initiatives in complex business environments. Strong project and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to drive execution, manage priorities, and coordinate cross-functional teams in Agile and/or Waterfall environments. Proven ability to lead workshops, align stakeholders, and translate business requirements into actionable governance processes and operational improvements. Solid understanding of core data management disciplines, including Data Ownership, Data Quality, Master Data Management (MDM), Metadata Management, and Data Cataloguing. Strong knowledge of data privacy, security, and regulatory compliance requirements, including experience embedding governance controls into business and data initiatives. Excellent analytical, communication, and influencing skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders and drive adoption through change management initiatives. Experience working with project management and collaboration tools such as Azure DevOps, Jira, or ClickUp; familiarity with SAP MDG, SAP S/4HANA, and data analysis tools (e.g., SQL, Python) is a strong plus. Fluent in English; additional European languages such as French, German, Dutch, Spanish, or Portuguese are considered an asset. Build your career with us We recruit for mindset, ambition, cultural fit, and growth opportunities. UNIQUE CULTURE We are proud to be part of something bigger than ourselves and are passionate about building upon our company's long legacy. We believe in collaboration and candor, which results in a dynamic culture with open communication. BRANDS EVERYONE LOVES We are part of the collective, global history of beer. We are the proud makers of more than 500 iconic brands, from beloved international classics to local favorites. GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES Our people grow at the pace of their talent. We empower our people to learn, expand their perspectives, and unlock career growth. In an environment where commitment to excellence pays off, our people are able to deepen their impact and create a long-lasting legacy. #LI-ABI ZoneEUR Culture is at center of everything we do. We recruit for mindset, ambition, and cultural fit. We are the world's biggest brewer! Headquartered in Leuven, Belgium, we have opportunities across Europe in Belgium, the Netherlands, France, Luxembourg, Germany, Italy, the Czech Republic, the UK, Ireland, and Spain. We are proud to have a team of 155,000 colleagues representing 135 nationalities and to operate 28 breweries across Europe. Today, working with brands like Stella Artois, Corona, and Bud, we brew the world's most-loved beers, build iconic brands, and create meaningful experiences.