Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Job Family Group

Information Technology

Job Profile

IT Governance Manager

Management Level

Manager - Non People Leader

Flexible Work Option

Hybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week

Travel %

Work Shift

Day

Compensation

Compensation includes a base salary of $111,500.00 - $185,900.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.

Job Description

The Data Governance Manager – Domain Partnerships serves as a strategic liaison between the enterprise data governance program and assigned data domain owners across Cox Automotive. This role focuses on enabling domain owners to successfully execute their governance responsibilities through guidance, education, prioritization support, and deep business analysis. The Manager acts as a trusted advisor and objective compliance partner, helping domain owners navigate governance requirements, make informed decisions, and achieve compliance goals. They translate enterprise governance policies into actionable domain-specific guidance while advocating for domain needs within the broader governance program.

Responsibilities:

Serve as primary point of contact and trusted advisor for assigned data domain owners
Educate domain owners on their roles, responsibilities, and governance expectations
Develop and deliver tailored training materials, templates, and resources to support domain ownership activities
Provide ongoing consultation on governance processes, policy interpretation, and compliance requirements
Partner with domain owners to assess governance maturity and identify improvement opportunities
Help prioritize governance initiatives based on risk, regulatory requirements, and business value
Track progress against commitments and help domain owners maintain momentum
Conduct deep analysis of domain data assets, usage patterns, dependencies, and business value
Provide insights that help domain owners make informed decisions about data management
Evaluate domain data assets against governance policies, standards, and regulatory requirements
Translate enterprise governance policies into practical, domain-specific guidance
Advocate for domain owner needs and challenges within governance leadership discussions
Provide feedback to governance program on policy effectiveness and improvement opportunities
Partner with cross-functional teams (Legal, Privacy, Security, Data Strategy) on behalf of domain owners
Connect domain owners with relevant expertise and resources across the organization
Build community among domain owners through knowledge sharing and collaboration

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and 6 years’ experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master's degree and 4 years’ experience; a Ph.D. and 1 year experience in a related field; or 18 years’ experience in a related field
2+ years working directly with business stakeholders in consulting or advisory capacity
Experience in change management and stakeholder enablement
Knowledge of data management concepts including data quality, metadata, lineage, and cataloging
Familiarity with privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA, state privacy laws) and compliance requirements
Understanding of data architecture, APIs, databases, and data integration patterns
Experience with governance tools, data catalogs, and compliance platforms
Highly analytical with ability to conduct deep business and data analysis
Strong problem-solving skills with ability to translate complex requirements into actionable plans
Experience facilitating meetings, eliciting requirements, and driving decisions
Proficiency with data analysis tools and techniques
Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills with ability to influence without authority
Strong communication skills with ability to explain governance concepts clearly to varied audiences
Diplomatic problem-solver who can navigate conflicts and find win-win solutions
Self-motivated and autonomous with ability to manage multiple domain relationships simultaneously
10% travel requirement for in-person domain owner collaboration
Ability to work effectively across organizational boundaries and with distributed teams

Preferred Qualifications

Experience as a data steward, data owner, or in domain-specific data management role
Background in audit, compliance, or risk management
Knowledge of automotive industry or marketplace platforms
Certification in data governance, data management, or business analysis
Experience with data contracts and permissible use analysis

Drug Testing

To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

Benefits

The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company’s needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

About Us

Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells – or simply uses – cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.

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