Digital & Technology Team (D&T) is an integral division of HEINEKEN Global Shared Services Center. We are committed to making Heineken the most connected brewery. That includes digitalizing and integrating our processes, ensuring best-in-class technology, and embedding a data-driven culture. By joining us you will work in one of the most dynamic and innovative teams and have a direct impact on building the future of Heineken!

Would you like to meet the Team, see our office and much more? Visit our website: Heineken (heineken-dt.pl)

The Data Excellence Specialist will be responsible for driving and delivering best in class data governance practices and promoting their adherence across the organization. This role is key in ensuring that data is managed, understood, and used in a standardised and consistent manner across the business. The Specialist will collaborate closely with key stakeholders to ensure compliance to data governance frameworks, best practices, and standardized processes, enabling the availability and utilisation of high quality data, supporting business insights and decision-making. This position will promote a culture of data excellence and continuous improvement

     Your responsibilities would include:

Driving and monitoring organisational and business compliance to data governance policies, standards, and best practices to ensure consistent data quality and integrity Acting as key point of contact on data governance topics, offering guidance on how to utilize data standards, tools and insights effectively Collaborating with data teams and various business stakeholders to promote adherence to standardized data management process and ways of working Tracking and monitoring compliance to data governance policies and practices, providing regular feedback and continuous improvement recommendations Preparing reports of key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success and impact of data governance initiatives
Performing continuous and ad-hoc data quality assessments and checks, ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and completeness across systems Leading and delivering data-related projects and initiatives, ensuring timely and quality delivery on priorities and objectives Developing, storing and communicating training and educational resources (e.g., workshops, online courses, and documentation) to relevant stakeholders Identifying opportunities based on data governance trends, security standards, data privacy regulations, technologies and various external best practices Championing a culture of continuous learning, encouraging stakeholders to enhance their data skills and awareness (learn-share-reapply)

You are a good candidate if you have: Bachelor/Master’s degree in computer science, data science/analytics, IT systems other related studies 4-6 years of relevant experience, ideally in data governance field Knowledge of data governance frameworks, data quality management, and compliance regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, DAMA) Proven experience in applying data governance principles, methodologies, and best practices Proven experience in tracking, monitoring and reporting on data governance KPIs Knowledge and ideally experience in working with data management tools, platforms, and technologies Strong prioritisation skills to deliver high quality output in a timely manner Strong communication skills, ability to understand business needs / challenges and provide clear solutions Overall interest and affinity to data management models and best practices

Nice to have: Relevant certifications in data governance or privacy (e.g., CIPM, CDMP) Experience in cross-functional and cross-cultural communication

At HEINEKEN Kraków, we take integrity and ethical conduct seriously. If someone has concerns about a possible violation of legal regulations indicated in Polish Whistleblowing Act or our Code of Business Conduct, we encourage them to speak up. Cases can be reported to global team or locally (in line with the local HGSS Whistleblowing procedure) by selecting proper option in this tool or by communicating it on hotline.


We Offer: