SKF has been around for more than a century and today we are one of the world’s largest global suppliers of bearings and supporting solutions for rotating equipment. Our products can be found literally everywhere in society. This means that we are an important part of the everyday lives of people and companies around the world.
In September of 2024, SKF announced the separation of its Automotive business, with the objective to build two world-leading businesses. The role you are applying for will be part of the automotive business. This means you will have the opportunity to be a part of shaping a new company aimed at meeting the needs of the transforming global automotive market.
We are now looking for a dedicated and experienced
Data Governance Specialist
- Automotive Business
to join our Data, AI & Integration team. In this strategic IT role, you will help shape and operationalise our data governance framework, ensuring data quality, consistency, and alignment with business goals across the organisation.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Governance Framework Development
- Expanding and implementing the data governance framework, including AI governance and other emerging areas.
- Defining and enforcing governance policies, standards, and procedures to ensure regulatory and security compliance.
Data Catalogue and Metadata Management
- Leading the implementation and ongoing management of a data catalogue to enhance data discoverability and accessibility.
- Overseeing metadata management to support data quality and usability across the organisation.
Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement
- Partnering with Data Owners, Data Architects, and other stakeholders to monitor and improve data quality.
- Ensuring governance initiatives align with business needs through close collaboration with IT and business units.
- Promoting data literacy by delivering training and support across the organisation.
Compliance and Risk Management
- Ensuring adherence to data management standards and regulatory requirements.
- Supporting data risk assessments and contributing to data privacy and protection initiatives.
Qualifications
- Documented experience in data governance, data management, or equivalent
- Proficiency in data modelling, requirements management, and documentation standards.
- Experience with data governance tools and platforms supporting master and reference data management.
- Strong project and product management capabilities.
- Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
SKF is committed to creating a diverse environment, and we firmly believe that a diverse workforce is essential for our continued success. Therefore, we only focus on your experience, skills, and potential. Come as you are – just be yourself. #weareSKF
Why Join Us?
- Be at the forefront of enterprise data transformation in a globally recognised organisation.
- Work in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment that values innovation and continuous improvement.
- Influence strategic initiatives and make a tangible impact on business outcomes.
- Enjoy flexibility with a hybrid work model and opportunities for professional growth.
If you are passionate about data governance and eager to contribute to a forward-thinking organisation, we welcome your application!
Some additional information
This position has a global scope and could be located at any of our main Automotive sites (Bangalore (India), Shanghai (China), Airasca (Italy), Cajamar (Brazil) or Gothenburg (Sweden).
You will report to Head of Data Architecture, located in Gothenburg. For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Anna Barkin Johansson, Recruitment Expert, at [email protected] (please note that we can't accept applications via email).
Is this you?
If the answer is yes, please submit your application in English no later than August 10, 2025.
At SKF, we are committed to promoting fairness and inclusivity throughout our recruitment process. To achieve this, we may include assessments and verify the information in your application in compliance with country-specific laws and regulations. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the recruitment expert.
