Director, Data Supply Chain Program
Yesterday• Scottsdale, AZ
Charlotte, NCMalvern, PA
Core Responsibilities
People & Strategic Thought Leadership
- Hire, develop, and lead a team of data control professionals responsible for consulting across D&A to deliver the multi-year DSC program and advance the organization's data control capabilities.
- Monitor industry, regulatory, and enterprise trends in data governance, controls, and risk management, adjusting strategy and execution accordingly.
- Provide strategic direction to mature the data control environment from pilot and scale phases into steady state, sustainable operations.
- Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.
Program Leadership
- Own the end-to-end Data Supply Chain program, including assessments, control gap identification, remediation planning, and ongoing attestations.
- Drive efficiency, quality, and consistency across the DSC program through standardized templates, tooling, automation, and repeatable processes.
- Lead the evolution and adoption of a standardized data control framework defining "what good looks like" across the data supply chain (source, movement, transformation, and consumption).
- Ensure consistent application of controls across systems of origin, systems of record, and client facing outputs.
Risk, Audit, and Regulatory Alignment
- Serve as senior escalation point for complex data control issues and audit findings.
- Oversee consultation with Risk, Internal Audit and external auditors related to data controls; maintain strong relationships to ensure transparency, alignment, and credibility.
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Control Remediation, Metrics & Reporting
- Oversee identification, prioritization, and remediation of data control gaps, ensuring clear ownership, action plans, and timelines.
- Define and maintain program KPIs and KRIs, including assessment completion, gap closure, timeliness, ownership, and attestation coverage.
- Deliver executive level dashboards and management reporting that provide real time visibility into data risk posture and program health.
Enterprise Partnership & Influence
- Own departmental relationships with key internal stakeholders across D&A, PI Tech, Product, Risk, Compliance, and Enterprise Data Governance.
- Influence adoption of DSC standards and best practices across product families and technology teams.
- Partner with modernization, AI readiness, and data lineage initiatives to embed controls into future architectures where possible rather than retrofitting them.
Qualifications and Skills
- Minimum 10 years related work experience.
- Supervisory experience preferred.
- Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.
- Graduate degree preferred.
- Program Management experience
- Background in internal data controls, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
Special Factors
Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.
About Vanguard
At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission-we're on a mission.
To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
Client-provided location(s): Scottsdale, AZ, Charlotte, NC, Malvern, PA
Job ID: Vanguard-174108
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-03-11T20:37:32
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- FSA
- HSA
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- Pet Insurance
Parental Benefits
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Company Outings
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
- Happy Hours
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- On-Site Cafeteria
Vacation and Time Off
- Personal/Sick Days
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- Volunteer Time Off
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- Relocation Assistance
- Performance Bonus
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- 401(K)
- Financial Counseling
- Profit Sharing
Professional Development
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Internship Program
- Lunch and Learns
- Leadership Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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