Head Group Processes & Data Governance

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Stäubli seeks a Head of Group Processes and Data Governance to define and govern the Group processes and data in Pfäffikon, ZH onsite. The role sets standards, builds the Group Process Owner network and drives alignment across divisions. You will establish a governance framework, define KPIs, lead improvement initiatives, ensure robust data governance, and manage the project portfolio with IT and business partners as ambassador. Requirements include substantial BPM and governance experience in complex settings, strong SAP and MDM expertise, matrix leadership, stakeholder management, and fluency in English plus German or French. Remote interviews precede on-site assessments; direct applications only. Tips: tailor your CV to quantify improvements, show change management success, highlight leadership and stakeholder engagement, and demonstrate alignment with Stäubli’s long-term culture.

Company Description

Stäubli is a global industrial and mechatronic solution provider with four dedicated Divisions: Electrical Connectors, Fluid Connectors, Robotics and Textile, serving customers who aim to increase their productivity in many industrial sectors.

Stäubli currently operates in 28 countries, with agents in 50 countries on four continents. Its global workforce of around 6,000 shares a commitment to partnering with customers in nearly every industry to provide comprehensive solutions with long-term support. Originally founded in 1892 as a small workshop in Horgen/Zurich, Switzerland, today Stäubli is an international Group headquartered in Pfäffikon/Schwyz, Switzerland.

Job Description

The Head Group Processes & Data governance is responsible for defining, governing, and continuously improving end-to-end business process landscape and master data governance across at Group level. The role ensures clear standards, governance mechanisms, and accountability structures are in place, and orchestrates the Group Process Owner network to drive alignment, efficiency, and data integrity across divisions. 

Responsibilities

• Establish and continuously evolve a Group-wide process and data governance framework, including standards, policies, roles, and escalation mechanisms
• Drive end-to-end process performance and harmonization across domains, defining KPIs and leading continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure robust master data governance, including ownership models, data standards, quality frameworks
• Lead and develop the Group Process Owner (GPO) network, ensuring alignment, consistency, and resolution of cross-functional issues
• Manage the Group process and data governance project portfolio, prioritizing initiatives based on strategic value and coordinating execution with IT and business functions
• Act as a governance ambassador by driving communication, adoption, and change enablement across divisions, while supporting governance bodies and steering committees

Qualifications

• Several years of significant experience in business process management (BPM) and management systems at program level
• Proven track record in process governance within complex, multi-division or matrix organizations
• Strong experience with SAP and data governance frameworks, particularly master data management
• Deep understanding of end-to-end process design, governance models, and KPI/performance frameworks
• Demonstrated ability to lead through influence in a matrix environment without direct authority
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging senior leadership
• Analytical, structured mindset with the ability to identify inefficiencies and drive improvements
• Excellent communication and change management skills to foster adoption of standards and governance practices
• Fluency in English and either German or French is required

Additional Information

At Stäubli, we value both people and performance. We hire for cultural fit and long-term collaboration, seeking a team member who is committed to being an integral part of our team for the long run.

We start with remote interviews and move to on-site interviews as the process progresses. During the interview process you will have the opportunity to meet with the entire team to ensure a mutual fit.

We look forward to hearing from you!

(We accept only direct applications)

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