Data Steward

Are you ready to take Seed Operations to the next level with data? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment, turning data into actionable insights? Are you passionate about driving quality and governance in data management? If yes, then we have the perfect role for you! 

This is why you want to join us as Data Steward at Enza Zaden 

• Play a central role in shaping how data is managed and utilized within a global industry leader 

• Work in a multidisciplinary team with short communication lines and a shared commitment to continuous improvement 

• Ensure data quality and governance that propels our business strategy on a worldwide scale 

Make a difference as Data Steward 

You would like to become the expert in interpersonal communication with the ability to educate, inform, persuade, and achieve understanding and agreement on data management across different functions, levels, and customers. You foster a culture of data savviness in the organization. Your key responsibilities: 

• Take accountability for data quality by analysing, monitoring, defining, and maintaining master data quality aligned with business rules for assigned data tables and elements; 

• Document and communicate changes and issues for specific domains data to these roles; 

• Act as the voice of authority over changes to the assigned master data, monitoring the change process from beginning to end, and ensuring proper workflow management; 

• Ensure delivery of projects and changes in line with future state data architectures, as requested by the architecture team; 

• Maintain the lexicon, data dictionary, and (conceptual and logical) data models for domain data, Meta Data definitions, reference data, and other data types for assigned entities (including data attributes and processes); 

• Distribute policies (including RBAC) per domain of data to the Data Producers, Data Owners, and Data Specialists to improve data maintenance and increase usage and risk awareness; 

• Ensure proper input to Master Data Management and Data Governance policies, standards, and procedures. 

You will work closely with Engineers and Business Intelligence specialists to ensure data quality and model consistency. You will report to the Manager Data, Analytics and Reporting and work at least 2days a week from our headquarters based in Enkhuizen.  

What you bring as a future colleague 

• Experience in large business and IT projects; 

• At least 3 years of experience in data management or business analysis in a data domain; 

• Proven experience and ability to work with senior management, business, and IT stakeholders; 

• Basic understanding of data modelling; 

• Experienced with Excel; 

• Knowledge and/or experience with SQL would be a plus. 

In this role, it is essential to be a strong communicator, think proactively to identify the right solutions, confidently share your opinions, and collaborate effectively within a team. 

Enza Zaden as your employer  

With more than 2,800 passionate team members across the world, we're on a daily mission to develop the finest vegetable varieties. Our goal? To deliver seeds with that special something: vegetables with better taste, better yields, and better resistance. On our mission to feed the world, we challenge ourselves to gain deeper insights and find the next breakthrough. We grow and innovate together, and everyone’s contribution is valued. Throughout our 85 years, our family values, passion, independence and or focus on innovation have truly set us apart. Over 480 million people are eating our vegetables every day, something we are very proud of! Our passion isn't just a trademark; it's our driving force, propelling our rapid growth. If you're ready to explore your potential and thrive in a supportive environment, we welcome you to develop your talents with us. The combination of entrepreneurship, initiative and a healthy dose of determination has made Enza Zaden great and brought us where we are today. Enza Zaden is and always will be in motion: in the past, present and future.  

What can you expect from us 

As a family-owned company, we support you to thrive in all areas of life, so that you can be successful inside and outside of work. We offer: 

• Flexible work arrangements; 

• Access to a variety of wellbeing programs and healthy food options; 

• 25 paid vacation days (employees have the option to buy extra vacation days equivalent to two times their weekly working hours); 

• 1 paid vitality day for all, plus extra days as your age increases; 

• Contribution for overnight stays if you live further away from Enza Zaden;  

• Laptop + smartphone. 

We aspire to be a good employer that cares for our employees, both during and after their careers at Enza Zaden. Our most important benefits include: 

• Active partnership in your professional development (personal growth); 

• Tailor made leadership development programs and global e-learning platform; 

• Employer sponsored retirement benefits. 

Join us for a career that grows with you! Are you curious to know more about Enza Zaden click on this link to our website. 

Get in touch 

Apply now using the application button (no later than February,2025). You will receive an automatic confirmation of your application within minutes, and we will respond to your application within 10 working days.  

Do you have any questions about our application process? Please feel free to reach out to: 

Jasmijn Kaagman, ja.kaagman@enzazaden.nl 

Good to know 

• An assessment is part of the application process;  

• This position cannot be filled on an interim basis; 

• Enza Zaden is an equal opportunity employer and don’t discriminate based on background, identity or personal characteristics; 

• A security screening is part of the recruitment process. 

Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.