Symrise is a global supplier of fragrances, flavors, food, nutrition, and cosmetic ingredients. Its clients include manufacturers of perfumes, cosmetics, food and beverages, pharmaceuticals and producers of nutritional supplements and pet food.
Its sales of € 4.9 billion in the 2024 fiscal year make Symrise a leading global provider. Headquartered in Holzminden, Germany, the Group is represented by more than 100 locations in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, the United States and Latin America.
Symrise works with its clients to develop new ideas and market-ready concepts for products that form an integral part of everyday life. Economic success and corporate responsibility are inextricably linked as part of this process.
About the Role At OneDigital, we drive Symrise's digital transformation with the ambition to become the most digitally empowered company on the planet. Within our Data, Analytics & AI organization, we transform data into decisions and ideas into impact through modern technologies, trusted insights, and responsible AI solutions.
As Senior Manager - Data & AI Governance, you will play a key role in establishing and driving enterprise-wide governance practices that ensure data and AI assets are trusted, accessible, and managed responsibly. You will lead initiatives that strengthen governance frameworks, optimize data and AI access processes, and support adoption across business domains. Working closely with business and technology stakeholders, you will help build a strong foundation for scalable and effective data and AI capabilities across Symrise.




Responsibilities Lead and drive enterprise-wide Data & AI Governance initiatives across business domains
Define, implement, and maintain governance frameworks, standards, and policies
Ensure effective and efficient data and AI access management processes
Partner with business and technology stakeholders to align governance initiatives with strategic priorities
Promote adoption of governance principles and best practices across the organization
Support data and AI literacy, stewardship, and governance enablement initiatives
Monitor governance maturity and identify opportunities for continuous improvement
Ensure governance processes support compliance, security, and responsible AI practices
Act as a trusted advisor on data and AI governance topics across Symrise
You are passionate about creating structure, enabling collaboration, and building trusted frameworks that help organizations unlock the full value of data and AI. You enjoy driving change, influencing stakeholders, and leading initiatives across complex environments.
What you also bring Experience in data governance, AI governance, data management, or related disciplines




Strong understanding of governance frameworks, policies, and operating models
Experience leading enterprise-wide or cross-functional initiatives
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Ability to work effectively across business and technology teams
Knowledge of access management, governance processes, and data lifecycle concepts
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Passion for data-driven transformation and responsible AI adoption
Fluent English skills;
additional languages are a plus
Location Location: Barcelona, Spain - home to Symrise's Data & AI Hub, where innovation, technology, and collaboration come together in a truly global environment.
What you can expect Competitive salary package aligned with your experience and expertise
Hybrid working model with flexibility and work-life balance
Private health insurance
Life insurance coverage
Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and shape the future of data, analytics, and AI
A collaborative and international environment with exposure to global teams and impactful projects
The chance to be part of Symrise, a world-leading company where innovation, sustainability, and people are at the heart of everything we do
At Symrise, you won't just join a company-you'll become part of a purpose-driven organization where your ideas can create meaningful impact and help shape the future of digital transformation on a integral scale.
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📌 Senior Manager Data & Ai Governance (Barcelona)
🏢 Symrise
📍 Barcelona