Jonathan I. Yee

Senior Data Governance Manager @ DFI Retail Group

About

Master Data & Governance Leader | Digital Transformation Strategist | Data-Driven Process Innovator I help businesses turn complex data into scalable, well-governed frameworks that fuel growth. With 12+ years of experience in Master Data Management (MDM), Data Governance, and Process Re-engineering, I translate technical systems into strategic business results—ensuring data accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with global standards. What I Bring to the Table: ✔ End-to-End Data Leadership – From building PIM systems (Akeneo, Informatica P360) to leading governance councils and training teams. ✔ Simplified Processes – A proven ability to streamline complex workflows. ✔ Strategic Guidance – Advising leadership on MDM strategy and governance best practices. ✔ Collaborative Approach – Working with tech teams, vendors, and industry leaders to unify data models and drive innovation. In today’s fast-moving data landscape, I help organizations unlock the full value of their data—making it accurate, governed, and scalable to support smarter decisions and smoother operations. My blend of technical expertise and business focus ensures data initiatives deliver real impact. Let’s talk about how strong MDM, Data Governance, and digital transformation can elevate your business.

Country

Hong Kong SAR

City

Hong Kong

Industry

Retail

Skill

Digital Strategy, Product Information Management, Snowflake, Relex, SAP ERP, MySQL, Art Market, Data Visualization, Product Management, Product Data Management (PDM), E-Commerce, SAP S/4HANA, Business Process Re-engineering, Akeneo, Informatica MDM, Data Analysis, Research, Market Research, Data Management, Data Modeling

Experience

Senior Data Governance Manager

DFI Retail Group

2025-9 - Present · 1 yr 1 mo

Hong Kong SAR

Senior Manager, Global Business Process Lead - Master Data

DFS Group Limited

2024-4 - 2025-8 · 1 yr 5 mos

Hong Kong SAR

Leading enterprise master data redesign for DFS’s flagship tech-enabled business transformation, harmonizing SAP S/4HANA, Akeneo, and Relex platforms. Streamlined global processes to reduce data management burdens while enabling scalability. Advising executive leadership on master data strategy and governance best practices.

Senior Manager, Master Data Governance

DFS Group Limited

2021-1 - 2024-3 · 3 yrs 3 mos

Hong Kong SAR

Championed LVMH-wide initiatives to harmonize product data standards across Maisons. Established governance for global product data compliance. Built and scaled a high-performing data stewardship community of 21 people.

Manager, Global Merchandise Data Governance

DFS Group Limited

2018-11 - 2020-12 · 2 yrs 2 mos

Hong Kong SAR

Successfully implemented Informatica P360 PIM, and took over product ownership within the first year. Led cross-functional governance of product master data to support global merchandising and supply chain operations. Championed industry collaboration to establish luxury retail data standards, while building a high-performing 10-member stewardship team.

Assistant Product & Data Manager

Lane Crawford

2016-11 - 2018-10 · 2 yrs

Hong Kong SAR

Built and led the Product & Data Management team, standardizing master data for 4 merchandise categories. Spearheaded product data stream for Oracle RMS/MFP implementation.

Analytics Manager

artnet

2016-1 - 2016-8 · 8 mos

New York, NY

Led client engagements for custom analytics reports. Scoped and negotiated pricing for bespoke data solutions. Delivered data-driven insights leveraging SQL and proprietary Price Database.

Art Market Analyst

artnet

2014-3 - 2015-12 · 1 yr 10 mos

New York, NY

Launched Artnet Market Watch digital reporting hub. Authored flagship reports (Global Chinese Art Auction, TEFAF). Created data visualizations for marketing and editorial.