invenioLSI - SAP MDG Lead

Key Responsibilities :

Master Data Governance Implementation :

- Lead the full lifecycle implementation of SAP MDG for Material, Business Partner, Cost Center, and Profit Center.

- Conduct requirement-gathering workshops, process mapping, and fit-gap analysis with business teams.

- Define and design governance processes, approval workflows, and data maintenance procedures.

- Develop standardized master data processes aligned with business rules and compliance requirements.

- Ensure alignment of MDG design with enterprise data governance strategy.

Business Process Design & Functional Leadership :

- Translate business requirements into functional specifications and MDG process designs.

- Define data standards, naming conventions, validation rules, and governance policies.

- Support the creation of harmonized master data structures across multiple business units.

- Collaborate with Finance, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Shared Services teams to ensure process consistency.

Testing, Deployment & Change Management :

- Prepare process documentation, test scenarios, and training materials.

- Lead functional testing cycles including Unit Testing, SIT, and UAT.

- Support cutover planning, data preparation, and go-live activities.

- Provide post-go-live stabilization support (limited to hypercare, not long-term support).

Stakeholder Engagement :

- Act as the primary functional point of contact for MDG implementation.

- Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and knowledge-transfer activities.

- Work closely with project managers, business owners, and data governance teams to ensure successful adoption.

Required Experience & Skills :

Functional Expertise :

- Strong hands-on experience in SAP MDG implementation (not support).

- Deep understanding of master data processes for :

a. Material Master

b. Business Partner (Customer/Vendor)

c. Cost Center

d. Profit Center

- Experience in defining governance workflows, approval processes, and data quality rules.

- Good understanding of S/4HANA master data concepts and organizational structures.

Business & Process Skills :

- Ability to lead workshops and engage with senior business stakeholders.

- Strong documentation skills for process flows, functional specs, and training materials.

- Experience in data governance, data quality, and master data harmonization initiatives.

- Ability to work in cross-functional teams and manage multiple stakeholders.