SAP Data Lead - Implementation & Migration

Position Overview :

We are seeking a highly skilled SAP Data Lead to manage and drive data-centric initiatives across SAP implementation and migration projects. The ideal candidate will bring a strong mix of SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud (DMC) expertise, hands-on experience with enterprise data strategies, and advanced SQL capabilities. This role demands cross-functional leadership, deep technical acumen, and an ability to operate effectively in globally distributed teams.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Project Leadership & Stakeholder Management :

- Lead SAP data workstreams within end-to-end project lifecycles, including design, build, migration, and go-live phases.

- Collaborate with business units, functional consultants, and technical teams to define data requirements and ensure timely delivery.

- Align data-related deliverables with project milestones, ensuring no impact to timeline or scope due to data readiness gaps.

- Engage and influence senior stakeholders across business and IT, facilitating decisions around data architecture, governance, and quality assurance.

2. SAP DMC and Enterprise Integration :

- Serve as the data subject matter expert for SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud (DMC).

- Design and maintain robust data models aligned with manufacturing operations including material master, routing, BOMs, work centers, and shop floor control.

- Integrate DMC seamlessly with MES and ERP systems for synchronized production and quality data flows.

- Address DMC data synchronization challenges with root cause analysis and proactive remediation.

3. Data Lifecycle and Migration :

- Design and execute data migration strategies for master and transactional data using tools like SAP BODS, LSMW, and LTMC.

- Perform detailed data profiling, cleansing, and validation to support high-quality go-live environments.

- Build automated data quality and reconciliation frameworks to ensure integrity post-migration.

- Establish and maintain data governance policies, data dictionaries, and business glossaries.

4. Advanced SQL and Analytics :

- Use SQL extensively for large-scale data extraction, transformation, validation, and auditing activities.

- Build complex SQL queries, reusable scripts, and data views for internal consumption and reporting.

- Analyze datasets to identify anomalies, trends, and quality issues; translate findings into actionable insights.

Required Skills & Experience :

Experience : 8+ years in SAP data roles with recent focus on SAP DMC projects

SAP Expertise :

- In-depth knowledge of SAP DMC, SAP S/4HANA or ECC integration

- Familiarity with manufacturing data flows and master data objects

- Strong understanding of plant, material, routing, and production-related data

Data Tools :

- SAP BODS, LSMW, LTMC

- SQL (MySQL, SQL Server, HANA SQL preferred)

Project Delivery :

- Experience leading data migration and transformation initiatives in complex ERP landscapes

- Exposure to Agile/Scrum and Waterfall delivery models

Communication :

- Proven ability to work with diverse teams across geographies and time zones

- Strong documentation and presentation skills

Preferred Qualifications :

- SAP DMC Certification (preferred)

- SAP Certified Application Associate Data Migration or Master Data

- SQL/Data Analytics certifications (e.g., Microsoft, Oracle, Coursera/Udemy)