IT Data Lead (Ref: 189953)

Forsyth Barnes; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent retail group is seeking an accomplished IT Data Lead in the UAE to manage the technical aspects of SAP data migration. The successful candidate will oversee ETL processes, develop load strategies, and ensure data quality throughout the migration. This position demands at least 5 years of leadership in data migration for large-scale ERP projects, specifically SAP S/4HANA. Competitive salary and benefits offered, including professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Professional development opportunities

Health and wellness initiatives

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership experience in data migration, ideally with SAP S/4HANA.
• Proficiency in ETL tools and SAP loading utilities.
• Strong experience in data mapping, cleansing, validation, and reconciliation.

Responsibilities

• Formulate data migration strategies to transition data to SAP.
• Oversee ETL processes to ensure data integrity.
• Conduct mock migration cycles to identify issues.

Skills

Leadership experience in data migration

Proficient in ETL tools

Strong SQL capabilities

Understanding of finance and supply chain data models

Interpersonal skills

Tools

BODS

LSMW

LTMC

Job description

About Us

Our client operates within the retail sector in the GCC.

Job Description

We are collaborating with a prominent retail group in the GCC that is in search of an accomplished IT Data Lead. This role is central to managing the technical aspects of SAP data migration. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing load strategies, overseeing ETL processes, conducting mock migration cycles, and ensuring data quality through rigorous validation and reconciliation. The IT Data Lead will serve as the vital connector between the technical migration team, the system integrator, and the Business Data Leads to facilitate the accurate and secure transition of legacy data into SAP.

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate and execute comprehensive data migration strategies to facilitate the transition of data to SAP.
• Oversee ETL processes to ensure data integrity and accuracy throughout the migration.
• Conduct thorough mock migration cycles to proactively identify and resolve potential issues.
• Perform detailed validation and reconciliation of data to uphold high standards of quality.
• Engage with various stakeholders to manage technical escalations and ensure project continuity.
• Provide detailed progress reports on data migration activities to relevant stakeholders.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of leadership experience in data migration for large-scale ERP projects, preferably involving SAP S/4HANA.
• Proficient in ETL tools and SAP loading utilities such as BODS, LSMW, LTMC, with strong SQL capabilities.
• In-depth understanding of data models related to finance, supply chain, retail, and master data.
• Demonstrated experience in data mapping, cleansing, validation, and reconciliation.
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively coordinate with varied stakeholders and navigate technical challenges.
• Must be self-sponsored to work in the UAE; visa support is not available for this position.

Benefits

• A competitive salary package complemented by performance-based incentives.
• Professional development opportunities and training programs.
• Health and wellness initiatives that focus on employee well-being.
• A collaborative, innovative work environment that encourages creativity.

Other

This represents an exceptional opportunity for a skilled data professional to become part of a well-respected retail organization in a vibrant market. The IT Data Lead will be instrumental in the success of the SAP migration project, significantly contributing to the overall data strategy and performance of the organization.