SAP Data Migration Lead

Next Ventures; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 76,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Next Ventures is seeking an experienced SAP Data Migration Lead to own the end-to-end data migration workstream for a retail client in Europe. You will define the migration strategy, coordinate data activities across business and technical teams, and ensure accurate data loads within project timelines.

The role requires proven leadership of SAP data migration projects, deep knowledge of data mapping, cleansing, validation and cutover activities, and a track record of delivering quality go-lives

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading data migration workstreams on SAP projects.
• Strong knowledge of SAP migration methodologies and tools.
• Experience in end-to-end migration cycles (extract, cleanse, cutover).

Responsibilities

• Lead overall SAP data migration strategy, planning and execution.
• Define migration methodologies, data mapping, cleansing, validation and reconciliation processes.
• Coordinate data migration activities across SAP functional teams, business stakeholders and technical resources.
• Oversee mock migrations, testing cycles, cutover planning and final data loads.
• Manage migration risks, issues, dependencies and reporting to the wider programme.
• Ensure data quality, integrity and readiness for go-live.

Skills

SAP data migration leadership

Migration strategy

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional leadership

Hybrid work familiarity

Tools

SAP Data Services

SAP MM/SD

Job description

Job Title: SAP Data Migration Lead
Location: Europe
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 12 months

Overview

We are seeking an experienced SAP Migration Lead to lead the end-to-end data migration workstream for a retail client in Spain. The successful candidate will be responsible for defining the migration strategy, coordinating data activities across business and technical teams, and ensuring data is migrated accurately and successfully in line with project timelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the overall SAP data migration strategy, planning and execution.
• Define migration methodologies, data mapping, cleansing, validation and reconciliation processes.
• Coordinate data migration activities across SAP functional teams, business stakeholders and technical resources.
• Oversee mock migrations, testing cycles, cutover planning and final data loads.
• Manage migration risks, issues, dependencies and reporting to the wider programme.
• Ensure data quality, integrity and readiness for go-live.

Requirements

• Proven experience leading data migration workstreams on SAP implementation or transformation projects.
• Strong knowledge of SAP data migration methodologies, tools and best practices.
• Experience managing end-to-end migration cycles, from data extraction and cleansing through to cutover and reconciliation.
• Retail industry experience is highly desirable.
• Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment in Spain, starting ASAP.