SAP Data Migration Lead

Risamsoft Inc; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Risamsoft Inc. seeks an experienced SAP Data Migration Lead to orchestrate end-to-end data migration programs across SAP transformations, including S/4HANA conversions.

You will define migration strategy, ensure data quality, and drive cross-functional collaboration with business and IT teams. Responsibilities include leading data extraction, transformation, cleansing, validation, and loading, plus cutover planning and go-live support.

Qualifications

• Experience in SAP Data Migration, preferably in SAP S/4HANA implementations.
• Hands-on with data migration tools and ETL processes.
• Solid understanding of SAP data structures and business processes.
• Experience in data cleansing, data governance, and reconciliation techniques.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Exposure to Agile delivery models and large-scale transformation programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end SAP data migration lifecycle including extraction, transformation, cleansing, validation, and loading.
• Define and implement data migration strategy, approach, and governance framework.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand data requirements, mapping rules, and transformation logic.
• Ensure data quality, reconciliation, and validation throughout migration cycles.
• Utilize tools such as LSMW, Migration Cockpit, BODS for migration execution.
• Coordinate with functional and technical teams across SAP modules.
• Identify risks, dependencies, and mitigation strategies during migration cycles.
• Lead data mock runs, cutover planning, and go-live support.
• Mentor team members and ensure adherence to best practices and standards.

Skills

SAP Data Migration

SAP S/4HANA

ETL tools

Stakeholder management

Tools

LSMW

Migration Cockpit

BODS

Job description

We are seeking an experienced SAP Data Migration Lead to drive end-to-end data migration activities across large-scale SAP transformation programs. The role involves leading data strategy, ensuring data quality, and delivering seamless migration across SAP systems such as SAP S/4HANA. The ideal candidate will bring strong functional and technical expertise, combined with leadership capabilities to manage cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end SAP data migration lifecycle including data extraction, transformation, cleansing, validation, and loading.
• Define and implement data migration strategy, approach, and governance framework.
• Work closely with business stakeholders to understand data requirements, mapping rules, and transformation logic.
• Ensure data quality, reconciliation, and validation throughout the migration process.
• Utilize tools such as LSMW, SAP Migration Cockpit, BODS, or ETL tools for migration execution.
• Coordinate with functional and technical teams across SAP modules (FI, MM, SD, etc.).
• Identify risks, dependencies, and mitigation strategies during migration cycles.
• Lead data mock runs, cutover planning, and go-live support.
• Mentor team members and ensure adherence to best practices and standards.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong experience in SAP Data Migration, preferably in SAP S/4HANA implementations.
• Hands-on expertise with data migration tools and ETL processes.
• Solid understanding of SAP data structures and business processes.
• Experience in data cleansing, data governance, and reconciliation techniques.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Exposure to Agile delivery models and large-scale transformation programs.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with SAP BODS, LVM, or Migration Cockpit.
• Knowledge of data archiving and data lifecycle management.
• Certification in SAP or relevant data migration tools is a plus.