SAP S/4 Data Migration Lead

AiFA Labs; Clark (NJ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled SAP S/4 Data Migration Lead to oversee the critical data migration process to S/4HANA. This role involves developing comprehensive migration strategies, leading a team of specialists, and ensuring data quality and integrity throughout the migration. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in SAP environments and a deep understanding of data migration tools and methodologies. Join a collaborative team where your expertise will drive success in transformative projects, and enjoy the opportunity to mentor junior members while staying at the forefront of SAP S/4HANA trends.

Qualifications

• 10+ years leading data migration projects in SAP environments.
• Proficiency in SAP data migration tools and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute data migration strategy for SAP S/4HANA.
• Lead data migration specialists to ensure timely and accurate migration.

Skills

SAP Data Services

Data Migration

S/4HANA

Global Data Migration Playbook

TIBCO EBX

Looker

APIs

Master Data Management

ETL Tools

BODS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree in related field

Tools

Symiti data migration tools

Power BI

ETL tools

Job description

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Job Description

As the SAP S/4 Data Migration Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing the data migration process from SAP to S/4HANA. You will play a critical role in ensuring that cross-over activities related to all the workstreams (F2S, P2P, R2R, and O2) are accurately captured holistically. Along with the alignment of the workstreams, the resource should be able to provide a bird’s eye view of how all the activities integrate into the new SAP S/4HANA system in collaboration with the Client Team and the Global Data Migration Playbook.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive data migration strategy and plan for the SAP S/4HANA implementation using the Global Data Migration Playbook as your foundation.
• Lead a team of data migration specialists and coordinate their activities to ensure timely and accurate data migration by validating work plans weekly to ensure they are managing activities and deliverables with discipline.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, IT teams, Global Data Team, Application PMs, and external partners to gather data migration requirements and define data mapping rules.
• Design data migration scripts, programs, and tools to extract, transform, and load data from legacy systems into SAP S/4HANA and associated applications.
• Perform and organize activities related to data profiling, cleansing, and validation to ensure data quality and integrity throughout the migration process. Establish rules of engagement for data activities including governance processes.
• Monitor data migration progress, with KPI reporting, identify issues or bottlenecks, and communicate/document observations, recommendations, owners, and timing. Implement corrective actions to stay on schedule and within budget.
• Conduct data migration testing and validation to verify the accuracy and completeness of migrated data in partnership with the Global Team and Business Owners.
• Make recommendations to improve the Global Data Migration Playbook and related tools, procedures, and best practices for future projects.
• Work closely with other project workstream teams to ensure tasks and activities are documented and executed smoothly.
• Support testing phases with engagement during defect management to resolve issues at the root cause. Engage in hypercare activities to resolve data issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field; Master’s degree is a plus.
• Proven experience (10+ years) leading data migration projects, preferably in SAP environments.
• Experience with Symiti data migration tools and other SAP data migration tools such as BODS, MDG, etc.
• Deep knowledge of SAP data migration tools, methodologies, and best practices.
• Strong understanding of SAP S/4HANA data structures, data objects, and migration processes. Experience with Master Data Management (MDM) based on TIBCO EBX.
• Proficiency in SAP Data Services, Power BI / Looker, APIs, or other ETL tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Fluency in English; knowledge of French is a plus.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• SAP certification in data migration or related areas is desirable.
• Willingness to travel to client locations at least 3 days a week; travel to Paris may be required. Must have a valid Passport and Visa.

Expectations

• Drive the data migration process focusing on accuracy, efficiency, and quality. Document observations and recommendations effectively.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including the Global Team, to meet data migration requirements.
• Proactively identify and resolve data migration issues and risks.
• Communicate progress, challenges, and solutions to stakeholders and leadership.
• Stay updated on SAP S/4HANA data migration trends, tools, and technologies.
• Mentor and coach junior team members to develop a high-performing team.
• Ensure all meetings have clear agendas, decision makers, documented minutes, and action items, whether virtual or in-person.

Additional Information

Skills: SAP Data Services, Data, S/4HANA, Global Data Migration Playbook, TIBCO EBX, Looker, Data Migration, SAP S/4HANA, APIs, MDG, Master Data Management, Management, Power BI, SAP, ETL Tools, BODS, Symiti Data Migration Tools

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting