Data Management Lead

Acumen Group; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in Centurion seeks an experienced Data Management Capability Lead to oversee data migration and governance for SAP transitions. This senior role requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and significant SAP experience. Ideal candidates will have certifications and a proven track record in data transformation within SAP environments.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in SAP programmes, with at least 5 years leading data migration.
• Proven experience with ECC, S/4HANA, and Real Estate sectors.
• Strong track record in SAP data transformation.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement SAP data migration frameworks.
• Manage ECC to S/4HANA transitions and set governance standards.
• Develop and mentor consultants and data stewards.

Skills

SAP data migration

Governance standards

Data transformation

Client engagement

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Science

SAP Activate Project Manager Certification

SAP MDG Certification

PMP or Agile/Scrum certification

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Data Management Capability Lead to be based at their Centurion office.

The role is responsible for leading the organization’s data capability centre, with a focus on SAP data migration, governance and ECC to S/4HANA transitions.

Key Focus Areas

• Strategic Leadership – Design and implement SAP data migration frameworks, manage ECC to S/4HANA transitions and set governance standards.
• Migration & Innovation – Deliver structured SAP data migrations using advanced tools (Data Services, LTMC, LSMW, ABAP, SQL) and implement SAP MDG.
• Capability Building – Develop and mentor consultants, data stewards and graduates into client-facing roles.
• Client Engagement – Facilitate readiness workshops, ensure compliance with POPIA and ISO.
• Advise stakeholders at the executive level.
• Govern data project milestones, from mock loads to cutovers and reconciliations, ensuring business continuity and quality.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Science, or related field.
• SAP Activate Project Manager Certification.
• SAP MDG Certification and DAMA‑DMBOK2 knowledge/certification.
• PMP or Agile/Scrum certification.
• 15+ years in SAP programmes, with at least 5 years leading large‑scale data migration and governance portfolios.
• Proven experience across ECC, S/4HANA, IS‑U, Real Estate, Retail, and Public Sector.
• Strong track record in SAP data transformation.

This is a senior leadership opportunity for a highly experienced professional with a strong track record in SAP data transformation.

If you meet the requirements and are interested in this role, please apply. Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.