SAP Data Migration Lead

Blue Pearl PTY; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking a Data Migration Lead in Cape Town, South Africa. This role involves managing SAP data migration activities and delivering successful conversion projects. Candidates should possess 8+ years of experience in data migration or ETL projects, with experience in public sector projects preferred. The position demands strong leadership skills alongside technical expertise to navigate complex data issues. Applicants should provide their CVs with relevant qualifications and certifications.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience in SAP data migration or ETL projects.
• Experience leading migration delivery projects.
• Public sector project experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead SAP data migration activities, including data extraction, transformation, and load (ETL).
• Validate and reconcile migrated data for accuracy.
• Utilize S/4HANA conversion tooling and approaches effectively.
• Provide delivery leadership ensuring timelines, quality, and governance.
• Collaborate with teams to resolve data-related issues.

Skills

SAP data migration leadership

Data extraction, transformation, loading (ETL)

S/4HANA conversion

Education

SAP Data Services / Migration Certification

Job description

Cape Town, South Africa | Posted on 02/06/2026

The Data Migration Lead is responsible for managing and delivering SAP data migration activities, ensuring accurate extraction, transformation, loading, validation, and reconciliation of data in S/4HANA conversion projects. This role combines technical expertise with leadership skills to drive successful data migration initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead SAP data migration activities, including data extraction, transformation, and load (ETL)
• Validate and reconcile migrated data to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Utilize S/4HANA conversion tooling and approaches effectively
• Provide delivery leadership for migration projects, ensuring timelines, quality, and governance are met
• Collaborate with business and technical teams to resolve data-related issues

Qualifications & Certifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience in SAP data migration or ETL projects
• SAP Data Services / Migration Certification preferred
• Proven experience in migration delivery leadership

Candidate Requirements

• Preferably with Public Sector project experience
• Based in Cape Town or willing to work locally

Additional Instructions

Please provide CVs along with associated qualifications and certifications for each candidate as per the submission template.