SAP Data Lead

Job Description: SAP Data Lead

Contract Duration: 12 to 18 months

Start Date: As soon as possible

Location: Hybrid (Client site and/or The Campus, Bryanston, Sandton)

Our client is seeking a highly experienced SAP Data Lead at an architect level to drive strategic data initiatives across their enterprise transformation projects. This role requires expertise in solution design, governance, and business alignment, with a focus on SAP data integration and management. The successful candidate will serve as a strategic advisor and solution architect, contributing to high-impact business transformation projects such as the roll-in of Aspen French and German operations onto the group’s SAP platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with business stakeholders to understand strategy and operational demands, translating them into data-driven SAP solutions.
• Develop and maintain Enterprise and Data Solution Roadmaps for Group, Divisions, and Operating Entities.
• Lead the design and governance of enterprise data programs, ensuring alignment with solution standards to deliver business value and mitigate implementation risks.
• Oversee and govern data solution design across interconnected programs and projects, connecting enterprise-wide initiatives.
• Assume authority in the Design and Build phases of key projects, ensuring robust data architecture and integration strategies.
• Provide strategic data insights and governance for the roll-in of Aspen French and German operations onto the SAP group platform.
• Serve as a senior consultant with strong SAP and business process knowledge across multiple SAP modules, particularly in data management.
• Focus on solution and business design rather than technical execution, offering strategic oversight and governance.

Required Experience & Skills

• Extensive experience as an SAP Data Lead, Solution Architect, or Senior Consultant.
• Strong understanding of SAP Data Migration, Master Data Management (MDM), and Data Governance frameworks.
• Expertise in designing data solutions for large-scale enterprise transformations.
• Knowledge of SAP data models and integration with SAP modules such as MM, SD, and FI/CO.
• Proven track record in data strategy development, solution architecture, and risk management.
• Experience with S/4HANA is highly advantageous.
• Ability to manage and lead solution design, connecting enterprise programs and ensuring seamless data integration.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a focus on delivering business value through data.

Key Competencies

• Data Strategy & Solution Design
• Enterprise Data Governance
• SAP Data Migration & Integration
• Stakeholder Engagement & Leadership
• Business Process & Solution Design

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to Aspen’s global data transformation initiatives, driving innovation and delivering impactful solutions that align with the company’s enterprise strategy.

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