Technical Program Manager — SAP Master Data & S/4HANA Migration | Remote

<h2 dir="ltr">About the Role</h2> <p dir="ltr">We're looking for a Technical Program Manager to lead complex SAP master data transformation programs — spanning S/4HANA migrations, master data governance, and cross-domain data architecture. This isn't a role for someone who manages timelines from the sidelines: you'll need real technical depth in SAP MDG and master data design to make credible calls, sequence cutovers, and serve as the authoritative technical voice across delivery, functional, and platform teams. If you can pair program leadership with hands-on SAP architecture fluency, this role gives you ownership over both the "how" and the "when."</p> <h2 dir="ltr">What You'll Do</h2> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Own program-level planning and sequencing for SAP master data initiatives, including migration cutover timing, dependency mapping, and freeze procedures</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Serve as the authoritative technical advisor across delivery, functional, and platform teams on master data architecture decisions</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Define and oversee the target-state data model across master data domains (e.g., Customer/Business Partner, Material, Vendor, Finance)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Lead design conversations on conversion strategy, hierarchy/classification structures, and golden-record/system-of-record rules</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Set technical standards for data model extensions, custom fields, and governance workflows (e.g., SAP MDG, BRF+, change request design)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Own the mock-load cadence, defect triage process, and reconciliation framework, ensuring data integrity through migration</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Coordinate cross-functional teams to manage risk, resolve blockers, and keep migration programs on schedule and in scope</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Provide architectural review for new integrations and downstream distribution patterns touching master data</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Maintain transparent stakeholder communication, including status reporting, milestone tracking, and translating technical complexity for business audiences</p> </li> </ul> <h2 dir="ltr">What You Bring</h2> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">10+ years of experience in SAP master data architecture, data architecture, or technical program management within SAP environments</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Experience with at least one full lifecycle S/4HANA implementation or ECC to S/4 conversion, ideally including Business Partner conversion</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Hands-on technical depth in SAP MDG or equivalent master data governance tooling</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Strong understanding of data modeling, hierarchy/classification design, and migration methodology (e.g., SAP Migration Cockpit, LSMW)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Familiarity with integration patterns such as ALE/IDoc, DRF/SOA, OData/REST APIs</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Proven ability to manage program-level risk, scope, budget, and cross-functional coordination</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for business stakeholders</p> </li> </ul> <h2 dir="ltr">Nice to Have</h2> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">SAP Certified Application Associate — Master Data Governance, S/4HANA Sourcing & Procurement, or Finance</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">PMP or other project/program management certification</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">TOGAF 9 or 10</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Experience with data quality tools such as SAP Information Steward, Syniti, Stibo, Collibra, or Informatica MDM</p> </li> </ul> <h2 dir="ltr">Why This Role</h2> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Real technical ownership: Lead architecture decisions, not just status meetings</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">High-stakes scope: Own outcomes that determine the integrity of an entire S/4HANA master data landscape</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Cross-functional influence: Serve as the technical anchor across delivery, functional, and platform teams</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Depth and breadth: Combine program leadership with deep, hands-on SAP expertise</p> </li> </ul> <p> </p>

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