Lead and manage the end-to-end data conversion strategy for SAP ECC to SAP S/4HANA (brownfield approach)
Define and execute data migration/conversion plans, timelines, and governance models
Coordinate closely with functional leads, technical teams, SAP Basis, ABAP, and business stakeholders
Oversee data assessment, data cleansing, reconciliation, validation, and sign-off
Manage SAP data objects relevant to Retail industry (e.g., customer, vendor, material, pricing, inventory, finance, POS-related data)
Drive mock conversions, dress rehearsals, cutover planning, and go-live readiness
Identify data risks, issues, and dependencies and proactively manage mitigation plans
Ensure compliance with SAP best practices and data integrity standards
Manage external system dependencies and integrations impacting data conversion
- Provide regular status reporting, executive communication, and steering committee updates
- Required Skills & Experience
10+ years of SAP experience, with 5+ years as a Data Conversion / Migration Project Manager
Proven experience managing SAP ECC to SAP S/4HANA brownfield conversions
Strong hands-on experience with SAP data conversion tools and approaches
(e.g., Migration Cockpit, LTMC/LTMOM, custom ABAP conversions, SLT where applicable)
Solid understanding of SAP S/4HANA data model changes
Experience managing large, complex SAP implementations with high data volumes
Prior experience in the Retail industry is mandatory
Strong knowledge of SAP FI, MM, SD, and Retail-specific master and transactional data
Excellent stakeholder management and leadership skills
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work in high-pressure, fast-paced environments
- Nice to Have
Experience with multiple S/4HANA conversions
Exposure to SAP Activate methodology
Experience handling global or multi-country SAP rollouts
- SAP certification(s) in S/4HANA or Project Management.