Salesforce Data Conversion Lead / 12+Experience / USC/-EAD

Salesforce Data Conversion Lead

Visa: USC/-EAD

12+ EXPERIENCE

Remote

Description:

Required Skills - Salesforce Sales Cloud, Data Loader, Data Strategy, Data Mapping/Transformation, Data Cleansing

Job Duties –

1. Data Strategy & Planning

• Assess current-state data structures, quality, dependencies, and system usage.
• Support the definition of the data conversion strategy (scope, objects, record types, timeframes).
• Collaborate with the SI to build the detailed conversion approach, milestones, and timeline.
• Establish data standards, validation rules, and compliance requirements with SI support.

2. Data Mapping & Transformation

• Create or co-develop data mapping documentation from source systems to Salesforce target structures.
• Transform source data into SI-provided Salesforce conversion templates.
• Resolve mapping gaps and align with functional / workstream leads on data definitions.

3. Data Cleansing & Quality Management

• Work with business data owners to improve data completeness, consistency, and accuracy prior to migration.
• Address data quality issues identified during design, mapping, and test cycles.

4. Trial Loads & Validation

• Execute trial conversions to validate data logic, record transformation, and aligned relationships.
• identify issues, document gaps, and work cross-functionally to address errors.
• Partner with SI and functional leads to drive data accuracy and completeness.

5. Cutover & Go-Live Support

• Contribute to cutover planning (final extract, transformation, load scheduling).
• Support final data validation and reconcile results post-load.
• Ensure alignment with other workstreams such as testing, environments, and deployment.

6. Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with SI data teams, internal functional leads, and IT groups to ensure unified data strategy.
• Support AP Data Owners in preparation and execution of data tasks.

Job Requirements - Technical & Functional

• Strong understanding of Salesforce Sales Cloud data model (Accounts, Contacts, Opportunities, Activities, custom objects).
• Experience with enterprise data migration lifecycle (extract, transform, map, validate, load).
• Ability to read and create data mapping, data dictionaries, and conversion templates.
• Familiarity with data migration tools (e.g., Data Loader) and structured data formats (CSV, SQL, XML).
• Experience resolving data quality issues and defining validation rules.
• Program & Delivery
• Experience partnering with a System Integrator (SI) while representing the client’s interests.
• Ability to support multiple iterations of data loads across sandbox environments.
• Strong coordination and communication skills across functional, technical, and business teams.

Soft Skills

• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to influence data owners and functional SMEs.
• Strong documentation and cross-team collaboration skills.
• Desired Skills & Experience - Experience with large-scale Salesforce implementations.
• Background in CRM, ERP, preferably SAP, or legacy-to-cloud migration programs.
• Prior experience in regulated or complex multi-region environments.
• Knowledge of data governance, metadata management, and master data principles.