SAP Data Architect or SAP MDG Lead

Role: SAP Data Architect or SAP MDG Lead
Location: Remote
Duration: 12 months

We are seeking an experienced SAP Data Architect – Supplier Master for a 1 year remote contract to lead the design, governance, and optimization of supplier master data within a highly regulated pharmaceutical environment.

Key Responsibilities
· Own the Supplier/Vendor Master Data architecture within SAP S/4HANA and/or SAP ECC
· Design and govern supplier master data models aligned to pharmaceutical regulatory standards
· Lead implementation and optimization of SAP MDG for supplier governance
· Ensure compliance with GxP, data integrity (ALCOA+), and audit requirements
· Support validated system environments and computer system validation (CSV)
· Drive supplier data harmonization across manufacturing sites, CMOs, and global entities
· Partner with Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain, and Procurement stakeholders
· Support SAP transformation, S/4HANA migration, and integration with platforms such as SAP Ariba

Required experience:
· Proven experience as an SAP Data Architect or SAP MDG Lead within the pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences sector
· Deep expertise in Supplier/Vendor Master data structures in regulated environments

Strong understanding of:
· GxP requirements
· Data Integrity principles (ALCOA+)
· Audit and inspection readiness
· Segregation of Duties (SoD) and compliance controls