UKI Technology Consulting - SAP Data Management Lead, Manager / Senior Manager

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We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.​  

 

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 General information    

•   Location: Dublin
•   Available for Work Visa Sponsorship: Yes
•   Business area: Technology Consulting (AI and Data)
•   Contract type: Permanent

 

The team and the opportunity

Our SAP practice is experiencing an exciting period of growth. We are interested in hearing from experienced SAP professionals who would like to take their careers to the next level.

 

EY's global SAP practice now totals more than 26,000+ dedicated SAP professionals in over 150 countries and we are investing heavily in S/4HANA, Ariba, IBP, SuccessFactors, Concur, GTS, SCP, Analytics, and other new SAP solutions. We are helping our clients to tackle their most difficult challenges by implementing SAP solutions that enable business transformation and deliver real value for our clients. We operate local and remote teams across multiple locations, we design and build global solutions with variations to meet local requirements, and we deploy these in ways that maximize value for our clients.

 

You will become key member of our SAP team. Your role will be focused primarily on the delivery of SAP services to one or more of our multiple large clients implementing SAP S/4HANA. Your secondary focus will be on support and broader practice development. In this role, you will help develop high-performing individuals and teams, leading and supporting them to deliver exceptional client services.

 

Your key responsibilities

• Work with the SAP functional and business teams to scope and analyse the data migration requirements, including analysis of source system data structures and flows  
• Within the Data Workstream, serve as the go-to subject matter expert for master and transaction data areas including SAP Materials Management, Inventory Management, Warehouse Management (including EWM), Business Partners and other data objects
• Design Migration strategy and implement the data migration framework as per data migration architecture using SAP Data Services (Enterprise edition) and SAP Migration Cockpit 
• Design and Document the Extract, Transform and Load (ETL) routines maximizing the use of technology to achieve a high degree of automation in a performant way 
• Build, test, execute and manage the data migration routines and data cleansing and enrichment models 
• Design and Execute preload and post load data validation of migration results, handle error logs and advise on data cleansing requirements 
• Support the functional teams with the data reconciliation and reporting process 
• Perform migration mock cycles and rehearsals, plan and execute migration cutover tasks and lead post go-live support and defect handling
• Create technical specification documents by utilising SAP functional knowledge, data migration experience and computer programming knowledge  
• Provide advisory services to the business to understand their data management issues and advise on appropriate data management strategies 
• Provide guidance to other systems analysts and client personnel assigned to the projects 

 

Skills and attributes for success

• Strong technical skills ranging from in depth knowledge of SAP modules, understanding of data governance frameworks, proficiency in data modelling and ETL processes
• Project management skills including planning, execution, and monitoring of data management projects
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey complex data concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to identify areas of risk, carry out an effective review and know when to refer upwards
• Experience in leading and mentoring teams, fostering a collaborative environment
• Ability to build strong client relationships and professional networks
• Outgoing with good relationship skills and the ability to deliver quality output

To qualify for the role, you must have:

• A third level qualification in Computer Science, Mathematics or a related discipline, or relevant experience related to the position 
• A minimum of 7 years’ experience in SAP Data Management projects, with extensive hands-on experience in SAP data cleansing and migration tools in an internal or external client facing environment
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a Consulting role 
• Strong experience in SAP Data Services, Information steward, HANA SQL, IDOCS, BAPI, LSMW and SAP Migration cockpit 
• Experience with, or demonstrable understanding of, S/4HANA best practice processes, key benefits, and implementation scenarios
• Experience in developing migration strategies, data dictionaries, mapping specifications and data transformation guidelines
• Expertise in migration of SAP Business Partners including CVI (Customer to Vendor Integration)

 

Ideally, you will also have:

• Relevant SAP certifications
• Experience in SAP MDG, SAP QM and SAP GTS
• Experience in Power BI
• Proven ability to build and leverage relationships with senior-level clients  

 

What We Look For:

We are looking for candidates who are:

• Innovative and agile, with a purpose-driven mindset.
• Inclusive and able to work effectively in diverse teams.
• Passionate about technology and eager to learn and grow.
• Client-focused, with a strong commitment to delivering exceptional service.

 

What working at EY offers 

We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer: 

  

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around 

• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career 

• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you 

 

All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include: 

• Pension
• Discounted Health Insurance
• Web Doctor - Free unlimited online GP consultations for you and your family 
• The purchase of additional annual leave 
• Hybrid working
• Free Gym Membership
• Travel Pass
• Maternity & Paternity leave
• Bike to work Scheme
• Recognition Awards
• Cash incentives for referrals
• Work Mobile
• TECH MBA paid by EY
• Wellness rooms Available in some offices 

 

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.  

 

Career Progression 

• When you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one. 

• Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. 

• As you grow and develop here, you’ll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it’s as unique as you are - success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. 

• Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. 

• Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. 

• We have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees. 

 

About EY 

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. 

 

Inclusion & Diversity 

We hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected, practices are equitable and everyone experiences a sense of belonging: Inclusion, diversity, and equity are part of who we are at EY. We believe that the highest-performing teams maximize the power of different perspectives and backgrounds. These teams are both diverse and inclusive and are willing to invite and learn from other perspectives. Our ability to include various viewpoints into our mindsets, behaviours and operations is fundamental to driving innovation, building strong relationships, and delivering the best solutions for our clients. 

 

We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and building a culture where we support all our people to achieve their potential. You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.  

 

As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process. 

 

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.  

 

To help create the best experience during the recruitment process, please describe any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need. 

 

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. 

 

IMPORTANT: Where Agency assistance is required, our Talent Team will engage directly with suppliers. CVs / Profiles should not be shared directly with Hiring Managers. Unsolicited CVs / Profiles supplied to EY by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role. 

 

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