SAP Transformation Data Management and Cutover Advisor

Location

Halton Regional District, ON | Canada

Job description

Be part of Deliver Digital!

As a key contributor to the Region’s Digital Strategy, you will contribute to organizational excellence and the continued success of your team by leveraging technology to reimagine how work gets done; developing improved business processes and ultimately an enhanced and enriching employee experience. As part of the SAP Transformation team, you will influence and support the SAP technical upgrade and future design as well as:

• Experience the depth and intensity of project from inception to implementation
• Build on and learn new skills related to project execution, change management, and innovation
• Develop in-depth knowledge of SAP S/4 HANA functionality; learn it’s capability and how it can improve the way we work
• Gain opportunities for additional long term growth
• Obtain valuable experience as part of a project team and work with experienced consultants and leaders from other divisions and departments

At Halton Region, we treat everyone with respect, honesty, fairness and trust. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve. Halton Region is committed to providing accommodation to individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. 

As an employer of choice, Halton Region recognizes the many benefits of hybrid work arrangements including flexibility and better work-life balance for our employees. This position is eligible for our Hybrid Work Program.

Posting ID: 2908
Department: Digital & Information Services
Division: Business Solutions & Process Transformation
Pay Range: $85,787 - $114,364
Job Type: Temporary > 1 year
Contract Duration:12 months  
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Work Location: 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville, Ontario 
Employee Group: OCT
Posting Date: February 16, 2024 
Application Deadline: March 8, 2024 

Please note this is a non-complement position. Permanent full-time employees will not be considered for a non-complement temporary position unless the temporary position is part of their Talent Development Plan. For more information on eligibility for non-complement positions, please refer to the Talent Management - Recruit Temporary, Intern, Apprentice and Student Positions Procedure.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Manager, SAP Transformation the Data Management and Cutover Lead will be responsible for supporting the Region through SAP Transformation and stabilization.  By working closely with the Business and D&IS teams you will be responsible for ensuring Data is managed effectively throughout the region as it relates to SAP and interfacing systems.  Data Management is an integral part of the SAP S/4HANA transformation success and improvements in how we manage data across the organization will be a key deliverable of this role.  In conjunction with Data management, the role will be responsible for leading cutover activities as we migrate from legacy systems, SAP ECC6, etc and move towards SAP S/4HANA.

Duties & Responsibilities

Data Management: 

• Overall responsibility for the work products, deliverables, and management of the data owners
• Manage data owners through data profiling and cleansing activities, as related to SAP 
• Responsible for evaluation and management of Master Data in SAP through all stages of transformation
• Define Master Data management rules for SAP and SAP impacted systems
• Identify Master Data requirements across multiple platforms and integration points to create Master Data management framework in SAP
• Evaluate SAP Transformation project phases to determine data points for reporting and process improvement. 
• Work closely with business users and System Integration teams to develop the detailed data migration plan 
• Contribute to, review and approve the Data Object Master
• Contribute to and review the Data Conversion Functional Specifications and Data Construction Documents
• Coordinate and participate in data design discussions
• Oversee data mapping logic creation and support development of load programs (RICEFW or through partner Data X tool)
• Designing, developing, and modifying data infrastructure to accelerate the processes of data analysis and reporting
• Developing standards of operation when handling and archiving data
• Maintaining data management plans and instructions for operating complex business systems
• Co-Create and publish the mock load and verification process and templates
• Co-facilitate and co-lead all mock loads and verification/validation cycles

Data Management(Contd)

• Co-lead the resolution of data related defects
• Support data related testing activities
• Participate in data related security testing, as required
• Contribute to and review the data load sequencing and contribute to cutover tasks and cutover plan
• Support data related activities in the mock and real cutovers
• Participate in Hypercare 

Cutover:

• Work closely with the system integration team and partner cutover lead to develop the cutover strategy and detailed cutover plan.
• Oversee and engage The Region resources through the execution of the region led cutover activities during cutover cycles and production cutover
• Contribute to the development of the business continuity planning as part of deployment planning
• Contribute to the development of the Go/No Go presentation and meetings
• Participate in daily cutover meetings during production cutover
• Participate in defect triage meetings and oversee resolution of cutover related issues assigned to the region
• Provide input on non-functional requirements (e.g. BASIS, Security, infrastructure) as applicable

Skills & Qualifications

Essential: 

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, statistics, mathematics, or related field.
• At least three years prior experience in having led SAP cutovers 
• Proven experience managing data.
• Thorough and proven understanding of data management and administrative policies.
• Familiar with modern, high-tech databases and IT systems.
• Attention to detail
• Ability to complete multiple tasks with multiple deadlines.
• Excellent at problem-solving under pressure.
• High-level verbal and written communication skills.
• Confident in making good decisions with given information.
• Leadership experience with good interpersonal and team skills.
• Experience in multidimensional data modeling
• Experience with at least one major BI/Reporting Application.
• Ability to lead cross-functional team communication and develop cross-functional partnerships.
• Excellent grasp of data structures and interaction between applications and data.

Preferred:

• Structured thinker, result oriented person passionate about data driven decision making
• Should possess good communication capabilities. Should be a team player who is results driven, adaptable, inspirational, organized and quality focused\Ability to handle complex problems from design to execution and deliver in time bound manner under constraints.
• Familiarity with SAP Deployment and Cutover methodology
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage by influence within and across various IT and business disciplines
• Strong negotiation skills
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Deep experience in MS Office, particularly Project
  

Working/ Employment Conditions

• The successful candidate will be made an offer of employment on condition that the Regional Municipality of Halton receives a current (obtained within the past six (6) months), original and acceptable Criminal Records Check, by the first day of employment.

Important information about your application:

• In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/11 – Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.  If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require.  
• Please submit your application online. We will accommodate individual needs for applicants with disabilities and others who are not able to apply online. If you experience any issues with submitting your application, please contact HR Access at 905-825-6000 extension 7700.   
• Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specified on the posting.
• We encourage applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
• Personal information collected through the job application process will only be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment.
• If selected for an interview, you will be contacted by email and/or phone. Please ensure the contact information provided on your resume is up to date and that you check your email and voicemail regularly.

Halton Region serves more than 624,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to delivering high-quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work. We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community. At Halton, you are encouraged to grow and succeed in your career and are recognized for your accomplishments and contributions. As an employee, you will be part of a progressive, service-focused, and award-winning employer with a diverse and inclusive work environment.

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$85.79k - $114.36k per year