SAP MDG Lead

1 week ago

Sandton, South Africa Blue Pearl Full time R1 500 000 - R2 500 000 per year
Job Description
We are looking for a consultant who would be responsible for the design, implementation, and governance of master data management

solutions using SAP Master Data Governance (MDG). They would need to ensure that enterprise master data - including materials,

customers, vendors, and finance objects - is accurate, consistent, and compliant across all business systems.

Minimum requirement

• 10+ years of overall SAP experience, with 5+ years in SAP MDG (design, configuration, and implementation).

• Hands-on experience with at least 2 full-cycle SAP MDG implementations.

Experience and skill

Strong expertise in SAP MDG for Business Partner, Customer, Vendor, Material, and Financial Master Data.

• Experience with SAP S/4HANA MDG integration and data replication frameworks (DRF).

• Knowledge of workflow configuration, BRF+, data models, and UI customization.

• Familiarity with data migration tools (SAP Data Services, LSMW, or equivalent).

• Deep understanding of data governance principles, master data lifecycle management, and data quality frameworks.

• Proven experience collaborating with business, IT, and data governance teams to define standards and implement best practices.

Requirements

Certification

SAP Certified Application Associate - SAP Master Data Governance (C_MDG_xxx) (preferred).

• SAP S/4HANA certification (advantageous).

• Data Management or Governance certifications (e.g., DAMA DMBOK, CDMP) - advantageous.

• Project Management certification (SAP Activate, PMP, or PRINCE2) - beneficial.

Mandatory

Minimum years of hands-on experience with SAP MDG.

1. Proven experience in implementing and managing MDG for key domains:

Business Partner

Customer

Supplier

Finance (GL accounts, cost centres)

Material Master (if applicable)

2. SAP S/4HANA Experience

At least 2-3 years working with SAP S/4HANA, especially in MDG on S/4HANA environments.

Familiarity with data model extensions, UI configurations, and workflow management in S/4.

3. Banking Industry Experience

Minimum 3 years working in a regulated banking or financial services environment.

Experience with customer and vendor master data governance, KYC compliance, and financial master data controls. Data Governance &

Quality

Strong understanding of data governance frameworks, data quality rules, and validation mechanisms.

Experience implementing centralized governance, decentralized maintenance, and data replication strategies.

4. Integration & Technical Knowledge

Experience integrating MDG with:

SAP ECC/S/4HANA

Non-SAP systems

SAP Data Services, SLT, or MDG Consolidation

Familiarity with Fiori apps, BRF+, and workflow configuration.

5. Compliance & Audit

Understanding of data privacy regulations (e.g., POPIA, GDPR) and audit controls in banking.

Experience supporting internal and external audits related to master data.

6. Project Leadership

Experience leading MDG implementation or enhancement projects.

Ability to manage cross-functional teams and coordinate with business, IT, and compliance stakeholders.

7. Stakeholder Engagement

Strong communication skills for engaging with data owners, business units, and executive leadership.

Ability to translate governance requirements into technical solutions

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