SAP Center of Excellence (COE) Data Support Lead at Fresenius Medical Care

Bengaluru, karnataka, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

SAP S/4HANA, Data Management, Data Governance, Incident Management, Data Quality, Data Validation, Root Cause Analysis, Data Migration, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, ITIL Processes, Agile Methodology, SAP Finance, SAP Logistics, SAP Basis, Automation

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

The Data Support Lead is accountable for the stability, quality, and governance of business data within the SAP S/4HANA Run (Sustain) environment. The role ensures that master data and transactional data issues are resolved efficiently, data quality is protected, and data governance processes are enforced, while supporting business continuity and compliance. This role bridges operations and data strategy, supporting immediate Run needs while preparing for the future-state Data organization. Goal of function: Act as the liaison between business process owners, functional consultants, and the offshore/onshore technical team. Responsibilities: 1. Data Run Operations & Support Own and coordinate day-to-day data support activities across SAP S/4HANA Run operations, including oversight of execution performed by internal and/or external resources. Master data (Customer, Vendor, Material, Finance data, etc.) Key transactional data issues impacting business operations Ensure timely resolution of: Data-related incidents Data correction requests Data inconsistencies across systems Act as escalation point for complex data issues impacting multiple modules. 2. Data Quality & Control Monitor and improve data quality KPIs (accuracy, completeness, consistency). Perform and coordinate: Data validation checks Reconciliation activities Root cause analysis for data errors Prevent recurrence through: Improved controls Process enhancements Training and documentation Coordinate data quality activities performed by data analysts or data maintenance resources, ensuring alignment with governance standards. 3. Data Governance & Process Enforcement Enforce data governance standards including: Naming conventions Ownership and stewardship Approval workflows Ensure data changes follow: Defined business rules Segregation of duties Audit and compliance requirements Support Master Data Governance (MDG) processes where applicable. 4. Incident, Problem & Change Collaboration Ensure effective task allocation, prioritization, and quality of data fixes performed during incident and change execution. Work closely with: SAP Service Manager Test Coordinator Release Manager Ensure data fixes are: Properly tested Approved Transported via controlled processes Participate in: Major incident management RCA discussions Release readiness activities 5. Stakeholder Engagement Internal: SAP Service Lead SAP COE Data Lead SAP Functional Leads Business Process Owners GBS Operations teams External: AMS Partners System Integrators Data tool vendors (if applicable) Responsibilities: Act as primary point of contact for data issues Communicate data risks and impacts to business Provide data quality and performance reporting Represent the Data Run and Maintenance capability in cross-functional forums and governance bodies. 6. Continuous Improvement & Automation Identify opportunities for: Reduction of recurring data incidents through operational controls Automation of data validation Self-service data corrections Workflow optimization Support: Data cleansing initiatives Archiving and volume management Preventive controls Contribute to the roadmap for future-state Data COE capability. 2) Stakeholder Engagement SAP Service Lead SAP Data Lead (future-state) SAP Functional Leads Business Process Owners GBS Operations teams AMS Partners System Integrators Data tool vendors (if applicable) Responsibilities: Act as primary point of contact for data issues Communicate data risks and impacts to business Provide data quality and performance reporting 3) Miscellaneous tasks: Capability development: Contribute to the design and gradual build-up of a Data Maintenance / Data Operations capability, including definition of roles, skills, operating procedures, and onboarding of resources as required. Tasks not performed regularly which are nevertheless a distinct part of the job, or special tasks / project work. Qualifications, experience, know-how and skills critical for success Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Minimum 12+ years of experience in SAP Master Data Management or Data Migration. Proven experience in AMS support projects, managing incident/change management. Certifications: SAP S/4HANA Certification (Data Migration, MDG, or relevant functional modules) is highly desirable. Familiarity with ITIL processes and, optionally, Agile/Activate methodology. Experience operating within GBS / Shared Services / COE models Prior experience managing or leading global, distributed teams in operational or support environments. Takes end-to-end accountability for data run stability, service performance, and risk management across the enterprise. Rapidly assesses complex, cross-domain data issues and drives resolution through clear prioritization and sustainable solutions. Remains calm and credible during major incidents and high-impact situations, providing clear direction and confident decision-making. Balances short-term operational needs with long-term data strategy, compliance, and scalability considerations. Aligns and influences senior stakeholders, business leaders, and delivery partners without reliance on direct authority. Frames data issues, risks, and investments in terms of business impact, outcomes, and value creation. Operational excellence driven: Sets high standards for data quality, controls, and service discipline, ensuring consistent execution and compliance. Champions continuous improvement, automation, and modernization of data support and maintenance capabilities. Designs, grows, and mentors scalable data operations and support teams to meet evolving enterprise needs. Communicates complex data and operational topics succinctly to executive audiences and governance forums. Proficiency in SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit (LTMC/LTMOM), Data Services, or LSMW. Experience with SAP Master Data Management. Excellent analytical skills to resolve complex, recurring data issues. Strong verbal and written communication, able to interact with senior stakeholders and business users. Meticulousness in handling data, ensuring accuracy and consistency. Tools knowledge :ITSM Tools: ServiceNow, JIRA Service Management, SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit, LSMW, SAP Data Services (BODS). Core SAP & Technical Skills Strong expertise in SAP S/4HANA Run Operations Solid understanding of: SAP Finance (FI/CO) SAP Logistics (MM, SD, PP, WM/EWM) SAP Basis & Technical Operations SAP Fiori, Authorizations, Interfaces Familiarity with SAP Solution Manager, Focused Run, ChaRM Understanding of SAP integrations (CPI, PI/PO, third-party systems) SAP Products SAP S/4HANA SAP BW/4HANA / SAC SAP Solution Manager / Focused Run SAP Fiori & UI5 SAP CPI / PI-PO Supporting Platforms ITSM tools (ServiceNow preferred) Monitoring tools (SAP ALM, APM, AIOps) Cloud platforms (AWS / Azure / GCP – SAP workloads) Please list requirements such as willingness to travel or work weekends or shifts etc. Travel upto 20% can be expected Ability to support CET timezone (End state will include US as well, need to revisit this at a later time) Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the #1 Top Workplace in the area. Let’s stay connected! Joining our talent network allows us to send you new job opportunities!

Responsibilities

The Data Support Lead is responsible for ensuring the stability, quality, and governance of business data within the SAP S/4HANA environment. This includes coordinating data support activities, monitoring data quality, enforcing governance standards, and engaging with stakeholders.