Job Openings Global Master Data Consultant

About the job Global Master Data Consultant

ERP / SAP Master Data Consultant

Location: Remote (onshore, nearshore, and offshore candidates considered)
Work Hours: Must overlap at least 4-6 hours with U.S. CST or EST
Assignment Length: 6 months (extension likely)
Language Requirement: Fluent in English (written and spoken)

Position Overview

This role supports multiple large-scale global transformation initiatives focused on ERP and SAP data conversion, migration, and ongoing master data governance. You will work closely with senior data specialists to ensure accuracy, integrity, and compliance of enterprise data across several business domains.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong business acumen, critical thinking skills, and the ability to work independently in a complex global environment.

Scope of Work

This role may support multiple global projects simultaneously. The primary data domains include:

  • Customer

  • Product

  • Direct and Indirect Materials

  • Vendor / Supplier

  • Financial Data

  • Hierarchies (Customer and Product)

Responsibilities & Key Activities

Data Conversion & Migration

  • Prepare and validate data for system conversion and migration

  • Lead and support data cleansing and harmonization efforts

  • Coordinate cross-functional teams involved in data preparation

  • Perform SAP S/4 value mapping and data construction

  • Align domain-level data requirements and mappings

  • Create and execute test data

  • Investigate issues and drive resolution

  • Support change management and training activities

Master Data Governance

  • Gather and document functional requirements

  • Align business requirements with global governance standards

  • Supervise testing activities and validate results

  • Build and manage master data records

  • Test and support governance tools and workflows

  • Maintain governance documentation

  • Support cut-over activities and post-go-live hypercare

Project Administration

  • Maintain task updates and project tracking tools

  • Monitor dependencies and address issues proactively

  • Keep data documentation current and accurate

  • Support senior consultants with administrative and technical deliverables

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or related field

  • 5+ years of experience in master data management

  • Strong understanding of master and transactional data structures

  • Experience with SAP MDG workflows and governance design

  • Data quality rule design and testing experience

  • SAP Fiori UI experience preferred

  • ERP data governance tool experience a plus

  • Business-focused candidates preferred over purely technical profiles

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Detail-oriented while maintaining strategic perspective

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder influence skills

  • Experience working across regions and cultures

  • Ability to travel up to 25% internationally

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

  • SAP experience preferred