Senior Data Migration and Data Cleansing Expert

At SNCB/NMBS we want to become data-driven. We strive to make data a shared asset giving all stakeholders a common view of the company. We provide users with the tools they need to analyse and explore data, and generate insights that improve customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.

As a SAP Data Migration and Synchronization Architect you will help us make our upcoming move to S/4HANA a success. Your contribution will allow us to start our journey with the best possible data and you will make sure we keep the right pace and objectives in focus, to ensure smooth go-lives. Later, your role will be instrumental to ensure Ypto and the NMBS/SNCB continue to reap the benefit of our investments in data both in S/4HANA and in connected systems.

Key responsabilities:

• Coordinate the efforts of preparing our data in SAP Business Suite and connected systems (SuccessFactors, Ariba, FI-CA, CRM,..) for the move to the new ERP solution (S/4HANA with a number of SAP Satellite solutions) by collaborating with Domain Architects, Business Area Leads, and both technical and functional teams;
• Help our SAP teams and business to work on data cleansing and data quality in view of the move to the new ERP solution;
• Validate the plan of the System Implementation partner in terms of data migration and data synchronization strategies, and report to the program leadership in this regard;
• Work with functional and technical colleagues to execute the data migration to the new ERP landscape, alongside the System Implementation Partner’s teams;
• Validate the actual execution by the functional teams and SIs of the data migration, and report to the program leadership in this regard;
• Work with the System Implementation and Run partners for data synchronisation of the SAP data to the legacy applications and coordinate the smooth operation of all interfaces and data extractors with the SAP teams;
• Organise lessons learned for a next migration project and ensure that the organisation learns;
• Collaborate with the System Implementation Partner to organize and coordinate the data loads within the move to the new ERP landscape.
• Once the move to S/4HANA is complete, work with the SAP Data Governance Architect to maintain the data consistency across SAP and connected applications;

Requirements

• Critical requirement: you have at least 8 years relevant experience in SAP projects, data management, data governance or data migration from SAP business suite to SAP S/4HANA and/or satellite solutions;
• Critical requirement: you have at least 5 years experience in migrating data from SAP Business Suite to SAP S/4HANA or satellite SAP-solutions;
• Critical requirement: you have knowledge of at least 4 of the following SAP solutions and their data model (S/4HANA (all modules), BTP, Ariba, Successfactors, Intelligent Business Planning, Intelligent Asset Management, Cloud-for-Customer, Customer Data Cloud);

• Critical requirement: you have used during at least 3 project life cycles at least 3 of the following tools: BRF, BRF+, LSMW, SAP MDG, SAP Migration Cockpit,.. You know what tool to choose for which occasion;
• You understand the SAP data model across a wide range of functionalities (financials, maintenance and repair operations, supply chain, HR, customer service and contract management, procurement), and are an evangelist for the SAP One Data Model;

• You understand the SAP data model and can explain the importance of data preparation and data quality within a data migration effort;

• You have experience in collaborating with a diverse group of stakeholders (business, SI, technical and functional staff);
• You have proven experience and enjoyed working in both a consolidated team and in a number of parallel projects, including with 3^rd party or offshore colleagues;
• You have excellent written and oral communication skills, and can summarize and present technical information to non-technical audiences;
• You have a can-do mentality, like to roll up your sleeves and not walk away from an issue, no matter when and why it occurs: fix the problem, don’t blame others;
• Critical requirement: You have a good knowledge of English and (Dutch or French):

PS. Critical requirements must be clearly visible as experience in your CV when applying for this function. Do not apply when not fulfilled.

Our offer

Within our open corporate culture, you contribute to the digital transformation of SNCB. You will have a job with social impact and ample opportunity to make your own contribution. In addition to a good work-life balance and a competitive salary, you will receive the following benefits:

• the possibility to work remotely + flexible working hours;
• 35 days of leave;
• a company car + a public transport season ticket;
• a target bonus ;
• a comprehensive insurance package (affiliation without own contribution, excl. outpatient costs for family members);
  • hospitalisation and dental care for the whole family;
  • outpatient costs (= medical costs separate from hospitalisation);
  • group insurance: supplementary pension, work disability and death (cafeteria plan);
  • accidents at work (extralegal);
• meal vouchers and eco-vouchers;
• net allowances for remote working and carwash + internet budget.