Introduction
A career in IBM Consulting is built on long-term client relationships and close collaboration worldwide. You’ll work with leading companies across industries, helping them shape their hybrid cloud and AI journeys. With support from our strategic partners, robust IBM technology, and Red Hat, you’ll have the tools to drive meaningful change and accelerate client impact. At IBM Consulting, curiosity fuels success. You’ll be encouraged to challenge the norm, explore new ideas, and create innovative solutions that deliver real results. Our culture of growth and empathy focuses on your long-term career development while valuing your unique skills and experiences.
Your Role And Responsibilities
As a SAP Data Conversion Lead at IBM, you will design, develop, and re-engineer complex application components and integrate software packages to drive mission-critical client results. You will apply a blend of consultative skills and technical expertise to facilitate the hybrid cloud and AI journey for global organizations.
A SAP Data Migration Consultant plays a vital role in ensuring data integrity and consistency during the implementation of SAP projects by managing the end-to-end migration lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Strategy & Project Planning :Develop and execute comprehensive data migration strategies for SAP Hybrid (Selective Data Transition, Bluefield, Rapid Move) or traditional Brownfield/Greenfield projects.Define scope, objectives, and deliverables while identifying and mitigating risks to ensure projects stay within timeline and budget.Implement \"early warning systems\" to proactively address potential delays in the migration timeline. Data Assessment & Quality ManagementAssess the readiness and quality of legacy data, defining robust rules for cleansing, enrichment, and data mapping and transformation logic Implement data modeling and quality management techniques to ensure accurate data reflects in the target system. Technical Execution & ETLDesign, develop, and execute migration programs and scripts using tools like SNP CrystalBridge or SAP standard migration tools.Coordinate the end-to-end Extraction, Transformation, and Loading (ETL) process from legacy systems to SAP.Troubleshoot technical migration activities promptly to resolve data-related issues. Testing & ValidationDesign and execute robust test plans, including unit, integration, and User Acceptance Tests (UAT), to guarantee functionality after migrated data against business and regulatory requirements to ensure absolute data integrity. Stakeholder Collaboration & MentorshipPartner with business stakeholders to understand data requirements and validation criteria.Collaborate with global experts, including the off shore centre and regional project teams, to maintain alignment on delivery.Provide guidance and mentorship to team members and analysts to foster an efficient working environment. Documentation, Training & ComplianceMaintain comprehensive documentation of migration processes, mapping rules, and validation criteria.Provide training and support to business users on migration tools and offer post-migration support.Ensure all activities comply with data security measures and organizational policies to protect sensitive information. Continous Improvement:Identify improvement opportunities for improving data migration processes and methodologiesStay updated with the latest SAP data migration tools and technology.
Required Technical And Professional Expertise
Experience: Minimum 6 years of experience in SAP Data Migration projects (Greenfield, Brownfield, or Hybrid/Selective Data Transition)Functional Expertise: Strong understanding of EAM data structures and business processes.Platform Knowledge: Proven expertise in SAP S/4HANA migration using SNP tools (such as CrystalBridge) or standard SAP tools.Soft Skills: Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to work in fast-paced, agile environments.