SAP MDM Project manager

Role Purpose:The SAP MDM Project Manager is responsible for leading the planning, governance, delivery, and operationalization of enterprise Master Data Management (MDM) solutions across SAP and non-SAP landscapes. The role ensures that master data governance frameworks, data quality controls, business processes, and technology platforms such as TIBCO EBX are implemented and managed in alignment with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and enterprise architecture standards.The role serves as the primary point of coordination between business stakeholders, data owners, governance councils, SAP functional teams, solution architects, security teams, integration teams, and implementation partners to deliver trusted, governed, and high-quality master data across the enterprise.Role Details – Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:Project Manage the delivery of an MDM (Tibco EBX)Transformation (Explore, design, build, test)Other Context (if applicable):• Role operates across multiple transformation streams (SAP S/4HANA, MDM, integrations, Tibco middleware)• Requires strong ability to work independently in a complex, matrix organizationFunctional/Technical CompetenciesMaster Data Governance and StrategyLead the development and execution of enterprise master data governance initiatives. Establish governance frameworks, policies, standards, and operating models for master data domains. Ensure alignment between business objectives, enterprise architecture, and master data strategy. Facilitate governance forums, steering committees, and decision-making bodies. Define and monitor governance KPIs and success measures. Promote standardization and harmonization of master data across business units and systems. Project and Program DeliveryManage end-to-end delivery of enterprise Tibco EBX initiatives. Develop project plans, schedules, resource plans, budgets, and delivery roadmaps. Manage project scope, risks, issues, dependencies, and escalations. Coordinate activities across business, functional, technical, integration, and vendor teams. Ensure successful delivery of project milestones, quality standards, and business outcomes. Provide regular project reporting to executive leadership and governance stakeholders. Solution Governance and OversightOversee the design and implementation of SAP S/4 & Tibco EBX-based master data solutions. Review data models, governance workflows, approval processes, and business rules. Support definition of target-state master data architecture and operating models. Data Quality and ComplianceDefine enterprise data quality standards and controls. Establish monitoring and reporting frameworks for master data quality. Stakeholder and Vendor ManagementEngage with executive sponsors, business leaders, and data owners. Facilitate requirements workshops and governance discussions. Resolve issues impacting project delivery and governance objectivesData Integration and Architecture CoordinationCoordinate integration activities between SAP S/4HANA, TIBCO EBX, and downstream systems. Support enterprise data synchronization and distribution strategies. Collaborate with integration teams to define interfaces, Events, APIs, services, and data exchange mechanisms. Ensure master data processes support enterprise reporting, analytics, AI, and automation initiatives. Oversee data migration, cleansing, and harmonization activities during transformation programs. Functional / Technical CompetenciesSAP Master Data Management ExpertiseStrong understanding of:SAP Master Data Governance or Tibco EBXSAP S/4HANA Overall Knowledge of:Business Partner Governance Customer Governance Supplier Governance Material Master Governance Financial Master Data Governance Organizational Master Data Governance Central Governance Processes Consolidation and Mass Processing TIBCO EBX KnowledgeWorking knowledge of:TIBCO EBX architecture and capabilities EBX data models and repositories Workflow and approval mechanisms Data quality integration capabilities Integration patterns between EBX and enterprise applications Data Governance and Data ManagementKnowledge of:Data Governance Frameworks, Ownership & Stewardship ModelsData Lifecycle Management Metadata Management & Data Classification Standards Data Quality Frameworks & Master Data Operating Models DAMA Data Management Principles Integration and Technical ArchitectureUnderstanding of:OData Services REST APIs SOAP Web Services Enterprise Service Bus (ESB) Concepts Data Migration Frameworks Data Replication Mechanisms Middleware Platforms Delivery and Governance FrameworksExperience with:Agile Delivery Frameworks Enterprise Architecture Governance PMO Governance Standards Data Governance Councils and Operating ModelsPersonal Characteristics and Required Background:Leadership & Stakeholder ManagementDemonstrated ability to lead complex enterprise data initiatives. Strong coordination and governance skills across cross-functional teams. Proven ability to manage executive-level stakeholders. Delivery and Governance FocusStrong planning and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously. Results-oriented with a focus on governance, quality, and business value realization. Strong risk and issue management capabilities.Experience5-10+ years of experience delivering enterprise SAP solutions. 5+ years managing Master Data Management or Enterprise Data Governance programs. Experience working with or supporting TIBCO EBX platforms within an enterprise data management landscape. Experience supporting SAP S/4HANA transformation programs. Experience of Retail Operations & Related Master DataPreferred CertificationsTibco & EBX CertificationsSAP S/4HANA Certification PMP (Project Management Professional) Agile/Scrum Certification DAMA Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP) Enterprise Architecture Certifications (desirable) Desirable ExperienceEnterprise Data Governance Programs Global Data Standardization Initiatives SAP S/4HANA Transformations Enterprise MDM Platform Deployments Data Migration and Data Harmonization Projects Multi-Domain MDM Implementations Retail Operations (Article/Item/Sku)