Location: Anywhere in Country

The opportunity
As organizations modernize their SAP landscapes, getting master data right is foundational to successful transformation. You'll sit at the intersection of business strategy and SAP technology - helping clients establish governance, elevate data quality, and execute data migration and MDG programs that support scalable operations and long-term value. This includes designing and applying comprehensive methods, practices, policies, tools, and processes to govern and control the entire lifecycle of data assets, performing maturity assessment, and advising on tools and roadmaps aligned to business objectives.

Your key responsibilitiesAs a Manager in Data Management and Strategy, you will be at the forefront of transforming data into a strategic asset for our clients. You will lead workstream delivery, ensuring that projects are completed on time and meet quality standards. Your role will involve engaging with clients daily, identifying opportunities for additional services, and managing engagement economics. You will also provide direction to your team, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages innovative solutions.

• Develop solutions to complex problems, recommending changes to policies and establishing procedures that affect immediate work areas.
• Exercise judgment in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
• Manage project status and deliverable completion while ensuring effective risk management.

Skills and attributes for successTo thrive in this role, you will need a blend of technical and interpersonal skills. Your ability to build and manage relationships will be crucial, as will your capacity to communicate with impact.

• Collaborate with business stakeholders and technical teams to translate business needs into scalable data solutions, while defining data strategy, quality standards, and governance frameworks across SAP and non-SAP landscapes.
• Direct cross-functional teams leveraging SAP data and integration tools (e.g., Data Services, Information Steward, MDG, Datasphere, Data Intelligence, Migration Cockpit; CPI, SLT, APIs) to ensure consistency, integration, and data integrity across workstreams.
• Demonstrated expertise in Data Privacy and Master Data Management.
• Strong understanding of Data Governance and Enterprise Strategy.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage change effectively.
• Excellent negotiation and influencing skills.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A bachelor's degree (4-year degree).
• Typically, no less than 4 - 6 years relevant experience with one or more SAP modules, including full-cycle implementations within your core area.
• Specialized experience across SAP data disciplines, including Data Migration, Master Data Management (MDG), Data Governance, Data Analytics, data quality programs, Enterprise IT Architecture, and related data management capabilities across SAP landscapes.
• Strong understanding of the SAP S/4HANA data model, including key simplification impacts, with hand-on experience supporting data and system migrations from SAP ECC to SAP S/4HANA environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including client-facing presentations and technical documentation.
• Proven experience leading SAP data projects or workstreams and managing project-based teams.
• Knowledge of leading practices and prior advisory experience across industry-specific finance and technology environments.
• A flexibility and willingness to travel to meet client needs; travel is estimated at 40-60%.

Ideally, you'll also have

• Experience in leading cross-functional teams.
• Certifications in SAP data management tools.
• A strong network within the industry.
• Advanced analytical skills to drive data-driven decision-making.

What we look forWe seek individuals who are not only technically proficient but also possess the ability to inspire and lead teams. Top performers demonstrate a passion for innovation, a commitment to excellence, and the ability to navigate complex challenges with ease.

What we offer you
At EY, we'll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We'll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.

• We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $125,500 to $230,200. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $150,700 to $261,600. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
• Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.
• Under our flexible vacation policy, you'll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You'll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
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