Senior SAP Data Migration Lead

Cochlear's mission is to help people hear and be heard. As the global leader in implantable hearing solutions, Cochlear is dedicated to helping people with moderate to profound hearing loss experience a world full of sound. We aim to transform the way people understand and treat hearing loss and innovate to connect people with future technologies. Our employees tell us that the number one reason they enjoy working for Cochlear is the opportunity to make a difference to people's lives. Learn and grow with us as we tackle the most complex challenges in helping more people to experience a lifetime of hearing.

• 12 months contract +
• Immediate Interview and Start
• New project

The Senior SAP Data Migration Lead is responsible for defining and executing the end-to-end strategy for complex data migration initiatives within Cochlear's SAP transformation program. This role requires a leader who can set a clear direction, influence senior stakeholders, and drive decisive action to ensure successful outcomes. Acting as a trusted advisor to executive sponsors, data owners, and subject matter experts, the incumbent will provide strategic guidance, swiftly resolve issues, and maintain alignment with overarching business objectives

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Define and own the data migration strategy aligned with SAP roadmap and business priorities.
• Set clear direction for data owners, SMEs, and technical teams.
• Present plans, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership to secure buy-in.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strong relationships with senior leaders and SMEs to influence decisions.
• Facilitate executive workshops, translating complex requirements into actionable steps.
• Champion data migration, ensuring clarity of roles and responsibilities.

Problem Solving & Delivery

• Quickly resolve migration challenges and implement corrective actions.
• Drive accountability to meet milestones and escalate critical risks with clear solutions.

Execution

• Oversee all migration phases: profiling, cleansing, validation, and cutover.
• Enforce data quality standards and governance throughout the lifecycle.
• Lead technical teams in extracts, trial loads, and reconciliations.

Team Leadership

• Inspire and mentor cross-functional teams for high performance.
• Manage vendors and consultants to deliver on time and to standard.

Risk & Governance

• Identify and mitigate migration risks proactively.
• Ensure compliance with policies and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

• 8+ years of experience leading large-scale, complex data migration programs, preferably within SAP environments.
• Proven ability to influence and engage senior executives and business leaders.
• Deep expertise in SAP data models, migration tools (e.g., SAP Data Services, Syniti), and migration methodologies.
• Strong track record of delivering results in high-pressure, deadline-driven environments.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic thinker with advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to drive clarity, direction, and action in ambiguous or challenging situations.
• Strong commitment to data quality, accuracy, and governance.
• Flexible, resilient, and adaptable to changing priorities.

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