SAP MDG Supplier Master Functional Lead

Location: Remote (Preferred: Seattle, WA or Dallas, TX)
Employment Type: Full-time ($170,000-$180,000)

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced SAP MDG Supplier Master Functional Lead to lead Supplier Master Data Governance initiatives across enterprise SAP environments. This role requires deep expertise in SAP MDG-S (Supplier Master), SAP S/4HANA, and supplier lifecycle management processes. The ideal candidate will work closely with business and IT stakeholders to design, implement, and support Supplier Master governance solutions while ensuring data quality, compliance, and operational efficiency.

Required Skills

• SAP MDG-S (Supplier Master)
• SAP S/4HANA
• SAP Business Partner Framework
• SAP MM Procurement Processes
• Supplier Onboarding & Governance
• BRF+ Configuration
• Workflow Configuration
• Data Replication Framework (DRF)
• SAP Fiori Applications
• SAP Ariba Integration
• Master Data Governance & Data Quality
• Functional Specification Development
• Testing, Deployment & Production Support

Key Responsibilities

Functional Leadership

• Lead SAP MDG Supplier Master design, configuration, and implementation activities.
• Facilitate business workshops and gather functional requirements from stakeholders.
• Define supplier governance processes, approval workflows, and data management standards.
• Provide leadership through design, build, testing, deployment, and hypercare phases.

SAP MDG Configuration

• Configure SAP MDG Supplier data models and governance processes.
• Design and configure Change Request Types, workflows, and business rules.
• Develop BRF+ validations, derivations, and duplicate-checking rules.
• Support SAP Fiori-based Supplier Master governance applications.
• Partner with technical teams on enhancements, integrations, and custom solutions.

Supplier Data Governance

• Establish and enforce supplier data standards, governance policies, and controls.
• Lead supplier onboarding and maintenance process improvements.
• Support data quality initiatives, cleansing efforts, and deduplication activities.
• Ensure compliance with procurement, financial, and regulatory requirements.

Integration & Collaboration

• Collaborate with Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance, and Accounts Payable teams.
• Support integrations between SAP MDG, SAP S/4HANA, SAP ECC, Ariba, and third-party platforms.
• Partner with data migration teams during supplier conversion and transformation initiatives.
• Coordinate SIT, UAT, and production validation testing activities.

Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary functional lead for Supplier Master Data initiatives.
• Advise business and IT leadership on governance strategies and best practices.
• Develop functional specifications, process documentation, training materials, and governance policies.
• Mentor junior consultants and offshore team members.

Required Qualifications

• 3-5+ full lifecycle SAP MDG implementation projects.
• Strong expertise in SAP MDG Supplier Master (MDG-S).
• Hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA and Business Partner concepts.
• Strong understanding of Supplier Lifecycle Management (SLM) processes.
• Experience supporting procurement and supplier master data governance initiatives.
• Proven experience facilitating workshops and managing stakeholder relationships.
• Strong knowledge of supplier onboarding, data quality, and governance best practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience integrating SAP MDG with SAP Ariba.
• Knowledge of Data Replication Framework (DRF).
• Experience in large-scale SAP transformation or migration programs.
• Prior experience supporting aerospace, manufacturing, or enterprise procurement organizations.

Soft Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong presentation and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience leading onsite and offshore teams.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to support a major SAP transformation initiative at Boeing.
• Remote work flexibility.
• High-impact role driving enterprise supplier data governance and process excellence.
• Collaborative environment with cross-functional business and technology teams.

Interested candidates should have demonstrated SAP MDG Supplier Master implementation experience and a strong background in supplier governance within SAP S/4HANA environments.

Please send me your resume and Linked IN profile for immediate consideration.

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