Data Readiness Lead

Working closely with business stakeholders, IT, and externa consultancy partner, you will define data standards, gather and challenge business requirements, help with data controls, and ensure data is fit for migration into SAP S/4HANA. The organisation currently lacks formal data definitions, governance frameworks, and data ownership structures, creating an opportunity for someone who can bring clarity, accountability, and structure to the programme.

You will be driving data readiness, validating requirements, monitoring progress, and addressing data quality issues before migration. Strong stakeholder management skills will be essential, as will the confidence to challenge existing practices and drive decision-making.

This role would suit a hands-on data professional with experience in SAP-enabled transformations who combines data governance expertise with strong programme delivery and stakeholder management skills.

Key Requirements

Experience leading data readiness, master data, or data governance initiatives within ERP transformation programmes

Strong understanding of data quality, data controls, data ownership, and governance frameworks

Experience defining data standards, business rules, and data validation processes

Ability to engage with business stakeholders to capture and challenge requirements

Knowledge of SAP S/4HANA programmes and associated data requirements

Strong project management, planning, and tracking skills

Confident, resilient, and able to drive accountability across multiple teams

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills