SAP MDG Programme Manager

SAP MDG Programme Manager

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Summary: The SAP MDG Programme Manager will lead a Greenfield SAP MDG implementation for a large, multi-country consumer goods organization. This role requires a blend of strategic oversight, hands-on programme delivery, and technical understanding of the MDG solution. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in SAP Master Data Governance and strong programme management skills. The position is classified as outside IR35 and is available for an immediate start.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead end-to-end delivery of a Greenfield SAP MDG implementation across multiple countries and business units.
  • Define and drive the overall programme strategy, timelines, milestones, risk mitigation plans, and budget controls.
  • Engage and manage third-party suppliers and system integrators to ensure delivery performance and alignment with project objectives.
  • Act as the main point of contact between business stakeholders, technical teams, and external partners.
  • Provide leadership in defining and governing master data models, workflows, and governance processes in line with SAP MDG best practices.
  • Work closely with data owners, IT, and business units to ensure alignment on data standards, policies, and compliance.
  • Manage stakeholder communications and reporting at executive and programme board level.

Key Skills:

  • Proven experience delivering at least one Greenfield SAP MDG implementation in a large, complex organisation-ideally within the consumer goods/FMCG sector.
  • Strong programme management background with successful delivery of multi-country SAP initiatives.
  • Deep understanding of SAP MDG data models, governance frameworks, and technical components.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage large external partners/SIs.
  • Experience in setting up and managing governance frameworks and data ownership models across a global landscape.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Able to work effectively in a fast-paced, matrixed, and culturally diverse environment.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

SAP MDG Programme Manager - Outside IR35 Contract - ASAP start

Our leading global client is seeking an experienced SAP MDG Programme Manager to lead a Greenfield SAP MDG implementation within a large, multi-country consumer goods organisation. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in SAP Master Data Governance (MDG), combined with strong programme management and supplier management capabilities.

This is a high-impact leadership role requiring a blend of strategic oversight, hands-on programme delivery, and technical understanding of the MDG solution, data models, and governance structures.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead end-to-end delivery of a Greenfield SAP MDG implementation across multiple countries and business units.
  • Define and drive the overall programme strategy, timelines, milestones, risk mitigation plans, and budget controls.
  • Engage and manage third-party suppliers and system integrators to ensure delivery performance and alignment with project objectives.
  • Act as the main point of contact between business stakeholders, technical teams, and external partners.
  • Provide leadership in defining and governing master data models, workflows, and governance processes in line with SAP MDG best practices.
  • Work closely with data owners, IT, and business units to ensure alignment on data standards, policies, and compliance.
  • Manage stakeholder communications and reporting at executive and programme board level.

Key Requirements:

  • Proven experience delivering at least one Greenfield SAP MDG implementation in a large, complex organisation-ideally within the consumer goods/FMCG sector.
  • Strong programme management background with successful delivery of multi-country SAP initiatives.
  • Deep understanding of SAP MDG data models, governance frameworks, and technical components.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage large external partners/SIs.
  • Experience in setting up and managing governance frameworks and data ownership models across a global landscape.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Able to work effectively in a fast-paced, matrixed, and culturally diverse environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • SAP MDG or SAP S/4HANA certifications (desirable).
  • Familiarity with tools like SAP Solution Manager, ARIS, or Agile delivery frameworks in SAP contexts.
  • Experience working in or with multinational consumer goods companies.

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