Job description
Job title : Master Data Expert
- Finance Location : Hyderabad Opella is the self-care challenger with the purest and third-largest portfolio in the Over-The-Counter (OTC) & Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements (VMS) market globally . Our mission is to bring health in people’s hands by making self-care as simple as it should be . For half a billion consumers worldwide – and counting. At the core of this mission is our 100 loved brands , our 11,000-strong global team, our 13 best-in-class manufacturing sites and 4 specialized science and innovation development centers. Headquartered in France, Opella is the proud maker of many of the world’s most loved brands, including Allegra, Buscopan, Doliprane, Dulcolax, Enterogermina, Essentiale and Mucosolvan. B Corp certified in multiple markets , we are active players in the journey towards healthier people and planet. Find out more about our mission at www.opella.com .
About the job
We are seeking an experienced SAP MDG Finance Techno-Functional Lead to support a major Finance Master Data transformation and SAP MDG implementation within a global healthcare organization. This is a manager-level, hands-on role that requires a strong combination of SAP Finance Master Data process knowledge and SAP MDG technical capabilities.
The successful candidate will work closely with Finance, Data Governance, Enterprise Architecture, SAP ERP, integration, and implementation teams to design and deliver scalable Finance Master Data solutions. The role will be responsible for leading the end-to-end SAP MDG Finance workstream, including requirements analysis, solution design, configuration, data modeling, workflow design, integration, testing, migration, deployment, and post-go-live stabilization.
Main responsibilities: SAP MDG Finance Solution Leadership Lead the techno-functional design and implementation of SAP MDG for Finance Master Data. Serve as the primary subject matter expert for SAP MDG-F across business process, functional design, configuration, workflow, data model, and integration areas. Translate Finance and Data Governance requirements into scalable SAP MDG solution designs.
Lead current-state assessments, fit-gap analysis, future-state process design, solution architecture, configuration, testing, deployment, and stabilization. Ensure the SAP MDG solution aligns with Finance transformation objectives, enterprise architecture standards, and the SAP S/4HANA roadmap. Review technical and functional designs produced by internal teams and implementation partners.
Identify opportunities to use standard SAP MDG capabilities and minimize unnecessary customization. Finance Master Data Expertise Provide techno-functional expertise across Finance Master Data domains, including: General Ledger Accounts Chart of Accounts Cost Centers Profit Centers Company Codes Business Areas Functional Areas Internal Orders Financial hierarchies Consolidation-related master data Finance reference data and organizational structures Understand how Finance Master Data is used across SAP FI, SAP CO, financial reporting, planning, consolidation, tax, treasury, and analytics.
Define global data standards, field definitions, naming conventions, validation requirements, and lifecycle rules. Support the harmonization of Finance Master Data across countries, business units, and ERP platforms. Ensure alignment between master data structures and global Finance business processes. SAP MDG Configuration and Development Configure and enhance SAP MDG Finance processes, including: Change request types Workflow steps and approval routing User interfaces Business activities Data models Entity types Relationships Field properties Validations and derivations Duplicate checks Search capabilities Number ranges Edition and hierarchy management Configure SAP MDG Business Rule Framework Plus, or BRF+, for validations, derivations, and workflow routing.
Support configuration of Floorplan Manager and SAP MDG user interfaces. Design and support custom enhancements using SAP enhancement frameworks when standard functionality is insufficient. Work with ABAP developers to define and review: Business Add-Ins Enhancement spots Custom classes Workflow agents User exits Custom validations and derivations Data replication enhancements Troubleshoot configuration, workflow, data model, and integration issues.
Perform root-cause analysis and coordinate technical resolution of SAP MDG defects. Workflow and Governance Design Design end-to-end workflows for Finance Master Data creation, change, extension, blocking, and retirement. Configure rule-based workflow routing based on master data type, business unit, geography, risk, and approval authority.
Define roles for Data Owners, Data Stewards, Finance Process Owners, Shared Services, and Technology teams. Implement segregation-of-duties and approval controls within SAP MDG workflows. Ensure workflow designs support auditability, regulatory expectations, and internal control requirements. Develop escalation, rejection, rework, delegation, and exception-handling processes.
Support workflow monitoring and continuous optimization. Integration and Data Replication Design integration between SAP MDG and SAP S/4HANA, SAP ECC, Central Finance, consolidation, planning, reporting, and downstream applications. Configure and support Finance Master Data replication using technologies such as: Data Replication Framework IDoc Web services SAP Application Link Enabling Remote Function Calls SAP Integration Suite APIs Define replication models, target systems, filters, mappings, and distribution rules.
Support key mapping and value mapping between source and target systems. Troubleshoot replication failures, interface errors, and synchronization issues. Collaborate with middleware, integration, and ERP teams to ensure accurate and timely data distribution. Ensure approved master data is consistently replicated to all required consuming systems.
Data Modeling and Enhancements Review and extend the standard SAP MDG Finance data model when required. Define custom entities, attributes, relationships, and business rules. Assess whether requirements should be addressed through configuration, data model extension, or custom development. Ensure data model changes are scalable, supportable, and aligned with enterprise standards.
Develop clear functional and technical specifications for enhancements. Review technical designs, code, and test results with development teams. Ensure custom solutions follow SAP best practices and organizational development standards. Data Migration and Initial Load Lead the techno-functional aspects of Finance Master Data migration into SAP MDG and target ERP systems.
Define source-to-target mappings, transformation rules, data-cleansing requirements, and validation controls. Support data extraction, profiling, deduplication, enrichment, conversion, and reconciliation. Work with migration teams to design initial-load and mass-upload approaches. Support migration using SAP Migration Cockpit, Data Services, custom upload programs, APIs, or other approved tools.
Validate loaded master data against business and technical acceptance criteria. Support mock migrations, cutover rehearsals, production cutover, and post-load reconciliation. Resolve data-quality and technical issues discovered during migration cycles. Data Quality and Controls Define and implement validation, derivation, completeness, uniqueness, and consistency rules for Finance Master Data.
Ensure rules are implemented at the appropriate stage of the SAP MDG process. Support integration with enterprise data-quality and data-governance tools where applicable. Define data-quality KPIs and operational monitoring reports. Identify recurring data issues and recommend preventive controls. Ensure Finance Master Data supports audit, compliance, and financial-control requirements.
Partner with Data Governance teams to align SAP MDG with enterprise policies and standards. Testing and Deployment Define the SAP MDG Finance testing strategy and test coverage. Lead or support: Unit testing Functional testing System integration testing User acceptance testing Regression testing Performance testing Security testing Develop detailed test scenarios for workflows, validations, derivations, data replication, hierarchy management, and exception handling.
Coordinate defect triage and resolution across functional, technical, integration, and business teams. Support transport management and deployment across development, quality, and production environments. Lead cutover planning and go-live readiness activities. Provide post-go-live support and stabilization. Security and Access Management Define SAP MDG roles and authorization requirements in collaboration with SAP Security teams.
Ensure users have appropriate access based on their responsibilities. Support the design of Data Owner, Data Steward, Approver, Requester, Administrator, and Support roles. Ensure segregation-of-duties requirements are incorporated into the solution. Support authorization testing and resolution of access-related issues.
Program and Stakeholder Management Lead the SAP MDG Finance techno-functional workstream across global and regional teams. Partner with Finance leaders, Global Process Owners, Data Owners, Data Stewards, architects, developers, and implementation partners. Facilitate design workshops and decision-making sessions. Manage workstream plans, deliverables, dependencies, risks, issues, and decisions.
Provide clear status updates to program leadership and senior stakeholders. Coordinate onshore, offshore, internal, and vendor resources. Review implementation partner deliverables and ensure quality and adherence to agreed standards. Mentor SAP MDG consultants, analysts, developers, and Data Stewards. Documentation and Knowledge Transfer Develop and maintain: Solution design documents Functional specifications Technical specifications Configuration documents Data model documentation Workflow designs Interface specifications Test scripts Operating procedures Support documentation Create training materials and user guides.
Conduct knowledge-transfer sessions for Finance users, Data Stewards, SAP support teams, and administrators. Support the transition of the implemented solution to application maintenance and support teams.
About you
Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. 10 or more years of experience in SAP, Finance Master Data, master data management, or enterprise applications. Strong techno-functional experience with SAP Master Data Governance for Financials.
Experience leading or supporting at least one full-cycle SAP MDG Finance implementation. Strong understanding of SAP FI and SAP CO processes and master data. Hands-on experience with SAP MDG configuration, including change requests, workflow, data models, validations, derivations, and user interfaces. Experience with BRFplus and rule-based workflow.
Experience with the Data Replication Framework and SAP master data replication. Understanding of ABAP concepts and the ability to work effectively with ABAP development teams. Experience defining Business Add-Ins, enhancements, interfaces, custom validations, and technical specifications. Experience with SAP ECC and/or SAP S/4HANA.
Experience with master data migration, data mapping, cleansing, validation, and reconciliation. Strong understanding of data governance, data ownership, stewardship, and data-quality principles. Experience working with integrations, APIs, IDocs, web services, or middleware platforms. Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills.
Experience working in global transformation or multi-country implementation programs. Strong communication, facilitation, documentation, and stakeholder-management skills. Ability to communicate effectively with both business and technical stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
SAP certification in SAP MDG, SAP S/4HANA Finance, SAP FI/CO, or a related area. Experience in healthcare, consumer healthcare, pharmaceutical, medical device, or life sciences organizations. Experience with SAP Central Finance or SAP Group Reporting. Experience with SAP Fiori and SAP Business Workflow. Knowledge of Floorplan Manager and Web Dynpro applications.
Experience with SAP Integration Suite, SAP Process Integration, SAP Process Orchestration, or similar middleware technologies. Understanding of SAP MDG consolidation and mass-processing capabilities. Experience with cloud data-governance, metadata-management, or data-quality platforms. Familiarity with Informatica data governance or data quality solutions is an advantage.
Experience implementing SAP MDG in a regulated environment. Experience working with Global Business Services or Finance Shared Services. Experience managing implementation partners and offshore delivery teams. Familiarity with SAP Activate, Agile, Scrum, or hybrid delivery methodologies. Technical Skills The ideal candidate should have experience in several of the following areas: SAP MDG-F SAP S/4HANA Finance SAP FI and CO BRFplus Rule-based workflow Data Replication Framework IDocs and ALE Web services and APIs Floorplan Manager Web Dynpro SAP Fiori SAP Business Workflow ABAP enhancement concepts Business Add-Ins and enhancement frameworks Key mapping and value mapping SAP Solution Manager or Cloud ALM SAP Integration Suite or middleware technologies Data migration and mass-upload tools Finance Master Data hierarchy management Key Competencies SAP MDG Finance techno-functional expertise Finance Master Data process knowledge Solution architecture and design Workflow and business-rule configuration Data modeling and integration Technical troubleshooting Data migration and reconciliation Data governance and data quality Global transformation delivery Stakeholder and vendor management Team leadership and mentoring Strong analytical and problem-solving skills What Success Looks Like The successful candidate will: Deliver a stable, scalable, and supportable SAP MDG Finance solution.
Establish standardized global Finance Master Data processes. Translate complex Finance requirements into effective technical and functional solutions. Reduce manual processing, duplication, and inconsistent local practices. Improve the accuracy, completeness, governance, and auditability of Finance Master Data. Ensure reliable integration and replication across SAP and non-SAP systems.
Build strong collaboration between Finance, Data Governance, Technology, and implementation teams. Support successful user adoption and transition into ongoing operations. Create a sustainable foundation for future SAP S/4HANA and Finance transformation initiatives. Why us? At Opella, you will enjoy doing challenging, purposeful work, empowered to develop consumer brands with passion and creativity.
This is your chance to grow new skills and be part of a bold, collaborative, and inclusive culture where people can thrive and be at their best every day. We Are Challengers. We are dedicated to making self-care as simple as it should be. That starts with our culture. We are challengers by nature, and this is how we do things: All In Together: We keep each other honest and have each other's backs.
Courageous: We break boundaries and take thoughtful risks with creativity. Outcome-Obsessed: We are personally accountable, driving sustainable impact and results with integrity. Radically Simple: We strive to make things simple for us and simple for consumers, as it should be. Join us on our mission. Health. In your hands.