Job Description
Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly experienced End-to-End Data Migration Lead to drive data migration for a complex, multi-platform retail transformation program. This role requires ownership across a diverse ecosystem of merchandising, supply chain, finance, warehouse management, order management, master data, wholesale, retail, and downstream retail systems including logistics partners, point-of-sale platforms, and integration layers.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can mobilize from Day 0, bringing deep expertise in retail data domains, large-scale migration delivery, and cross-platform data orchestration. They will lead the full lifecycle of data migration—from strategy through execution—working closely with business, functional, and technical teams to ensure high-quality, business-ready data across all platforms.
Key Responsibilities:
Define and lead the enterprise-wide data migration strategy across SAP, Blue Yonder (BY), Manhattan, Stibo MDM, and downstream systems.
Own scope, planning, execution, and governance of all data migration activities across the program.
Establish migration roadmap, milestones, KPIs, and cutover strategy aligned with overall transformation timelines.
Ensure seamless data flow and consistency across upstream, core, and downstream systems.
Drive data migration across a complex retail landscape including SAP Retail (Fashion Management and CAR), Blue Yonder, Manhattan (MAO/WMS), MDM, and downstream systems (3PL, POS, eCommerce, integration layers such as Comestri).
Ensure alignment of data models, hierarchies, and business rules across all systems.
Manage dependencies and sequencing between systems during migration and cutover.
Lead migration of key retail data domains such as product/article/SKU hierarchies, site/store/DC structures, pricing and promotions, inventory and supply chain data, and customer/vendor master data.
Apply deep understanding of retail processes and data semantics to ensure business usability.
Ensure data consistency across planning, execution, and transactional systems.
Oversee extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL/ELT) processes across multiple platforms.
Define and implement data mapping, cleansing, enrichment, and harmonization processes.
Drive data quality frameworks, reconciliation, and validation cycles.
Lead mock migrations, dress rehearsals, and cutover execution.
Act as the central point of accountability for data across business, IT, and implementation partners.
Collaborate with business stakeholders (merchandising, supply chain, finance), functional leads, and integration teams.
Communicate status, risks, and mitigation plans to program leadership.
Define and execute data validation and reconciliation strategies across systems.
Support SIT, UAT, and business validation cycles.
Ensure data readiness for go-live with clear signoffs and audit trails.
Establish data governance, standards, and controls across the program.
Implement best practices for data lineage, traceability, and auditability.
Identify and resolve data risks and issues proactively.
Qualifications & Skills:
15+ years of data migration experience, including 5+ years leading large-scale programs.
Proven experience delivering end-to-end data migration in complex retail transformations.
Strong background across multiple systems including SAP Retail / S/4HANA, Blue Yonder, Manhattan (MAO, WMS), MDM platforms, and downstream retail systems (POS, 3PL, eCommerce, integrations).
Deep understanding of retail data models, processes, and interdependencies.
Experience working in complex distributed environments
Experience handling high-volume, high-complexity retail datasets across multiple regions or brands.
Strong expertise in ETL/ELT tools and data migration frameworks.
Experience with BODS, SAP Data Services, Migration Cockpit, or equivalent tools.
Solid understanding of databases (SQL, HANA, Oracle, Snowflake, Databricks) and data architecture.
Familiarity with integration patterns and distributed system data flows.
Demonstrated ability to lead from Day 0 with minimal ramp-up.
Strong program ownership mindset with the ability to drive outcomes.
Excellent stakeholder management and cross-functional leadership skills.
Ability to operate in fast-paced, high-pressure transformation environments.
Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
Excellent communication and influencing abilities.
Detail-oriented with a focus on data quality and business outcomes.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in large-scale retail ERP transformations (SAP S/4HANA or equivalent).
Exposure to cloud-based data migration and modern data platforms.
Understanding of data governance, MDM, and data quality frameworks.
Experience in multi-country or global retail environments.
We are seeking a highly experienced End-to-End Data Migration Lead to drive data migration for a complex, multi-platform retail transformation program. This role requires ownership across a diverse ecosystem of merchandising, supply chain, finance, warehouse management, order management, master data, wholesale, retail, and downstream retail systems including logistics partners, point-of-sale platforms, and integration layers.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can mobilize from Day 0, bringing deep expertise in retail data domains, large-scale migration delivery, and cross-platform data orchestration. They will lead the full lifecycle of data migration—from strategy through execution—working closely with business, functional, and technical teams to ensure high-quality, business-ready data across all platforms.
Key Responsibilities:
Define and lead the enterprise-wide data migration strategy across SAP, Blue Yonder (BY), Manhattan, Stibo MDM, and downstream systems.
Own scope, planning, execution, and governance of all data migration activities across the program.
Establish migration roadmap, milestones, KPIs, and cutover strategy aligned with overall transformation timelines.
Ensure seamless data flow and consistency across upstream, core, and downstream systems.
Drive data migration across a complex retail landscape including SAP Retail (Fashion Management and CAR), Blue Yonder, Manhattan (MAO/WMS), MDM, and downstream systems (3PL, POS, eCommerce, integration layers such as Comestri).
Ensure alignment of data models, hierarchies, and business rules across all systems.
Manage dependencies and sequencing between systems during migration and cutover.
Lead migration of key retail data domains such as product/article/SKU hierarchies, site/store/DC structures, pricing and promotions, inventory and supply chain data, and customer/vendor master data.
Apply deep understanding of retail processes and data semantics to ensure business usability.
Ensure data consistency across planning, execution, and transactional systems.
Oversee extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL/ELT) processes across multiple platforms.
Define and implement data mapping, cleansing, enrichment, and harmonization processes.
Drive data quality frameworks, reconciliation, and validation cycles.
Lead mock migrations, dress rehearsals, and cutover execution.
Act as the central point of accountability for data across business, IT, and implementation partners.
Collaborate with business stakeholders (merchandising, supply chain, finance), functional leads, and integration teams.
Communicate status, risks, and mitigation plans to program leadership.
Define and execute data validation and reconciliation strategies across systems.
Support SIT, UAT, and business validation cycles.
Ensure data readiness for go-live with clear signoffs and audit trails.
Establish data governance, standards, and controls across the program.
Implement best practices for data lineage, traceability, and auditability.
Identify and resolve data risks and issues proactively.
Qualifications & Skills:
15+ years of data migration experience, including 5+ years leading large-scale programs.
Proven experience delivering end-to-end data migration in complex retail transformations.
Strong background across multiple systems including SAP Retail / S/4HANA, Blue Yonder, Manhattan (MAO, WMS), MDM platforms, and downstream retail systems (POS, 3PL, eCommerce, integrations).
Deep understanding of retail data models, processes, and interdependencies.
Experience working in complex distributed environments
Experience handling high-volume, high-complexity retail datasets across multiple regions or brands.
Strong expertise in ETL/ELT tools and data migration frameworks.
Experience with BODS, SAP Data Services, Migration Cockpit, or equivalent tools.
Solid understanding of databases (SQL, HANA, Oracle, Snowflake, Databricks) and data architecture.
Familiarity with integration patterns and distributed system data flows.
Demonstrated ability to lead from Day 0 with minimal ramp-up.
Strong program ownership mindset with the ability to drive outcomes.
Excellent stakeholder management and cross-functional leadership skills.
Ability to operate in fast-paced, high-pressure transformation environments.
Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
Excellent communication and influencing abilities.
Detail-oriented with a focus on data quality and business outcomes.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in large-scale retail ERP transformations (SAP S/4HANA or equivalent).
Exposure to cloud-based data migration and modern data platforms.
Understanding of data governance, MDM, and data quality frameworks.
Experience in multi-country or global retail environments.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Data Migration Lead – Retail ERP Transformation (SAP, BY, Manhattan, MDM) position is now open for candidates interested in the Retail & Wholesale sector. This role in Melbourne offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Retail & Wholesale is a plus.