SAP Data & Analytics Architect Senior Manager

SAP Data & Analytics Architect - Senior Manager will lead enterprise-wide data transformation initiatives leveraging SAP's modern analytics stack, including SAP Business Data Cloud (BDC), SAP Datasphere, SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC), and SAP HANA Cloud. This role requires a blend of solution architecture, client advisory, delivery oversight and ensuring scalable, high-quality data and analytics solutions aligned with business goals., Strategy & Leadership

• Define and drive SAP Data & Analytics strategy aligned to business transformation goals.
• Lead large-scale digital transformation programs involving SAP BDC, Datasphere, SAC, AI and enterprise cloud data platforms.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders.
• Establish best practices, governance frameworks, and delivery standards.
Solution Architecture & Design
• Architect end-to-end data platforms using:
• SAP BDC for unified data ecosystem and business context integration
• SAP Datasphere for data modeling, federation, and virtualization
• SAP SAC (BI & Planning) for reporting, dashboards, and enterprise planning
• SAP BDC Connect and Data Products framework
• Intelligent Applications and Data Packages
Medallion Architecture (including HANA cloud) AI enablement. Design data models (Analytical, Semantic, Business Layer) aligned with business KPIs. Define data integration strategies (real-time, batch, hybrid) using SAP and non-SAP sources. Operational Reporting:
• S/4 HANA Embedded Analytics, VDM, CDS Views, Extensions, Custom CDS Views.
• SuccessFactors Reporting, Domains and custom fields enablement.
Ensure scalability, performance optimization, and data governance compliance. Integration & Ecosystem
• Integrate SAP and non-SAP systems including:
• SAP S/4HANA, SuccessFactors, IBP, BW/4HANA, ECC etc.
• Non-SAP systems
• Third-party and cloud data platforms (Azure, AWS, Databricks etc.)
Leverage APIs, OData, and data pipelines. Understand different migration paths of S/4 transformation journey. Enable real-time analytics and event-driven architectures. Delivery & Program Management
• Lead SAP Analytics implementations end-to-end: Requirement gathering, Workshops and Playback sessions, Solution design, Build, Validate and deployment.
• Oversee Agile/Hybrid delivery models.
• Manage risks, dependencies, and stakeholder expectations.
Pre-Sales & Thought Leadership
• Support business development: Solution proposals, Client presentations, RFP responses
• Contribute to innovation in: AI-driven analytics, Embedded analytics, Data monetization strategies
• Build reusable assets, accelerators, and frameworks.
  
  Functional Expertise
• Strong understanding of: Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Supply chain Analytics, Sales and Operational Analytics
• Experience designing end-to-end Analytics & Planning solutions., SAP Certifications (preferred): SAP Business Data Cloud, SAP Analytics Cloud, SAP Datasphere, SAP BW/4HANA
• Relevant industry certifications in cloud/data platforms are a plus.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in IT, Computer Science, Data Analytics, or related field.
Experience
• 10-15+ years of experience in SAP Data & Analytics.
• 5+ years in leadership or senior management roles.
• Proven track record delivering large-scale SAP analytics transformations.
Preferred Attributes
• Experience in multi-industry environments (e.g., Retail, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Finance).
• Exposure to AI/ML integration in analytics.
• Strong consulting background (Big 4 or global system integrators).