SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) Functional Consultant

Location: Torrance, CA
Remote: Remote
Type: Contract
Job #12531

DataStaff, Inc. is in need of an SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) Consultant / Project Manager for a contract opportunity with one of our direct clients.

This position is a remote role with limited travel, if any.

Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced U.S.-based SAP functional professional with a strong background in SAP Master Data to support and lead enterprise implementation projects in North America. This role blends project leadership, techno-functional consulting, and client-facing responsibilities, with opportunities to contribute to both solution delivery and market growth.
The ideal candidate brings deep SAP experience, particularly in Master Data Governance (MDG), and is comfortable working directly with customers to design, implement, and support modern data governance solutions built on SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP), including environments transitioning to SAP S/4HANA.

Key Responsibilities:
Project Leadership & Client Delivery

Lead and manage SAP MDG-related implementation projects for enterprise clients in North America.
Act as a primary client-facing consultant, ensuring successful delivery from design through go-live and post-implementation support.
Translate business requirements into clear functional and technical specifications.

Business Development & Pre-Sales Support

Support business growth by identifying opportunities and contributing to proposal development.
Participate in pre-sales activities, including solution demonstrations, proofs-of-concept, and technical presentations.
Build and maintain strong relationships with SAP customers, partners, and stakeholders.

Solution Design, Configuration & Testing

Design, configure, and test master data governance solutions aligned with SAP best practices.
Ensure data governance workflows, validations, and integrations are effectively implemented.
Validate solution quality, performance, and adherence to governance standards.

Issue Resolution & Ongoing Support

Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to solution design, implementation, and performance.
Provide post-implementation guidance and support to ensure long-term client success.
Collaborate with internal product and engineering teams to resolve complex technical issues.

Documentation & Knowledge Sharing

Create and maintain high-quality documentation covering solution design, configuration, testing, and support processes.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of delivery methodologies and governance frameworks.
Mentor and support junior consultants as needed.

Qualifications & Experience

Strong experience in SAP functional roles, SAP Master Data Governance (MDG), or related master data management solutions.
Hands-on experience with MDG platforms; prior exposure to no-code or low-code governance tools is a plus (training available).
Solid understanding of data governance principles, workflows, and SAP landscape integrations.
Proven success in client-facing roles, balancing delivery responsibilities with business development support.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Willingness to travel within North America as required.

Additional Notes

This role is open to U.S.-based candidates only.
Compensation details will be discussed during the interview process.
Benefits commonly offered by large U.S. employers (e.g., health insurance, 401(k) matching) are not currently offered.

Product Delivery Manager

Location: Cary, NC
Remote: Hybrid
Type: Direct Hire
Job #12204
Salary: $130,000 Annually

DataStaff, Inc is seeking a Product Delivery Manager for a direct-hire opportunity with one of our direct clients located in Cary, NC

*This role is hybrid; 4 days per week will be on-site (Fridays remote)

Job Description:

Project Planning, Project Management and Maintenance Prioritization:

Lead the prioritization of user stories, features, new products, projects, and process improvements to ensure alignment with business strategy and customer value.
Partner with customers and industry stakeholders, including representatives serving on AAR committees, task forces, and Technical Advisory Groups (TAGs), to gather requirements and inform product and project planning decisions.
Facilitate the development of business cases and high-level estimates to support product and project portfolio planning, prioritization, and investment decisions.
Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including scope, schedules, budgets, risks, issues, action items, and status reporting, in accordance with internal methodologies.
Lead release planning activities and coordinate cross-functional readiness to ensure timely, high-quality product releases.
Lead development teams by maintaining strong technical understanding of systems, promoting sound engineering practices, and ensuring high-quality delivery.
Identify, assess, and manage product and project risks; develop mitigation strategies and ensure adherence to quality standards throughout the delivery lifecycle.
Support ongoing maintenance prioritization by balancing new capability delivery with operational stability, defect remediation, and continuous improvement needs.

Portfolio Strategic Planning/Road-Mapping, and Execution:

Own and manage an assigned portfolio of software products, with a clear understanding of how products deliver customer value and support critical business processes.
Partner with customers and internal stakeholders to define, prioritize, and deliver new industry value through new products, enhancements, productivity improvements, and cost-saving initiatives.
Establish portfolio goals and strategies aligned with the mission, vision, and annual strategic objectives.
Define, secure, and manage investment for portfolio initiatives, including business cases, ROI analysis, budget allocation, and resource planning.
Lead planning and execution of initiatives from business case through post-implementation, managing scope, timelines, budgets, dependencies, and risks.
Balance resources and forecasts across multiple concurrent initiatives while maintaining delivery commitments, quality standards, and Agile execution.
Lead cross-functional teams in the design, development, integration, release, and ongoing support of software products and systems.
Maintain strong technical understanding of products and systems, promoting sound engineering practices and high-quality, reliable releases.
Identify, track, escalate, and mitigate delivery, technical, and operational risks throughout the product lifecycle.
Provide ongoing operational oversight, ensuring timely issue resolution, system stability, and continuous improvement.
Build, lead, and develop high-performing product-aligned teams, fostering T-shaped skills, collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.
Communicate portfolio and delivery status, risks, and outcomes effectively to stakeholders and leadership.

Key Measures:

Project metrics.
Delivery performance
Quality releases
Team engagement
Financial targets
Customer satisfaction

Knowledge, Skills, abilities/minimum requirements/competencies:
Required:

Strong understanding of software development principles, technologies, and the full software development lifecycle.
Demonstrated strength in project and product delivery, including planning, prioritization, and execution in Agile or similar frameworks.
Ability to understand customer needs from a business perspective and translate them into effective technical and product solutions.
Proven analytical and problem-solving skills, including experience developing business cases and ROI analysis.
Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and business stakeholders at all levels.
Ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, cross-functional environment.
Highly organized, flexible, and self-directed, with strong initiative and adaptability to changing priorities.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and project planning tools.

Preferred:

Experience in product management and/or technical project leadership with demonstrated people-management responsibilities.
Experience leading cross-functional and geographically distributed teams, including offshore development teams.
Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS or similar), multi-tier application architectures, and enterprise systems (e.g., Java, high availability, disaster recovery).
Experience delivering market analysis and applying business analysis tools and techniques.
Familiarity with transportation, logistics, or similarly complex, regulated industries.
Advance understanding of Agile, Scrum, or modern software delivery practices.

Education, experience, certification/training:
Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience).
Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience in software development, product development, or technical project delivery.
At least two (2) years of experience in technical leadership, people management, or team lead role.
Practical experience working in Agile/Scrum or similar iterative development environments.

Preferred:

MBA or advanced degree.
Product management, project management, Agile, Scrum, or PMP certification.
Agile certification through PMI, Scrum Alliance, or equivalent (PMP may be required within the first 12 months, if applicable).
Experience in both technical and business-facing roles supporting complex software products.

This opportunity is available as a W2 position.