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The position requires six to ten years of experience and close collaboration with business and technology teams to deliver scalable high quality data governance solutions that support reliable operations and broader organizational goals.\nResponsibilities\nDrive end to end design and development of SAP MDG solutions using core ABAP for MDG and advanced ABAP techniques to implement scalable master data governance processes that improve data quality and operational reliability across the enterprise.\nCoordinate configuration of SAP MDG components including data models user interfaces validation rules and derivations to ensure that master data structures align with business requirements and support consistent data usage across systems.\nExecute SAP MDG workflow design and enhancement by building approval flows routing rules and task controls that streamline data change requests and reduce cycle times while maintaining strong compliance with governance standards.\nDeliver SAP MDG functional analysis by gathering requirements mapping current and target master data processes and translating functional needs into clear technical solutions that minimize defects and rework in production.\nImplement and fine tune SAP MDG configuration for various domains such as customer vendor material or finance data to enable harmonized data across landscapes and enhance reporting accuracy and business decision making.\nOptimize SAP MDG performance through advanced ABAP coding practices code reviews and tuning of data access patterns to ensure responsive user experience and efficient processing of high volume data change requests.\nCollaborate with cross functional teams in a hybrid work model by conducting design sessions solution walkthroughs and defect triage activities that promote transparency and shared ownership of master data outcomes.\nProvide detailed technical documentation including solution design specifications configuration guides and operational procedures that support maintainability and knowledge transfer within global delivery teams.\nSupport integration between SAP MDG and surrounding systems by analyzing interfaces data flows and mapping requirements to ensure accurate and timely synchronization of master data across the distributed application landscape.\nContribute to continuous improvement initiatives by assessing existing SAP MDG implementations identifying automation and simplification opportunities and presenting enhancements that reduce manual effort and improve user satisfaction.\nGuide defect resolution and incident analysis by investigating root causes in ABAP code workflows and MDG configuration and implementing corrective changes that enhance system stability and reduce recurring issues.\nFacilitate adoption of SAP MDG solutions by providing functional demonstrations explaining end to end process flows and supporting user enablement activities that help stakeholders appreciate the value of governed master data.\nAlign technical deliverables with organizational purpose by ensuring that reliable master data supports ethical business operations accurate reporting and improved service to customers and communities. 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