SAP MDM Senior Consultant - SAP Implementations

Transforming Life Science Consulting Worldwide Fusion Consulting is a globally leading Business and IT boutique consultancy specialized in the Life Sciences industry, partnering with top-tier companies in pharma, healthcare, and animal health. With over 450 employees and 25 offices worldwide, our mission is to revolutionize business transformation challenges and set new industry standards through innovative solutions. Focused on S4HANA, Data & Cloud, and emerging technologies, Fusion Consulting delivers unmatched expertise and a relentless commitment to excellence across every engagement. Grounded in fast and intelligent decision-making, our client-first and open-hearted approach defines who we are. With unwavering support and entrepreneurial spirit, our global teamwork transcends boundaries and turns shared visions into reality. This role will be based remotely in Tokyo, Japan, with occasional travel to Yamagata upon client request. We’re seeking a seasoned SAP PM Consultant who can lead the Plant Maintenance workstream and take ownership of large-scale transformation projects in the near future. At Fusion, we unite entrepreneurial minds from around the globe to develop and implement game-changing solutions that build lasting relationships with our clients. As we continue building our presence in Japan, joining Fusion means becoming a foundational member of our local growth story. You’ll work on projects with truly global clients, where diverse perspectives and cross-border collaboration are the norm. You’ll serve as a bridge between global English-speaking teams and potentially Japanese-speaking local operations - bringing high accountability, ownership, and the opportunity to see the tangible impact of your work. We are seeking an experienced SAP MDG Senior Consultant to join our team at a leading pharmaceutical company in Tokyo, Japan . The SAP MDG Senior Consultant will be responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) solutions to ensure high-quality, compliant, and standardized master data across the organization. This role will collaborate closely with business stakeholders, project managers, solution architects, and technical teams to define data governance processes, gather requirements, configure SAP MDG solutions, support data migration activities, and ensure successful project delivery while maintaining alignment with business objectives and global standards. Key Responsibilities: Design, configure, and support SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) solutions for master data domains such as Material Master and related business objects. Conduct requirements gathering workshops and GAP analysis with business stakeholders to identify business needs and define future-state processes. Support the development and documentation of To-Be business processes based on user requirements. Perform data modeling, workflow modeling, interface design, and business rule configuration within SAP MDG. Define and maintain master data governance standards, data definitions, validation rules, cleansing rules, deduplication processes, and exception handling procedures. Plan, track, and coordinate project activities, ensuring timely delivery of IT solutions and project deliverables. Prepare functional specifications, user requirement specifications (URS), and technical requirement documents. Configure SAP MDG solutions and maintain configuration documentation according to project standards and governance requirements. Define field mappings, extraction rules, conversion tables, and transformation rules to support data migration activities. Support data migration planning, data validation, cutover execution, and post-go-live stabilization activities. Collaborate across functional and technical workstreams to resolve integration issues and ensure seamless end-to-end business processes. Support the setup and alignment of Global SKUs and master data standards within the Product Master Data (PMD) environment. Create test scenarios, test specifications, and test data to support unit, integration, and user acceptance testing activities. Execute unit testing and support integration testing, defect resolution, and quality assurance activities. Track, monitor, and manage defects using tools such as SAP Solution Manager (SolMan), HP ALM, BISM, or similar platforms. Define business roles, authorizations, and workflow assignments to support data governance processes. Review and validate requirements, process designs, and solutions with business users, ensuring stakeholder approval and sign-off. Deliver key user and end-user training sessions and provide post-implementation support. Actively drive resolution of cross-stream dependencies and integration topics to ensure successful project outcomes. Qualifications: Experience implementing and supporting SAP Master Data Governance (SAP MDG). Strong knowledge of Master Data Management (MDM), data governance, and data quality processes. Experience with material master data, data migration, and data lifecycle management. Knowledge of SAP data modeling, workflow configuration, business rules, and interface integration. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills. Experience working in global SAP transformation and implementation projects. Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively across business and technical teams. Excellent communication, documentation, and training skills. Fluent in English and Japanese (spoken and written). Offered benefits Great package: We provide a competitive salary and benefits package, along with an outstanding work environment that fosters long-term career development opportunities. People Focus: Unite with the best global talent in life sciences, empowered to grow and collaborate in a vibrant environment. Truly Global: Join a truly global organization where mutual support, teamwork, and diversity drive our collective success. Grow Your Skills: Join regular workshops, academies and trainings - inhouse workshops und trainings (optional) Invest in Your Learning: Access CHF 1,500 (approx. 280k JPY) annually for professional development Corporate culture and work life balance Flat hierarchies: Speak your mind and grow with close mentoring by senior leaders Remote workstyle: Work from anywhere in Japan (if client project allows) Working location: Temp office in Shinbashi Work flex: Enjoy 25 days of flexibility to work from your preferred global location (under client’s permission) Time Off: Take the time you need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance, with flexibility beyond standard holiday allowances. Annual vacations: 20 days Connect as a Team: We use our team’s integration budget to meet, collaborate, and bond Celebrate Your Birthday: Receive a special gift from Fusion on your birthday Anniversary bonus program: Receive substantial bonuses on special work anniversaries (5, 10, 15 years) Bonus programs: 10% annual performance bonus, based on company KPIs. Refer Talent reward program (up to Director): Offers bonusses if your referral is hired by Fusion Truly Global: Join a truly global organization where mutual support, teamwork, and diversity drive our collective success.