Senior ERP Data Migration Specialist

Johannesburg, Gauteng
Permanent
Full-time

22 hours ago

OverviewAre you ready to take the lead in a global ERP transformation? Woolpert is seeking a Senior ERP Data Migration Specialist to join our Corporate Applications team. This fully remote position, operating during working hours of 14:00 to 23:00 SAST, is critical to the success of integrating newly acquired companies into our Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (F&O) and Customer Engagement (CE) ERP systems. You will be responsible for the design, development, and execution of enterprise-wide data migration activities, ensuring data quality, integrity, and alignment with business requirements.Responsibilities

Lead data migration from legacy ERP systems to Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O and CE, including integration with Dayforce and other systems.
Transform raw data into structured, accurate formats for analysis and reporting.
Develop and manage data mapping, conversions, and automated ETL processes.
Perform data analysis, cross-referencing, and consolidation from multiple sources.
Collaborate with internal teams to test and validate data conversion and ETL operations.
Coordinate global data migration activities and serve as the primary contact for data-related issues.
Validate data mappings across legal entities and business units.
Execute testing procedures to ensure accuracy and integrity of migrated data.
Maintain detailed documentation of migration processes, mappings, and test results.
Design error handling and rollback procedures for migration processes.
Cleanse and prepare data, resolve inconsistencies, and define transformation rules.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Mathematics, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum 8+ years of experience working with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics).
At least 7+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O, including data structures and entities.
5+ years of experience with automated ETL tools and processes.

Required Skills:

Advanced proficiency in SQL, ETL tools, Excel, and data manipulation.
Strong experience in data analysis, conversions, source-to-target mappings, and testing.
Expertise in data quality management, cleansing, validation, and governance.
Ability to resolve data errors and understand entity relationships.
Experience with full lifecycle ERP implementations and master data requirements.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.
Adaptability to changing requirements and technologies.
Business acumen to understand the impact of data migration on operations.

Technical Tools & Platforms:

Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O and CE
HSO AXtend Data Migration Tool (preferred)
Microsoft Excel, Power BI, SQL Management Studio, Visual Studio
Familiarity with Azure, Dataverse, Power Platform (preferred)

About WoolpertWoolpert is committed to a vision to become the premier architecture, engineering and geospatial (AEG) firm, and one of the best companies in the world. It’s a vision we’ve been fine-tuning for decades. It guides our decisions and investments, provides our clients with optimal solutions, and offers our employees unrivalled opportunities. Woolpert is recognized as a Great Place to Work by its employees with more than a century of experience, with over 2,000 employees and 30 offices worldwide.For more information, visit woolpert.com and connect with us on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook.Our vision:

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