SAP Basis Lead

At NTT DATA, we know that with the right people on board, anything is possible. The quality, integrity, and commitment of our employees have been key factors in our company's growth and market presence. By hiring the best people and helping them grow both professionally and personally, we ensure a bright future for NTT DATA and for the people who work here.For more than 25 years, NTT DATA Services have focused on impacting the core of your business operations with industry-leading outsourcing services and automation. With our industry-specific platforms, we deliver continuous value addition, and innovation that will improve your business outcomes. Outsourcing is not just a method of gaining a one-time cost advantage, but an effective strategy for gaining and maintaining competitive advantages when executed as part of an overall sourcing strategy.NTT DATA' Client is seeking a SAP Basis LeadLead end-to-end SAP Basis activities across full lifecycle implementations (Explore, Realize, Deploy, Run) for Greenfield S/4HANA programsDefine and execute landscape/environment strategy (DEV, QA, PRE-PROD, PROD) aligned with global rollout wavesDesign and manage client strategy (client copies, logical system setup, client roles)Establish and govern transport management strategy (CTS/ChaRM), ensuring controlled and compliant movement across landscapesCoordinate global rollout planning, including regional deployments, cutover planning, and hypercare supportOversee Basis support for SAP cloud integrations (Ariba, SuccessFactors, IBP, SAC), ensuring connectivity and stabilityImplement and maintain SSO (Single Sign-On) and Active Directory integrations, including user provisioning and authentication mechanismsMonitor system health, performance tuning, and capacity planning for S/4HANA environmentsLead system installation, upgrades, patches, and kernel updatesManage incident, change, and problem tickets using Jira; ensure SLA adherence and proper documentationCollaborate with functional, security, and infrastructure teams for cross-stream dependenciesEnsure compliance with security, audit, and governance standardsDrive automation initiatives for system monitoring, deployments, and housekeeping tasksProvide technical leadership, mentoring junior Basis consultants, and guiding best practicesBasic Qualifications: (what are the skills required to this job with minimum years of experience on each)Core SAP Basis Expertise10+ years of SAP Basis experience, including multiple end-to-end S/4HANA Greenfield implementationsStrong hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA architecture, installation, system refreshes, and upgradesDeep understanding of SAP landscape design and environment strategyStrategy & ArchitectureProven experience defining:Landscape/Environment Strategy (multi-tier global landscapes)Client Strategy (multi-client vs single-client approaches)Transport Strategy (CTS+, ChaRM, retrofit strategies)Experience in global rollout models (template-based deployments, localization handling)Cloud & Integration ExperienceHands-on experience integrating SAP with:SAP AribaSAP SuccessFactorsSAP IBP (Integrated Business Planning)SAP SAC (Analytics Cloud)Knowledge of SAP BTP / Cloud Connector / CPI integrations is highly desirableSecurity & Identity ManagementStrong experience in SSO setup (SAML, OAuth, Kerberos)Integration with Active Directory (AD) for authentication and user provisioningUnderstanding of SAP authorization concepts and GRC integrationTools & OperationsExperience with Jira for incident, problem, and change trackingFamiliarity with ITIL processes and service management frameworksExperience with monitoring tools (Solution Manager, Focused Run, or third-party tools)Leadership & Soft SkillsProven ability to lead global teams and coordinate across time zonesStrong stakeholder management and communication skillsAbility to work in high-pressure environments during go-lives and cutoversMentoring and team development experienceTravel: This position requires someone who can travel at least 80%. Preferred location is East coast or Midwest.Degree: Bachelors in Computer Science or equivalent work experienceNice to Have; (But not a must)Prior experience leading multi‐vendor, global delivery programs.Industry experience in manufacturing, life sciences.About NTT DATA Services:NTT DATA Services is a recognized leader in IT and business services, including cloud, data and applications, headquartered in Texas. As part of NTT DATA, a $30 billion trusted global innovator with a combined global reach of over 80 countries, we help clients transform through business and technology consulting, industry and digital solutions, applications development and management, managed edge-to-cloud infrastructure services, BPO, systems integration and global data centers. We are committed to our clients' long-term success. Visit nttdata.com or LinkedIn to learn more.NTT DATA Services is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants without regarding to race, color, religion, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please inform your recruiter so that we may connect you with the appropriate team.Where required by law, NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The starting hourly range for this remote role is ($x - x/hourly ). This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Actual compensation will depend on several factors, including the candidate's actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications.This position is eligible for company benefits that will depend on the nature of the role offered. Company benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending or health savings account, life, and AD&D insurance, short-and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally required benefits.