Advanced Specialist, Digital Strategy

Job Summary

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Lifestyle

We re a global, multi-disciplinary team that s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. As a member of HARMAN Lifestyle, you connect consumers with the power of superior sound.

• Contribute your talents to high-end, esteemed brands like JBL, Mark Levinson, Revel, Denon, and Bowers Wilkins
• Unite your passion for audio innovation with high-tech product development
• Create pitch-perfect, cutting-edge technology that elevates the listening experience

What You ll Be Part Of

As an SAP MDG Techno-Functional professional, you will lead and support Master Data Governance solutions by connecting business requirements with effective technical implementation. You will leverage your strong ABAP expertise and functional knowledge of master data processes across Finance, Material, Business Partner, and related domains. You will work closely with business stakeholders, functional teams across MDG, MM, SD, FICO, and PP, as well as architects and integration teams to design, develop, integrate, migrate, synchronize, and support scalable MDG solutions. This role is part of the Data Analytics team and reports to the Director, Digital Strategy.

How You ll Make An Impact

• Manage and support SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) solutions from a techno-functional perspective across business processes and domains.
• Configure and enhance MDG Data Models, UI Models, and Process Models to support evolving business requirements.
• Develop and enhance Web Dynpro/FPM-based MDG applications along with SAP Workflow and BRF+ configurations.
• Set up and manage SOA Manager, including Web Service configuration, logical ports, service bindings, and troubleshooting of service integrations.
• Design, publish, consume, and support SOAP-based Web Services and interfaces using ALE/IDOC, RFC, BAPI, and related integration technologies.
• Support IDOC enhancements, custom IDOC developments, and integration with SAP S/4HANA and SAP ECC systems.
• Optimize ABAP code, troubleshoot performance issues, and ensure adherence to ABAP OOPS development standards and best practices.
• Translate business requirements into functional and technical specifications, prepare detailed documentation, and provide scalable design recommendations for data migration and consolidation initiatives.
• Perform unit testing, support SIT/UAT cycles, provide production support and incident resolution, participate in upgrades and releases, and collaborate closely with business leaders and process owners to deliver effective technical solutions.

What Makes You A Strong Fit

• Strong hands-on experience in SAP MDG functional configuration, enhancements, and synchronization customizing.
• Expertise in SAP Workflow, BRF+, and process modelling within SAP MDG landscapes.
• Proven experience in SOA Manager configuration, Web Services setup, and interface management.
• 8+ years of SAP MDG experience with a strong background in ABAP development.
• Demonstrated expertise in ABAP Objects (OOPS) across MDG developments and customizations.
• Strong integration experience using ALE/IDOC, RFC, and Web Services.
• Good functional understanding of master data processes across MM, SD, FICO, and PP modules.
• Experience in supporting data migration activities and mass data uploads using LTMC, LSMW, and BDC.
• Proven ability to lead workshops and effectively collaborate with business stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• We see AI as an important part of how work gets done. While tools may vary, a baseline familiarity with using AI to support efficiency, problem-solving, and quality is expected.

Bonus Points if You Have

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Systems, Data Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience in end-to-end SAP MDG implementations across Finance, Business Partner (BP), and Material master data domains.
• Hands-on experience in master data consolidation and governance transformation programs.
• Experience working in Agile delivery environments and methodologies.
• Working knowledge of Jira and Confluence for project tracking, collaboration, and documentation.

Things To Know

• Willing to travel up to 5%, both domestically and internationally.
• Willing to work in an office or hybrid setup in Bangalore, India.

What You Can Expect

• A hybrid work environment that balances flexibility with in-person collaboration, with most office-based roles onsite three days a week.
• Access to employee discounts on HARMAN and Samsung products (including JBL, Harman / Kardon, AKG, and others).
• Learning and development opportunities through our award-winning HARMAN University programs.
• Wellness benefits designed to support your overall well-being.
• Tuition reimbursement support.
• Access to the HARMAN campus fitness center and cafeteria, where available.
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that supports both your professional and personal development.