We are seeking a seasoned SAP Data Archiving/DVM Expert with 12–20 years of experience to provide strategic and technical advisory support in the initial phase, followed by deeper engagement as the project scope matures. The consultant will guide data lifecycle management strategies, optimize data volume management (DVM) processes, and ensure compliance, performance, and cost efficiency across SAP landscapes.
Serve as a subject matter expert for SAP Data Archiving and Data Volume Management (DVM) initiatives.
Assess current SAP data management frameworks and recommend optimization strategies.
Design and implement data archiving strategies aligned with business, legal, and compliance requirements.
Conduct data footprint analysis and define rules for data retention, archiving, and deletion.
Collaborate with Basis, Functional, and Technical teams to ensure smooth execution of archiving projects.
Advise on DVM tools and methodologies, including ILM (Information Lifecycle Management).
Monitor performance, storage utilization, and system housekeeping for SAP environments.
Provide technical documentation, best practices, and knowledge transfer to internal teams.
12–20 years of hands-on experience in SAP Data Archiving and Data Volume Management.
Strong understanding of SAP ILM (Information Lifecycle Management) concepts.
Experience with SAP S/4HANA, ECC, and related modules for archiving activities.
Proven track record in DVM strategy design, implementation, and governance.
Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
Ability to operate independently in a remote consulting capacity.
SAP Data Archiving, SAP ILM, DVM Strategy, Data Retention, S/4HANA, ECC, SAP Basis, Performance Optimization, Storage Management, Data Lifecycle Management, Compliance, Governance, System Analysis, Technical Advisory.