Senior Manager - SAP Analytics Cloud & Datasphere

Overview

Lead end-to-end delivery of advanced data analysis systems in SAP Analytics Cloud and SAP Datasphere, harmonizing data, standardizing reporting and bringing predictive capabilities to business decision makers.

What you'll do

• Lead the design and hands-on delivery of analytic applications, interactive dashboards and benchmark models using SAC and Datasphere for import and live scenarios, ensuring solutions are scalable, secure and governed.
• Build unified, harmonized data models in Datasphere.
• Use SAP BDC to improve data handling, connection and process automation.
• Connect, model and harmonize data from SAP and non-SAP sources to enable cross-system analytics through SAC.
• Integrate SAC dashboards with Datasphere datasets for consistent, up-to-date insights.
• Design comprehensive, multi-tab reports with queries, visualizations and drill-downs.
• Champion standard processes in data visualization, accessibility and user experience to drive adoption.
• Orchestrate data automation in Datasphere and customize SAC applications using JavaScript and other scripting languages.
• Continuously optimize performance, remove bottlenecks and recommend enhancements.
• Drive adoption of SAC predictive scenarios, Smart features, R-visualizations and external libraries.
• Coordinate delivery teams and handle junior developers across the lifecycle; mentor and coach team members.
• Build robust ways-of-working and uphold software quality and documentation standards within agile and scrum environments.
• Collaborate with business collaborators and product owners to assemble requirements, set clear expectations and ensure engagement throughout delivery.
• Translate complex needs into integrated analytics solutions that support end-to-end processes and deliver measurable business value.
• Own delivery timelines and outcomes, ensuring solutions move from concept to sustained adoption and measurable impact.

What you'll need

• Degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics or a related field.
• 10–15 years of relevant experience, with at least 2–3 years as a Senior Consultant or in a comparable SAP SAC/Datasphere-focused role.
• Proven experience designing, implementing and delivering SAC solutions for reporting, including integration with SAP Datasphere.
• Validated hands-on experience with SAP Datasphere and SAP BDC for data management, integration and automation.
• Expertise in SAC predictive functionality, Smart features, advanced story canvases, data blending, cross-calculations, input controls and linked analysis.
• Advanced skills in connecting SAC/Datasphere to SAP HANA and other external databases.
• In-depth knowledge of data integration and ETL processes across SAC, Datasphere and related analytics platforms.
• Advanced coding and scripting abilities in SQL, Python and JavaScript for dashboard customization and data automation.
• Experience with SAC scripting for custom widgets, analytics applications and automated data flows in Datasphere.
• Strong background in overseeing team management, coordinating worksheets, handling delivery and mentoring team members within agile environments.
• Experience collaborating across various business teams to translate requirements into robust analytical solutions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, and ability to thrive in an agile, dynamic environment.
• Upbeat, organized and self-motivated approach to work.
• Fluency in business English.

Nice to have

• Understanding of SAP Finance and/or Operations processes (valued).
• Certification in SAC Data Analyst, Data Engineer, Low-Code/No-Code Developer or related (appreciated).

Details

• Location: Bangalore, India (Hybrid).
• Employment: permanent basis.