Lionel Valadou

Supply Chain data redesign project
Feb 2025 – Dec 2025 (11 months)

Overview
Spearheading end-to-end data integration for the supply chain modernization, bridging business needs with cloud-based data architecture (GCP) to enable enterprise analytics and reporting.

Key responsibilities & achievements
- Acted as the primary liaison between Supply Chain teams and technical stakeholders, translating 50+ business requirements into scalable data models and KPIs.
- Drove… Show more

Supply Chain data redesign project
Feb 2025 – Dec 2025 (11 months)

Overview
Spearheading end-to-end data integration for the supply chain modernization, bridging business needs with cloud-based data architecture (GCP) to enable enterprise analytics and reporting.

Key responsibilities & achievements
- Acted as the primary liaison between Supply Chain teams and technical stakeholders, translating 50+ business requirements into scalable data models and KPIs.
- Drove adoption of unified metrics by collaborating with Data Governance to enrich the Supply Chain business glossary and align reporting assets.
- Analyzed legacy SAP BW data flows (procurement, stock, delivery) and reverse-engineered ABAP transformations for accurate cloud migration.
- Designed future-state data models in Google BigQuery, balancing group standards with local requirements.
- Built optimized pipelines with data engineers to deliver curated datasets for BI tools (MicroStrategy).
- Link with cross-functional teams (Carrefour Belgium, Group IT, SAP Retail/F&R) to integrate critical data families, ensuring on-time delivery.
- Established project governance with clear documentation and dependency tracking.

Tools & technologies
SAP BW | ABAP | Google BigQuery | GCP | SQL | MicroStrategy | SAP F&R Show less

BW/4HANA & S/4HANA Conversion Projects
Oct 2023 – Mar 2024 (6 months), then Oct 2024 – Dec 2024 (3 months)

Overview
Led strategic BI planning for S/4HANA and BW/4HANA conversion projects, focusing on BI architecture, roadmap development, and stakeholder alignment.

Key responsibilities & achievements
- Developed a 2-year BI roadmap for SAPBW to BW/4HANA/RISE transition, and Business Objects migration to the cloud.
- Restructured the BI team within the Data & Analytics… Show more

BW/4HANA & S/4HANA Conversion Projects
Oct 2023 – Mar 2024 (6 months), then Oct 2024 – Dec 2024 (3 months)

Overview
Led strategic BI planning for S/4HANA and BW/4HANA conversion projects, focusing on BI architecture, roadmap development, and stakeholder alignment.

Key responsibilities & achievements
- Developed a 2-year BI roadmap for SAPBW to BW/4HANA/RISE transition, and Business Objects migration to the cloud.
- Restructured the BI team within the Data & Analytics department to support upcoming transformation projects.
- Established regular coordination between Reporting Coordinators and D&A Developers to ensure unified reporting goals.
- Performed integration analysis between ERP and DWH systems to secure data consistency during conversion.

Tools & technologies
SAP BW 7.4 SP17, SAP BO 4.2, Eclipse 2023-03, HANA 2.00, Power BI Desktop 2.X, S/4HANA RISE, BW/4HANA Show less

BW/4HANA Conversion Preparation

Overview
Prepared the BW on HANA system for BW/4HANA conversion by optimizing info objects, improving data quality, and enabling modern reporting capabilities.

Key responsibilities & achievements
- Developed a comprehensive plan for cleansing and optimizing legacy SAP BW structures.
- Built HANA data models and Power BI reports to support real-time monitoring of SAP BW production systems.
- Authored a business glossary for new HANA… Show more

BW/4HANA Conversion Preparation

Overview
Prepared the BW on HANA system for BW/4HANA conversion by optimizing info objects, improving data quality, and enabling modern reporting capabilities.

Key responsibilities & achievements
- Developed a comprehensive plan for cleansing and optimizing legacy SAP BW structures.
- Built HANA data models and Power BI reports to support real-time monitoring of SAP BW production systems.
- Authored a business glossary for new HANA models and standardized cleansing procedures.
- Worked closely with operational support to ensure a smooth and efficient transition process.

Tools & technologies
SAP BW on HANA 7.4 SP17, Eclipse 2023-12, HANA 2.00, Power BI Desktop 2.X Show less

BI Coordination – S/4HANA Conversion Project

Overview
Led BI integration for Infrabel's S/4HANA Conversion, managing a 20-person BI design team while overseeing platform upgrades to support long-term transformation goals.

Key responsibilities & achievements
- Directed BI coordination across SAPBI systems to align with S/4HANA project goals.
- Supervised upgrade efforts for SAP Data Services and SAP BO, improving data processing and reporting efficiency.
- Ensured… Show more

BI Coordination – S/4HANA Conversion Project

Overview
Led BI integration for Infrabel's S/4HANA Conversion, managing a 20-person BI design team while overseeing platform upgrades to support long-term transformation goals.

Key responsibilities & achievements
- Directed BI coordination across SAPBI systems to align with S/4HANA project goals.
- Supervised upgrade efforts for SAP Data Services and SAP BO, improving data processing and reporting efficiency.
- Ensured alignment and performance of BI Designer Leads through weekly planning and review meetings.
- Supported seamless system interoperability during the conversion effort.

Tools & technologies
SAP BW 7.5 SP20, SAP BO 4.3 SP03, Eclipse 2013-03, HANA 2.00.031, Power BI 2.X, S/4HANA On-Prem Show less

BI Support & Development

Overview
Directed BI reporting for Supply and GRC domains, including Logistics, Procurement, Stock Accounting, and TrackPro. Managed a 6-person BI team and led SAP Ariba Reporting initiatives.

Key responsibilities & achievements
- Spearheaded report development and analysis for Supply and GRC domains, ensuring quality delivery and business alignment.
- Introduced agile practices: sprint tracking, daily stand-ups, and bi-weekly peer review… Show more

BI Support & Development

Overview
Directed BI reporting for Supply and GRC domains, including Logistics, Procurement, Stock Accounting, and TrackPro. Managed a 6-person BI team and led SAP Ariba Reporting initiatives.

Key responsibilities & achievements
- Spearheaded report development and analysis for Supply and GRC domains, ensuring quality delivery and business alignment.
- Introduced agile practices: sprint tracking, daily stand-ups, and bi-weekly peer review sessions.
- Drove Power BI adoption and performance tuning (HANA optimization, data loading).
- Oversaw BI domain resource allocation, coordinated development timelines with business leads, and ensured robust support and maintenance for Procurement and Stock Accounting.

Tools & technologies
SAP BW 7.5 SP20, SAP BO 4.2 SP06, Eclipse 2021-06, HANA 2.00.XXX, Power BI Desktop 2.108.XXX.X Show less

BI Coordination, Support & Development

Overview
Oversaw BI operations, tool evaluations, platform upgrades, and Power BI deployment. Led BI design efforts for Supply and Procurement domains while managing a team of 25 BI Designers.

Key responsibilities & achievements
- Managed the full BI landscape, including SAPBW and SAP BO upgrades and the Lumira 2.0 Ramp-Up and decommissioning project.
- Assessed and compared modern visualization tools: Power BI, QlikView, Tableau… Show more

BI Coordination, Support & Development

Overview
Oversaw BI operations, tool evaluations, platform upgrades, and Power BI deployment. Led BI design efforts for Supply and Procurement domains while managing a team of 25 BI Designers.

Key responsibilities & achievements
- Managed the full BI landscape, including SAPBW and SAP BO upgrades and the Lumira 2.0 Ramp-Up and decommissioning project.
- Assessed and compared modern visualization tools: Power BI, QlikView, Tableau, SAP Analytics Cloud, SAS Viya.
- Deployed Power BI to 150 Key Users and 800 End Users, delivering tailored training programs across business units.
- Led BI design for Supply (Procurement, Logistics, Inventory Controlling) and served as the designer for Procurement.
- Maintained and strengthened BI governance: monthly team meetings, Lunch & Learn sessions, and continuous process reviews.
- Eliminated BEx Analyzer reports, replaced by modern tools and methodologies.

Tools & technologies
SAP BW 7.5 SP08, SAP BO 4.2 SP05, Eclipse Oxygen 4, HANA 2.00.031, Power BI 2.7x Show less

SAP BW on HANA Migration Project

Overview
Led the redesign and full lifecycle implementation of reporting solutions to align with the new SAP BW on HANA platform.

Key responsibilities & achievements
- Directed the reengineering of 5 key reporting solutions, integrating over 30 InfoCubes related to Sales Order Processing (New Equipment & Door Businesses).
- Planned and executed HANA-specific data modeling: HANA Views, Composite Providers, and optimized BI Data Flows.
-… Show more

SAP BW on HANA Migration Project

Overview
Led the redesign and full lifecycle implementation of reporting solutions to align with the new SAP BW on HANA platform.

Key responsibilities & achievements
- Directed the reengineering of 5 key reporting solutions, integrating over 30 InfoCubes related to Sales Order Processing (New Equipment & Door Businesses).
- Planned and executed HANA-specific data modeling: HANA Views, Composite Providers, and optimized BI Data Flows.
- Produced comprehensive High-Level and Detailed Technical Specifications, and managed ABAP transformations.
- Oversaw coordination with offshore development teams to ensure on-time and high-quality delivery.

Tools & technologies
SAP BW on HANA 7.4, HANA Studio, BWMT (BW Modeling Tools), Query Designer Show less

SAP BI Coordination & Strategy

Overview
Led BI coordination within Infrabel’s SAP Business Competence Centre, establishing governance and driving the transition from legacy BEx tools to the modern SAP BO suite.

Key responsibilities & achievements
- Formed and managed a virtual BI team of 10 internal designers across Finance, Controlling, Procurement, Asset Management, HR, and Logistics.
- Converted over 200 BEx Analyzer workbooks to BO Analysis, Web Intelligence, Design… Show more

SAP BI Coordination & Strategy

Overview
Led BI coordination within Infrabel’s SAP Business Competence Centre, establishing governance and driving the transition from legacy BEx tools to the modern SAP BO suite.

Key responsibilities & achievements
- Formed and managed a virtual BI team of 10 internal designers across Finance, Controlling, Procurement, Asset Management, HR, and Logistics.
- Converted over 200 BEx Analyzer workbooks to BO Analysis, Web Intelligence, Design Studio, and Lumira, impacting over 600 active users from a total population of 4,000.
- Delivered foundational assets: BI Strategy, Reporting Portfolio, Decision Tree, Cookbook, Reporting Books, Knowledge Library, and Knowledge Point.
- Led workshops, planning sessions, and testing with Process Leads, Key Users, and BI Designers, ensuring smooth and scalable tool transitions.

Tools & technologies
SAP BW 7.4 SP14, SAP BO 4.2 SP03 Show less

SAP ECC / SAP BW Global Implementation

Overview
Delivered BI reporting solutions and developed integration interfaces to third-party tools within a global SAP BW and ECC implementation context.

Key responsibilities & achievements
- Designed and built reporting interfaces across Finance (incl. COPA), Controlling, Purchasing, Plant Maintenance, and Quality Management.
- Served as a technical development consultant handling low to high complexity requirements from design… Show more

SAP ECC / SAP BW Global Implementation

Overview
Delivered BI reporting solutions and developed integration interfaces to third-party tools within a global SAP BW and ECC implementation context.

Key responsibilities & achievements
- Designed and built reporting interfaces across Finance (incl. COPA), Controlling, Purchasing, Plant Maintenance, and Quality Management.
- Served as a technical development consultant handling low to high complexity requirements from design through deployment.

Tools & technologies
SAP BW 7.4, Query Designer, SAP BO Analysis for Microsoft Office 1.4 Show less

Support & Maintenance – SAP BW

Overview
Contributed to BI Development and supported the BPC (Consolidation) Implementation Project by maintaining key reporting solutions and enhancing financial and operational data integration.

Key responsibilities & achievements
- Provided BI support and enhancements for planned costs and variant configuration.
- Developed and maintained critical reporting solutions (Rush, CUPA, CNP, CVRT) targeting sales revenues, customer and contract… Show more

Support & Maintenance – SAP BW

Overview
Contributed to BI Development and supported the BPC (Consolidation) Implementation Project by maintaining key reporting solutions and enhancing financial and operational data integration.

Key responsibilities & achievements
- Provided BI support and enhancements for planned costs and variant configuration.
- Developed and maintained critical reporting solutions (Rush, CUPA, CNP, CVRT) targeting sales revenues, customer and contract profitability, and conversion rates.
- Led 30+ day development cycles focused on complex variant configuration and planned cost extractions (delta mode).
- Designed and implemented BI system interfaces for BPC (Consolidation), replacing the global Hyperion system.
- Acted as primary business/technical advisor for BI reporting.
- Served as corporate point of contact for the CUPA solution (Customer Profitability), supporting teams in Finland.

Tools & technologies
SAP BW 7.3, Query Designer, BPC 10.0 Show less

Project SAP BPC (Planning)

Overview
Led the BPC (Planning) upgrade and implementation project, transitioning from BPC 7.5 to BPC 10 as part of a SAP Belgium ramp-up initiative, covering ~100 reports and input forms across six applications.

Key responsibilities & achievements
- Defined and executed the migration strategy for reports/input forms from BPC 7.5 to 10.0 using custom script logic and BADI development.
- Developed a global consolidated forecasting tool for sales… Show more

Project SAP BPC (Planning)

Overview
Led the BPC (Planning) upgrade and implementation project, transitioning from BPC 7.5 to BPC 10 as part of a SAP Belgium ramp-up initiative, covering ~100 reports and input forms across six applications.

Key responsibilities & achievements
- Defined and executed the migration strategy for reports/input forms from BPC 7.5 to 10.0 using custom script logic and BADI development.
- Developed a global consolidated forecasting tool for sales and maintenance costs, integrating existing BI Rush solutions into the planning tool.
- Refreshed and enhanced the legacy BPC 7.5 system with new applications, redesigned BPFs, and improved user experience in input schedules and reports.
- Delivered BPC (Planning) Data Model, APD-based data flows, queries, technical specifications, and transformation logic.
- Analyzed, designed, and deployed a planning application for major project investments using enhanced BI Rush reporting solutions.
- Oversaw the successful migration of an entire planning application and coordinated development with both offshore and Kone internal support teams.
- Provided BI support, enhancements, and ongoing maintenance for previously developed BI Rush solutions.

Tools & technologies
SAP BW 7.3, BPC 7.5 & 10.0, Query Designer, BADI, APD Show less

Project Rush – SAP BW

Overview
Led the implementation of the BI Rush project to deliver a comprehensive Corporate Reporting solution on SAP NetWeaver BI 7.0 platform.

Key responsibilities & achievements
- Designed and deployed a robust BI solution featuring a dozen custom InfoCubes fed by multiple DSOs in a multi-layered architecture.
- Replaced legacy ABAP extraction/reporting programs to reduce SAP ERP system load.
- Developed internal P&L statements and dashboards… Show more

Project Rush – SAP BW

Overview
Led the implementation of the BI Rush project to deliver a comprehensive Corporate Reporting solution on SAP NetWeaver BI 7.0 platform.

Key responsibilities & achievements
- Designed and deployed a robust BI solution featuring a dozen custom InfoCubes fed by multiple DSOs in a multi-layered architecture.
- Replaced legacy ABAP extraction/reporting programs to reduce SAP ERP system load.
- Developed internal P&L statements and dashboards to report on key business dimensions such as order portfolio, service contracts, sales, and equipment lifecycle.
- Enabled customer-level analytics using top customer attributes and hierarchies to support sales strategy and market trend insights.
- Integrated data from SAP ERP modules (CO, SD, PM, CS, PS) with detailed object and status management logic.
- Delivered additional reporting solutions: Customer Performance Analysis (CUPA), Contract Profitability (CNP), and Conversion Rate reporting, integrating data from both legacy SAP BW 3.5 and SAP ERP systems.
- Authored and delivered end-to-end project deliverables: Reporting/Data Models, Technical Specs, Process Chains, Data Targets/InfoProviders, and ABAP-based transformations.
- Led project management and system delivery.

Tools & technologies
SAP BW 7.0–7.1, Query Designer, ABAP, SAP NetWeaver BI Show less