Thomas Cakalic
About Thomas Cakalic
Thomas Cakalic serves as the Data Team Lead at Harley-Davidson Motor Company, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in SAP consulting, having held various roles at companies such as Coldwater Creek, B2B Workforce, and HCL AXON.
Current Role at Harley-Davidson
Thomas Cakalic serves as the Data Team Lead at Harley-Davidson Motor Company, a position he has held since 2019. Based in Milwaukee, WI, he has contributed to various data management initiatives within the organization. His role involves overseeing data quality and integrity, particularly during critical phases such as testing and go-lives. Cakalic has achieved a data integrity score exceeding 99% during the implementation of Ceridian Dayforce HCM, showcasing his focus on maintaining high standards in data management.
Previous Experience in SAP Consulting
Cakalic has extensive experience in SAP consulting, having worked in various capacities across multiple organizations. He was a Senior SAP Technical/Functional Consultant at HCL AXON from 2010 to 2017. Prior to that, he held roles at Micron Technology as a Sr. SAP Software Engineer and at B2B Workforce as an SAP HR Functional Consultant. His early career included a position at Starbucks Coffee Company as an SAP HR Technical/Functional Consultant. This diverse background has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of SAP systems and their functionalities.
Technical Contributions and Projects
Throughout his career, Thomas Cakalic has made significant technical contributions to various projects. He created Data Quality Scorecards for monitoring and reporting on data during numerous test phases and go-lives. Additionally, he authored Data Strategy diagrams that facilitated the visualization of data migrations at both overview and detail levels. His technical skills include writing ABAP extract programs to prepare data for sandbox environments, which demonstrates his ability to manage complex data preparation tasks effectively.
Educational Background and Skills
While specific details about Thomas Cakalic's educational background are not provided, his extensive experience in SAP consulting and data management indicates a strong foundation in relevant technical skills. His proficiency in data extraction, manipulation, and quality assurance reflects a deep understanding of data systems and their applications in business environments. Cakalic's ability to perform gap analysis and identify critical conversions during implementations further illustrates his analytical capabilities.