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SAP Specialist Advisory Services

Johannesburg, Gauteng Blue Pearl

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Job Summary:

The SAP Solutions Architect is a strategic advisor and technical expert responsible for guiding clients through their SAP transformation journeys. This role involves advising on SAP architecture, module selection, and implementation strategies, while ensuring alignment with business goals. The ideal candidate brings deep functional and technical expertise across SAP modules, strong client engagement skills, and the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives, including upgrades and migrations to S/4HANA.

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Job Summary:

The SAP Solutions Architect is a strategic advisor and technical expert responsible for guiding clients through their SAP transformation journeys. This role involves advising on SAP architecture, module selection, and implementation strategies, while ensuring alignment with business goals. The ideal candidate brings deep functional and technical expertise across SAP modules, strong client engagement skills, and the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives, including upgrades and migrations to S/4HANA.

Key Responsibilities

  • Advise clients on SAP architecture, system landscapes, and implementation strategies.
  • Conduct discovery and requirements gathering sessions to assess business challenges and propose tailored SAP solutions.
  • Design, configure, and integrate SAP modules such as FI, MM, SD, HCM, and others in alignment with business needs.
  • Lead client workshops and provide strategic input on SAP transformation and roadmap planning.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless integration across business functions and technologies.
  • Support SAP system upgrades, migrations (e.g., ECC to S/4HANA), and digital transformation programs.
  • Provide thought leadership and stay current on SAP innovations, best practices, and emerging technologies (e.g., SAP BTP, AI/ML in SAP, cloud strategies).
  • Develop project documentation, training materials, governance models, and compliance frameworks.
  • Ensure solution designs meet industry standards, regulatory requirements, and business objectives.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a SAP Solutions Architect or senior SAP consultant.
  • Deep knowledge of core SAP modules (FI, MM, SD, HCM, etc.) and cross-functional integration.
  • Hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA architecture, implementation, and migration.
  • Strong understanding of SAP technical components, including SAP Basis, BTP, and cloud hosting.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and workshop facilitation skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to complex business environments.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
  • SAP certifications relevant to solution architecture or specific modules are highly desirable.
  • Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, ASAP, Activate).

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working in consulting or with enterprise clients across industries.
  • Knowledge of SAP Industry Solutions (IS) and sector-specific best practices.
  • Experience with tools like SAP Solution Manager, SAP Analytics Cloud, and integration platforms.

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  • Seniority level Mid-Senior level
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  • Job function Information Technology
  • Industries IT Services and IT Consulting

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SAP Payroll Specialist

Johannesburg, Gauteng Network Recruitment

Posted 1 day ago

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Your Daily Patrols Will Include:
  • Full payroll processing function, for large-scale teams (perm & contract staff)
  • SAP record maintenance, time management and authorizations
  • Benefits management (medical aid, pension, bonuses & 13th cheques)
  • Employee engagement & support (bring that EQ and people-first mindset)
  • Ensuring compliance with payroll policies, tax and labour laws
  • Advanced Excel wizardry for reporting & analysis

Youll Need To Bring:

  • A relevant BCom Degree
  • 5+ years experience in a full payroll function role
  • Strong SAP knowledge non-negotiable!
  • Advanced MS Excel skills
  • Attention to detail that even a guard dog would envy

Why Join?:

This isnt just another payroll job; its a chance to build a long-term future with a company that truly looks after its people: Stability, growth and the satisfaction of knowing youre keeping the teams financial world safe and sound.

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SAP Payroll Specialist

Johannesburg, Gauteng Network Recruitment

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Your Daily Patrols Will Include:
  • Full payroll processing function, for large-scale teams (perm & contract staff)
  • SAP record maintenance, time management and authorization
  • Benefits management (medical aid, pension, bonuses & 13th cheques)
  • Employee engagement & support (bring that EQ and people-first mindset)
  • Ensuring compliance with payroll policies, tax and labour laws
  • Advanced Excel wizardry for reporting & analysis

Youll Need To Bring:

  • A relevant BCom Degree
  • 5+ years experience in a full function payroll role
  • Strong SAP knowledge non-negotiable!
  • Advanced MS Excel skills
  • Attention to detail that even a guard dog would envy

Why Join?:

This isnt just another payroll job; its a chance to build a long-term future with a company that truly looks after its people: Stability, growth and the satisfaction of knowing youre keeping the teams financial world safe and sound.

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SAP & IT Specialist

Cape Town, Western Cape Fempower

Posted 14 days ago

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OpenSource Intelligent Solutions is looking for an impactful and seasoned SAP & IT Specialist for their Western Cape Operations.

Inherent Requirements:

  • Bachelors degree in business, IT, or related field (MBA is an advantage).
  • Minimum 6 years' experience in recruitment, consulting or IT and/or SAP sales services industry is an advantage.
  • Computer literate (MS Office)
  • Proven track record of achieving or exceeding sales quotas in a technology or IT Sales environment.
  • Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets in B2B Enterprise environment.
  • Strong understanding of SAP Solutions, (including SAP S/4Hana, SAP Business Technology Platform, SAP Business One, SAP Analytics Cloud and other relevant modules).
  • Self-motivated, results driven and comfortable working independently.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills.
  • An ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients and internal teams with a strong network and contacts in relevant industries.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and address client challenges.
  • A valid drivers' license with own reliable vehicle (essential).

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Identify and qualify potential leads through various channels, including prospecting, networking and marketing campaigns.
  • Manage the entire sales cycle from initial contact to contract closure, ensuring a smooth efficient process.
  • Maintain a strong understanding of SAP technologies, including cloud solutions, data management and AI Integration.
  • Stay up to date on market trends, competitor activities and pricing strategies to effectively position SAP solutions.
  • Understanding of business processes and the ability to align SAP Solutions with client needs.
  • Ability to land new business, develop and grow clientele.
  • Proven capacity to meet and exceed monthly and annual targets and KPI's.
  • Work closely with pre-sales, consulting, and other internal teams to ensure successful solution delivery and client satisfaction.
  • Tracks sales progress, analyze performance data, and provide regular reports to management.

Ideal Characteristic Traits:

  • Ambitious
  • Analytical
  • Solutions and deadline driven
  • Confident
  • Assertive
  • Self-motivated
  • Honest and sincere
  • Committed and loyal to Company, Colleagues and Clients.

Working Hours:  08h00 to 17h00 (Monday to Friday) Overtime as and when required

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Senior SAP Specialist (ECC & MM)

Johannesburg, Gauteng Network Recruitment

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What Youll Tackle:
  • Be the SAP MM go-to for warehousing and procurement across the group
  • Troubleshoot user issues, provide training, and optimise system usage across departments
  • Build and maintain Power BI dashboards that make complex data easy to act on
  • Crunch numbers like a legend with advanced Excel (pivot tables, macros, and VLOOKUPs the works)
  • Act as the bridge between operations, IT, and supply chain, translating real-world needs into SAP solutions
What You Bring to the Table:
  • Solid hands-on experience with SAP ECC and MM modules
  • Deep knowledge of procurement and warehousing operations
  • Advanced Excel wizardry (if you say "just filter it" and walk away, then this isnt for you)
  • Proficiency in Power BI you know how to build dashboards that actually get used
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Senior sap specialist (ecc & mm)

Johannesburg, Gauteng Network Recruitment

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What Youll Tackle: Be the SAP MM go-to for warehousing and procurement across the group Troubleshoot user issues, provide training, and optimise system usage across departments Build and maintain Power BI dashboards that make complex data easy to act on Crunch numbers like a legend with advanced Excel (pivot tables, macros, and VLOOKUPs the works) Act as the bridge between operations, IT, and supply chain, translating real-world needs into SAP solutions What You Bring to the Table: Solid hands-on experience with SAP ECC and MM modules Deep knowledge of procurement and warehousing operations Advanced Excel wizardry (if you say "just filter it" and walk away, then this isnt for you) Proficiency in Power BI you know how to build dashboards that actually get used Ready to be the brains behind the backend and the wizard on the warehouse floor?
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SAP JVA - Package Specialist-SAP HANA FIN JVA

Johannesburg, Gauteng Blue Pearl

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SAP JVA - Package Specialist-SAP HANA FIN JVA

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We are seeking an experienced SAP JVA - Package Specialist with deep functional expertise in Joint Venture Accounting (JVA) within the SAP ecosystem, specifically on SAP S/4HANA . The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong understanding of key JVA functionalities including cutback processing , equity group configuration , and seamless integration with SAP FI/CO modules.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and support SAP JVA implementations and enhancements on S/4HANA platforms.
  • Configure and manage cutback processing, equity groups, and ownership structures in Joint Venture Accounting.
  • Ensure effective integration of JVA with core SAP Finance and Controlling (FI/CO) modules.
  • Engage with key stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into SAP solutions.
  • Provide expert-level support and troubleshooting for existing JVA configurations and related finance processes.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for system testing, training, and go-live activities.

Requirements

Required Skills and Experience:

  • Proven, hands-on experience in SAP Joint Venture Accounting (JVA).
  • Strong knowledge of cutback processing, equity group setups, and partner netting.
  • Demonstrable experience in SAP S/4HANA finance modules.
  • Deep understanding of SAP FI/CO and its integration with JVA.
  • Experience working on full project lifecycles (blueprint to post-go-live support).
  • Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Fluency in Portuguese is highly advantageous. If applicable, please indicate this clearly in your CV or covering letter.
  • SAP certification(s) in Finance or JVA modules would be a plus.
  • Experience in oil & gas, energy, or resource-based industries is beneficial.

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Solution Specialist – SAP Module

Johannesburg, Gauteng Blue Pearl

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Job Purpose

To analyse, design, configure, deploy, and maintain SAP and related system solutions aligned with business processes and requirements. The Solution Specialist ensures operational excellence, supports business continuity, and drives efficiency through innovative system design, configuration, and integration. This role is essential in ensuring the SAP ecosystem supports business objectives and evolves in line with strategic needs.

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Job Purpose

To analyse, design, configure, deploy, and maintain SAP and related system solutions aligned with business processes and requirements. The Solution Specialist ensures operational excellence, supports business continuity, and drives efficiency through innovative system design, configuration, and integration. This role is essential in ensuring the SAP ecosystem supports business objectives and evolves in line with strategic needs.

Job Overview

The Solution Specialist is an Information Technology employee that is responsible for understanding the business process requirements for certain functions in the business and for the design, configuration, deployment and maintenance of system-based solutions that will meet the needs of the business client.

These employees configure new system functionality, but they are also responsible for maintaining, updating and troubleshooting existing system functionality. The main focus for Solution Specialists is the SAP system, and in some instances the Clients global systems and other local systems.

This job forms part of the Information Technology division and job incumbents work across several teams aligned to business functions. The work that these employees perform has an impact on business continuity.

Resource in this team will report to Senior Manager IT: Solutions for a specific area of focus.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

Business Process Analysis

  • Engage with business users through workshops and interviews to gather and verify system requirements.
  • Analyses current business processes, system usage, and potential areas for optimisation.
  • Collaborate with Business Analysts to validate Business Requirement Specifications (BRS).

Solution Design

  • Translate business requirements into functional specifications.
  • Design optimal system processes and configurations that align with SAP best practices.
  • Prepare Functional & Technical Specifications for development and integration.

System Configuration & Development

  • Configure SAP modules to meet business requirements.
  • Develop new system functionality or enhance existing ones in collaboration with developers.
  • Ensure technical integrity of all configurations and document all changes accurately.

System Integration

  • Design and document system integrations between SAP and external/local systems.
  • Ensure seamless data flow and consistent performance across integrated systems.

Testing and Deployment

  • Develop comprehensive test plans and coordinate user acceptance testing (UAT).
  • Manage test cycles, log issues, and validate bug fixes.
  • Lead deployment activities including go-live planning, stakeholder communication, and post-deployment support.

End-User Enablement

  • Prepare and deliver user training materials and sessions.
  • Ensure users are adequately trained and supported during and after implementation.
  • Provide support for helpdesk tickets and troubleshoot issues raised by users.

System Maintenance & Support

  • Monitor system performance, maintain configurations, and troubleshoot issues.
  • Proactively suggest system/process improvements to business stakeholders.
  • Ensure updates and patches are applied in accordance with governance protocols.

Project Management

  • Lead or participate in system implementation projects, including scoping, planning, execution, and tracking.
  • Manage project resources, timelines, and stakeholder communication.
  • Escalate risks and manage issues to resolution.

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Maintain regular communication with business and IT stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with team members across IT and business units to ensure alignment.
  • Build external networks to stay abreast of SAP and industry best practices.

Team & Personal Contribution

  • Attend team meetings, workshops, and collaborative forums.
  • Maintain an updated Individual Development Plan (IDP).
  • Contribute to team knowledge sharing and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Complete administrative duties and contribute to company engagement activities.

Job Outcomes

  • Documented, verified, and maintained system and business requirements.
  • Effective, scalable, and optimally configured SAP solutions.
  • Seamless deployment of new features, with trained end-users.
  • Consistent uptime and performance of system solutions.
  • Compliance with audit, security, and governance standards (SOX, POPIA, ITGC).
  • High-quality documentation supporting users and technical teams.

Requirements

Educational Qualifications

  • SAP Module Certification (e.g. SAP Certified Application Associate in relevant module).
  • Tertiary qualification in Information Technology, Business Systems, or a related field is advantageous.

Experience

  • 8–10 years of total work experience, including:
    • Minimum 8 years of hands-on SAP configuration experience.
    • Experience working in or with the automotive industry is preferred.
    • Demonstrated experience in SAP module implementation, configuration, and support.
    • Proven track record of working on cross-functional SAP projects with integration requirements.
Technical & Functional Skills

  • Deep knowledge of at least one core SAP module (e.g. MM, SD, FI, CO, HR, PP).
  • Proficient in SAP configuration, business process design, and functional documentation.
  • Understanding of integration points across SAP modules and external systems.
  • Knowledge of SAP best practices and solution manager tools.
  • Comfortable using testing tools and project management methods (e.g., Agile, ASAP).

Behavioral Competencies

  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication.
  • High attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment.
  • Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and follow-through.
  • Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

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Solution Specialist – SAP BW

Johannesburg, Gauteng Blue Pearl

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Job Purpose

To design, configure, maintain, and enhance SAP BW solutions to support business intelligence, reporting, and analytics needs across the organization. The SAP BW Solution Specialist ensures timely and accurate access to critical business data, supports decision-making through high-quality information delivery, and drives system improvements aligned to business requirements.

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Job Purpose

To design, configure, maintain, and enhance SAP BW solutions to support business intelligence, reporting, and analytics needs across the organization. The SAP BW Solution Specialist ensures timely and accurate access to critical business data, supports decision-making through high-quality information delivery, and drives system improvements aligned to business requirements.

Job Overview

The Solution Specialist is an Information Technology employee that is responsible for understanding the business process requirements for certain functions in the business and for the design, configuration, deployment and maintenance of system-based solutions that will meet the needs of the business client.

These employees configure new system functionality, but they are also responsible for maintaining, updating and troubleshooting existing system functionality. The main focus for Solution Specialists is the SAP system, and in some instances the Clients global systems and other local systems.

This job forms part of the Information Technology division and job incumbents work across several teams aligned to business functions. The work that these employees perform has an impact on business continuity.

Resource in this team will report to Senior Manager IT: Solutions for a specific area of focus.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

Business Requirement Analysis

  • Engage with business stakeholders to understand reporting and analytics needs.
  • Analyse existing data flows, BW models, and reporting tools to identify improvements.
  • Collaborate with business users to validate and enhance Business Requirement Specifications.

Solution Design & Architecture

  • Design robust SAP BW data models (InfoObjects, DSOs, InfoCubes, CompositeProviders, etc.).
  • Develop new process chains, transformations, and data flows using SAP best practices.
  • Create detailed Functional and Technical Specifications.

Development & Configuration

  • Configure SAP BW (on HANA or traditional) components to support enterprise data warehousing.
  • Integrate data from various SAP modules (e.g., FI, MM, SD, PP) and external sources.
  • Support enhancements and custom development for reports and KPIs.

Data Management & ETL

  • Design and maintain ETL processes using SAP BW tools and interfaces.
  • Monitor and optimize data loads, ensuring data accuracy and performance.
  • Resolve data issues and identify trends to improve reporting efficiency.

Reporting & Analytics

  • Support frontend tools such as SAP BEx, BW Queries, and integration with SAP Analytics Cloud, Power BI, or other reporting platforms.
  • Enable self-service reporting by building user-friendly data models and templates.
  • Collaborate with business intelligence teams to deliver dashboards and visualisations.

Testing & Deployment

  • Plan and execute unit, integration, and user acceptance testing.
  • Manage defect tracking, resolutions, and documentation updates.
  • Ensure proper system handover and training to users prior to go-live.

Support & Maintenance

  • Monitor SAP BW performance and proactively address system issues.
  • Provide 2nd/3rd level support to users and resolve incident tickets.
  • Maintain accurate and updated documentation for all BW models and reports.

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Act as a key contact point for business units on SAP BW reporting and data-related matters.
  • Communicate changes, system downtime, and new features effectively.
  • Build strong relationships across IT and business teams to align goals.

Continuous Improvement

  • Analyse system usage and identify opportunities to streamline reports and data models.
  • Stay updated on SAP BW on HANA and embedded analytics advancements.
  • Collaborate on internal knowledge sharing and mentoring of junior staff.

Key Job Outcomes

  • Timely, accurate, and reliable reporting solutions aligned with business needs.
  • Well-structured and efficient SAP BW data models and process chains.
  • Data integration across SAP and non-SAP systems supporting enterprise reporting.
  • Reduced system downtime and fast resolution of reporting issues.
  • Documentation that meets audit and compliance standards (e.g., SOX, POPIA, ITGC).
  • Skilled and enabled end-users through effective training and support.

Indicators of High Performance

  • Delivering complete, accurate, and well-tested reporting solutions on time.
  • Recognised by stakeholders as responsive and knowledgeable.
  • Continuously seeks optimisation opportunities and proactively resolves issues.
  • Produces concise, high-quality documentation and presentations.
  • Demonstrates passion for analytics, data quality, and business outcomes.
  • Maintains up-to-date expertise in SAP BW and related BI tools.

Requirements

Education & Certification

  • SAP BW certification (required)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent (preferred)

Experience

  • 8–10 years of total work experience
  • At least 8 years of SAP BW experience, including configuration and data modelling
  • Prior experience in the automotive or manufacturing industry (preferred)
  • Hands-on experience in:
    • SAP BW 7.5 / BW on HANA / BW/4HANA
    • InfoObjects, DSO, InfoCubes, MultiProviders, CompositeProviders
    • BEx Queries and integration with front-end reporting tools
    • ETL and data extraction from SAP and non-SAP sources
    • Performance tuning and data load optimisation
Technical Skills

  • Strong knowledge of BW architecture and data modelling
  • Familiarity with SAP HANA modelling and embedded analytics
  • Understanding of SAP modules (e.g., FI, SD, MM) from a data perspective
  • ABAP for BW (advantageous)
  • Familiarity with data governance and security practices

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  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Collaborative team player who can also work independently
  • Self-driven, with a focus on quality and continuous improvement
  • Ability to manage time and priorities in a fast-paced environment

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Join to apply for the Solution Specialist – SAP BW role at Blue Pearl 1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Solution Specialist – SAP BW role at Blue Pearl Job PurposeTo design, configure, maintain, and enhance SAP BW solutions to support business intelligence, reporting, and analytics needs across the organization. The SAP BW Solution Specialist ensures timely and accurate access to critical business data, supports decision-making through high-quality information delivery, and drives system improvements aligned to business requirements. Job DescriptionJob PurposeTo design, configure, maintain, and enhance SAP BW solutions to support business intelligence, reporting, and analytics needs across the organization. The SAP BW Solution Specialist ensures timely and accurate access to critical business data, supports decision-making through high-quality information delivery, and drives system improvements aligned to business requirements.Job Overview The Solution Specialist is an Information Technology employee that is responsible for understanding the business process requirements for certain functions in the business and for the design, configuration, deployment and maintenance of system-based solutions that will meet the needs of the business client.These employees configure new system functionality, but they are also responsible for maintaining, updating and troubleshooting existing system functionality. The main focus for Solution Specialists is the SAP system, and in some instances the Clients global systems and other local systems.This job forms part of the Information Technology division and job incumbents work across several teams aligned to business functions. The work that these employees perform has an impact on business continuity.Resource in this team will report to Senior Manager IT: Solutions for a specific area of focus.RequirementsKey ResponsibilitiesBusiness Requirement AnalysisEngage with business stakeholders to understand reporting and analytics needs. Analyse existing data flows, BW models, and reporting tools to identify improvements. Collaborate with business users to validate and enhance Business Requirement Specifications. Solution Design & ArchitectureDesign robust SAP BW data models (Info Objects, DSOs, Info Cubes, Composite Providers, etc.). Develop new process chains, transformations, and data flows using SAP best practices. Create detailed Functional and Technical Specifications. Development & ConfigurationConfigure SAP BW (on HANA or traditional) components to support enterprise data warehousing. Integrate data from various SAP modules (e.g., FI, MM, SD, PP) and external sources. Support enhancements and custom development for reports and KPIs. Data Management & ETLDesign and maintain ETL processes using SAP BW tools and interfaces. Monitor and optimize data loads, ensuring data accuracy and performance. Resolve data issues and identify trends to improve reporting efficiency. Reporting & AnalyticsSupport frontend tools such as SAP BEx, BW Queries, and integration with SAP Analytics Cloud, Power BI, or other reporting platforms. Enable self-service reporting by building user-friendly data models and templates. Collaborate with business intelligence teams to deliver dashboards and visualisations. Testing & DeploymentPlan and execute unit, integration, and user acceptance testing. Manage defect tracking, resolutions, and documentation updates. Ensure proper system handover and training to users prior to go-live. Support & MaintenanceMonitor SAP BW performance and proactively address system issues. Provide 2nd/3rd level support to users and resolve incident tickets. Maintain accurate and updated documentation for all BW models and reports. Stakeholder EngagementAct as a key contact point for business units on SAP BW reporting and data-related matters. Communicate changes, system downtime, and new features effectively. Build strong relationships across IT and business teams to align goals. Continuous ImprovementAnalyse system usage and identify opportunities to streamline reports and data models. Stay updated on SAP BW on HANA and embedded analytics advancements. Collaborate on internal knowledge sharing and mentoring of junior staff. Key Job OutcomesTimely, accurate, and reliable reporting solutions aligned with business needs. Well-structured and efficient SAP BW data models and process chains. Data integration across SAP and non-SAP systems supporting enterprise reporting. Reduced system downtime and fast resolution of reporting issues. Documentation that meets audit and compliance standards (e.g., SOX, POPIA, ITGC). Skilled and enabled end-users through effective training and support. Indicators of High PerformanceDelivering complete, accurate, and well-tested reporting solutions on time. Recognised by stakeholders as responsive and knowledgeable. Continuously seeks optimisation opportunities and proactively resolves issues. Produces concise, high-quality documentation and presentations. Demonstrates passion for analytics, data quality, and business outcomes. Maintains up-to-date expertise in SAP BW and related BI tools. Requirements Education & CertificationSAP BW certification (required) Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent (preferred) Experience 8–10 years of total work experience At least 8 years of SAP BW experience, including configuration and data modelling Prior experience in the automotive or manufacturing industry (preferred) Hands-on experience in: SAP BW 7.5 / BW on HANA / BW/4 HANA Info Objects, DSO, Info Cubes, Multi Providers, Composite Providers BEx Queries and integration with front-end reporting tools ETL and data extraction from SAP and non-SAP sources Performance tuning and data load optimisation Technical Skills Strong knowledge of BW architecture and data modelling Familiarity with SAP HANA modelling and embedded analytics Understanding of SAP modules (e.g., FI, SD, MM) from a data perspective ABAP for BW (advantageous) Familiarity with data governance and security practices Behavioral CompetenciesAnalytical and detail-oriented mindset Strong communication and interpersonal skills Collaborative team player who can also work independently Self-driven, with a focus on quality and continuous improvement Ability to manage time and priorities in a fast-paced environment check(event) ; career-website-detail-template-2 = apply(record.id,meta)" mousedown="lyte-button = check(event)" final-style="background-color:#187 B9 E;border-color:#187 B9 E;color:white;" final-class="lyte-button lyte Background Color Btn lyte Success" lyte-rendered="" Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Sales and Business Development Industries IT Services and IT Consulting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Blue Pearl by 2x Get notified about new Solutions Specialist jobs in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa . 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