Job title : Specialist : SAP Basis (10417)
Job Location : Gauteng,
Deadline : October 12, 2025
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Job Purpose
To support clients with high complexity requirement analysis and systems configuration, implementation, and support of respective SAP modules. This role uses consulting skills, business knowledge, and SAP solution experience to effectively integrate SAP technology into the client’s business environment in order to achieve client expected business results.To participate in the cost effective and efficient Production, Quality Assurance, Alpha and RTR environment to support organisation's goals and objectives through SAP Basis / Core Architecture Platform Technology Installation, design, implementation and support.Education and Experience
Minimum Qualification & Experience Required
Bachelor's Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) in Information Technology AND 5 - 7 years’ experience in an SAP Basis environment, of which 2 - 3 years must be at a technically skilled level.OR
Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND Relevant IT Qualification (s) / Certification (s), and 5 - 7 years’ experience in an SAP Basis environment, of which 2 - 3 years must be at a technically skilled level AND additional requirements specified in Min Functional requirements, where applicable.#ALTERNATIVE
Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND 10 years’ experience in and SAP Basis, of which 2 - 3 years at a technically skilled levelMinimum Functional Requirements
At least 5 years' experience in SAP environment, of which 2-3 years ideally at SAP Basis specialist level5 years’ experience and knowledge of key integration points between SAP modulesExperience and knowledge of SAP Basis and key integration points between SAP modulesRelevant SAP Basis training or certificationRelevant SAP Basis analysis and configuration experienceJob Outputs : Process
Accumulate information to review work progress that provides input to reporting, decision making and the identification of improvement opportunities.Apply practical and applied knowledge and act authoritatively on methods, systems and procedures to identify trends and potential risks.Communication of situational interpretation and judgement of work outputs and queries in area of specialisation.Correctly apply policies, practices, standards, procedures and legislation in the delivery of work outputs.Draw on own knowledge and experience to diagnose symptoms, causes and possible effects in order to solve emerging problems.Initiate and assist in the implementation of new or revised Policies and Procedures.Plan for value-added process improvements, initiatives and services to deliver on operational strategy and objectives.Provide specialist input through the investigation of opportunities for operational and process, product and risk optimisation.Initiate process and procedural change, implement the change and provide guidelines and support related to new requirements as a result of the change.Perform high complex tasks during the implementation and support of various SAP modules to enhance the business functionality and overall performance, while maintaining customer satisfaction.Carry out high complex assignments requiring the development of new or improved procedure.Analyse requirements, perform configuration enhancements, and testing in various SAP Modules such as Finance, Human Resources, Procurement, Revenue Management, Governance, Application Lifecycle Management, cloud solutions, etc.Analyse the current business processes and scenarios of the client and recommend / develop solutions to meet the client's need.Support the successful implementation of SAP applications, providing technical expertise, presentation, and advise on SAP products to clients.Perform in-depth analysis of the current business processes and scenarios of the client then recommend or configure solutions to meet the client’s needs according to industry best practices.Acts as liaison with client for troubleshooting : investigate, analyse, and solve SAP related application problems and map client business requirements, processes and objectives and develop necessary product modifications to satisfy clients' needs.Incident Resolution for severity 2 and 3 issues and assist with Business escalations for issues raised.Maintain a thorough knowledge of the organization and adhere to all organizational standards.Communicate and disseminate the policy and procedures to relevant stakeholders and the employees.Test new and current software for acceptance into the production environment.Governance
Implement and provide input into the development of governance, compliance, integrity and ethics processes within area of specialisation.People
Develop and maintain productive working relationships with peers and team members to achieve predefined objectives.Search for, integrate and share new knowledge attained through formal and informal learning opportunities in the execution of your job.Client
Contribute to a culture of service excellence, which builds positive relationships and provides opportunity for feedback and exceptional service.Provide authoritative, specialist services, expertise and advice to internal and external stakeholders.Implement continuous improvements and shorter turnaround times in line with Service Level Agreements with stakeholders.Behavioural competencies
AccountabilityAnalytical ThinkingAttention to DetailAdaptabilityCommitment to Continuous LearningConceptual AbilityCustomer serviceFairness and transparencyHonesty and IntegrityOrganisational AwarenessRespectTrustTechnical competencies
Computer LiteracyFunctional Policies and ProceduresCustomer Relationship ManagementSystem ThinkingProblem Analysis and JudgementAdministrative SupportBusiness IT SystemsSolves problems and applies a range of IT systems skillsSARS Systems ProductsEffective Business CommunicationICT jobs