Business Process Specialist (SAP MM)

To act as a trusted SAP and business process advisor by analysing designing configuring and supporting best-practice business processes within SAP. The role focuses on improving operational efficiency enabling system optimisation supporting projects and driving continuous improvement through effective system solutions change management and user enablement.

Minimum Requirements

• SAP Certification or Bachelors Degree or minimum 7 years relevant experience
• Minimum 5 years SAP end-user experience
• Minimum 5 years SAP configuration experience (SAP MM preferred)
• Proven SAP implementation and application support experience
• Strong understanding of business process design and SAP integration principles
• Experience working in ERP environments (SAP / Sage X3 advantageous)

Key Performance Areas (KPAs)

1. Information Technology Operations Support

• Provide end-to-end support for assigned SAP applications and business processes
• Analyse business and functional requirements and propose best-practice SAP solutions
• Manage incidents service requests and escalations via the IT Service Desk
• Enforce change control and Change Advisory Board (CAB) processes
• Build strong working relationships with business stakeholders and IT teams

2. Information Technology Operations Enhance

• Identify and implement process improvements and system enhancements
• Promote standard SAP solutions over unnecessary customisation
• Drive automation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support deployment of new SAP functionality and system upgrades
• Develop and deliver training and change management interventions

3. IT Project Execution

• Contribute to SAP and IT optimisation projects from planning to delivery
• Coordinate project tasks dependencies and deliverables
• Ensure accurate complete and compliant project documentation
• Support testing configuration and implementation activities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives

4. People Management

• Contribute positively to team collaboration and knowledge sharing
• Support cross-skilling and continuity within the IT applications team
• Manage personal workload effectively to meet deadlines and priorities
• Provide cover and support during periods of absence when required
• Maintain accurate timesheets and administrative records

5. Financial Management

• Identify opportunities for cost optimisation within IT systems and processes
• Support cost reduction initiatives and efficiency improvements
• Ensure solutions are aligned to budgetary constraints
• Contribute to financial reporting inputs where required
• Promote value-driven decision-making in system design and enhancements

6. Governance Risk and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with AFGRI IT policies frameworks and standards
• Manage application access controls and audit requirements
• Identify and report system operational and compliance risks
• Support disaster recovery testing and audit remediation activities
• Ensure licence compliance and timely renewals across applications

Technical Competencies

• SAP MM functional configuration and integration knowledge
• Business process mapping and optimisation
• SAP change management and user training
• ERP systems experience across multi-industry environments
• Strong MS Office proficiency
• Understanding of SDLC IT governance and enterprise architecture

Behavioural Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• High attention to detail and quality-driven mindset
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
• Adaptable innovative and improvement-focused
• High level of integrity and professionalism

Closing Date: 03 April 2026

Please note that correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Applicants who have not heard from us within 30 days of the closing date may assume that their applications have been unsuccessful and are hereby thanked for their interest.

The filling of this position will be aligned with AFGRIs Employment Equity Policy.

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