SAP Production Planning Functional Consultant (Contract) GautengHybrid ISB6200513

Our client is seeking a Senior SAP Functional Consultant to support integrated SAP systems (SAP ECC and SAP APO) for all planning processes within a worldwide regional and central after-sales distribution network.

The role involves managing complex after-sales processes including purchasing integration forecasting strategic planning material planning and supplier ordering.

You will work within an Agile Working Model to deliver high-quality SAP solutions that ensure business agility and operational excellence.

Key Highlights

Senior Impact: Functional expert responsible for improving existing systems through conceptual changes.

Advanced SAP Stack: Deep focus on SAP ECC SAP APO and SCM planning processes.

Global Distribution: Support a central after-sales network affecting worldwide regional operations.

Work-Life Balance: High flexibility with a 1960-hour annual model and hybrid work options.

Position Details

• Contract Duration: 01 June 2026 31 December 2028.
• Location: Hybrid Midrand / Menlyn / Rosslyn / Home Office rotation.
• Experience Required: 6 8 years of professional experience in SAP functional consulting.

Qualifications & Experience

• Relevant IT or Business Degree or equivalent practical experience in supply chain.
• SAP Certification in one or more areas: SAP PP SAP APO or SAP SCM.
• 6 years of professional experience in software or SAP engineering.
• Functional mastery of SAP planning and distribution disciplines.

Essential Skills & Technologies

• Extensive knowledge and hands-on customizing experience in one or more SAP Supply Chain modules including SAP PP SAP SCM SAP APO and SAP eSPP.
• Strong expertise in SAP Core Interface (CIF) including integration model setup queue monitoring and troubleshooting. Proficient in Forecast Models Inventory Planning Purchasing SCP Master Data as well as concepts such as Safety Stock and Economic Order Quantity (EOQ).
• Ability to translate complex business requirements into clear functional concepts and detailed functional specifications.
• Deep understanding of the end to end Supply Chain Planning process covering the full flow of demand and supply across all planning horizons from Demand Planning through Supply Network Planning.
• Thorough knowledge of key Supply Chain Planning disciplines including stock replenishment stock ordering inventory management Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP) and the configuration and operation of planning optimizers within APO/eSPP.
• Working knowledge of cross functional SAP integration particularly with related modules such as MM SD and WM/EWM (advantageous).
• Practical experience working in Agile environments including the use of Confluence and JIRA for documentation collaboration and work management.
• Data Analytical skills

Advantageous Skills:

• Experience with advanced supply chain planning tools such as SAP IBP APO and eSPP.
• Exposure to SAP S/4HANA implementation and migration projects.
• Practical understanding of Agile methodologies including participation in Agile ceremonies and use of Agile toolchains.
• Basic ABAP debugging skills enabling effective analysis and collaboration with technical teams.
• Experience collaborating with international stakeholders including exposure to multilingual environments and cross cultural communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather and analyse business requirements prepare AS IS and TO BE process documentation and obtain user sign off on functional and/or technical design specifications.
• Identify and recommend improvements to enhance the effectiveness and sustainability of existing or new business processes.
• Implement required system changes through SAP configuration ensuring alignment with approved design specifications.
• Collaborate with cross functional SAP consultants (e.g. MM SD EWM Basis Development) to address integration requirements and ensure seamless end to end process execution.
• Prepare test data and supporting documentation and execute Unit Regression and Integration testing including capturing and tracking test results.
• Develop user documentation such as training material and work instructions and conduct training sessions for business users or process owners.
• Plan and support go live activities including cutover preparation migration validation execution and post go live hypercare.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders through meetings workshops calls and written communication to clarify requirements and provide status updates.
• Provide production support including incident analysis troubleshooting and resolution of SAP issues within agreed SLA timelines.
• Analyse and define end user authorization requirements ensuring appropriate access for planning related business processes.
• Maintain and update system/process documentation to reflect changes introduced through configuration or solution enhancements.
• Work effectively within Agile delivery frameworks participating in daily stand ups sprint planning reviews and retrospectives.
• Use Agile toolsets (e.g. JIRA Confluence) to manage work items maintain documentation and ensure accurate updates for the feature team.

NB:

• South African citizens/residents preferred.
• Applicants with valid work permits will also be considered.
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