Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced SAP Functional Consultant (Expert) to lead operational excellence within a complex SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) landscape. This role focuses on DevOps-led operations, system stability, incident management, and continuous improvement for warehouse and internal logistics processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the SAP EWM operations team (20+ DevOps engineers)
- Oversee day-to-day incident management, support, and continuous improvement activities
- Plan, organize, and participate in 24/7 support operations
- Coordinate SAP maintenance, system changes, and technical projects across the EWM landscape
- Monitor system health and perform proactive checks, including dump and trace analysis
- Provide 2nd level escalation support for critical incidents and coordinate resolution with development and infrastructure teams
- Conduct root-cause analysis and implement measures to prevent recurring issues
- Support go-live planning, cutover activities, and quality assurance for EWM rollouts and enhancements
- Manage batch job scheduling, monitoring, and administration
- Enforce SAP security, controls, and compliance requirements
- Collaborate with development teams on new transactions, roles, and access requirements
- Maintain operational documentation, runbooks, and knowledge assets
- Facilitate high-priority incident calls and communicate business impact and risk
- Consolidate and present operational KPIs and performance reporting
- Coach and train team members and end-users to improve operational capability
- Manage stakeholder communication and present technical insights to business and IT leadership
Requirements
- Proven expertise in SAP configuration and operations within complex enterprise landscapes
- Strong experience with SAP system monitoring, health checks, and dump/trace analysis
- Hands-on knowledge of cross-module integration (EWM, MM, PP, FI, CO, LE)
- Experience managing technical operations or DevOps teams supporting SAP environments
- Strong understanding of DevOps practices and operational governance
- Ability to plan and execute SAP maintenance and system changes
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for production incident resolution
- Experience working within Agile/Scrum environments
- Proficiency with tools such as Jira, Confluence, and SAP Solution Manager
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including translating technical concepts for non-technical audiences
Qualifications & Experience
Typically 6+ years of SAP operations experience, including EWM-related projects
Experience delivering system maintenance and non-functional projects in SAP environments
IT degree or equivalent technical qualification
Background knowledge of ABAP and HANA is advantageous
Experience with project management methodologies in SAP environments
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About Other IT/Computer Jobs in Gauteng
The IT and computer industry is one of the most dynamic and growing sectors in Gauteng, with a thriving job market that offers a wide range of opportunities for career advancement.
In terms of salary ranges, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect to earn anywhere from R800 000 per annum for junior positions to over R2 million for senior executives. The average salary for software engineers is around R1.5 million, while data analysts can earn between R900 000 and R1.2 million. With experience and skills, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect significant salary increases, with some roles offering bonuses and benefits that can increase their overall remuneration.
To succeed in the IT industry in Gauteng, candidates need to possess a range of key skills, including programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++, as well as experience with databases, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills are also essential for success in this field. Additionally, knowledge of ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) and Agile methodologies can be highly valued by employers.
Several major companies and industries in Gauteng are currently hiring IT professionals, including technology firms such as Microsoft, IBM, and Oracle, as well as banks and financial institutions like Standard Bank and Nedbank. The finance industry is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
Career growth opportunities are abundant in the IT industry in Gauteng, with many companies investing heavily in employee training and development programs. With experience and skills, IT professionals can move into senior leadership positions or start their own businesses, while also pursuing further education and certifications. The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
Overall, the IT industry in Gauteng offers a wide range of exciting career opportunities for job seekers with the right skills and experience. With salaries that are competitive with those offered by major companies globally, there has never been a better time to pursue a career in this dynamic and rapidly evolving field.
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