Business Process Specialist (SAP MM) (Centurion) at AFGRI Equipment

Description

• 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.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• SAP Certification or Bachelor’s 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)

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

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

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

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

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

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