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PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES

• The S/4HANA Senior Finance Consultant will act as trusted partner to our customers on their journey to the cloud, from scoping and planning of the initial deployment to continuous value engineering.
• The Senior consultant role requires deep understanding of the cloud business model, the ERP processes across functional borders, as well as a service-oriented attitude with the aim to achieve customer delight.

EXPECTATION AND TASKS

• As SAP Premium Hub Center of Expertise (CoE) consultant, you will support EMEA customers on their SAP S/4HANA adoption projects; as well as live customers that need to optimize business process, monitor operations, upgrade existing systems, etc., through the support from SAP Premium Engagement services.
• The CoE Senior S/4HANA Finance Consultant must be able to accompany customers executing S/4HANA implementation projects with SAP Partners, or SAP led. The Consultant will provide guidance and support across all SAP Activate phases to ensure a successful S/4HANA implementation project
• Your role involves delivery of technical and application services within customer engagements. You need excellent SAP Finance Software skills, and you are a decent problem solver with the ability to communicate effectively in an international environment.

According to your experience, strengths and customer needs, you will conduct some of the following tasks:

• Prepare, design, realize and support Go-Lives for customer implementation projects
• Support feasibility studies and process design reviews
• Detailed planning of process implementation
• Detailed blueprinting for development requirements
• Develop and Assure quality of process models
• Demonstrate profound knowledge of modeling standards and tools
• Support the development of overall project plans (scoping process) as well as individual work plans; acting as liaison with client for troubleshooting (investigates, analyses, and solves software problems)
• Analyze and map clients’ business requirements, processes and objectives; develop necessary product modifications to satisfy clients’ needs.  
• Support the Services Organization with implementation projects, pre-sales support (estimating), spot consulting and internal projects and commit to the success of customers, partners, colleagues, and SAP
• Live and breath the cloud business model and the subsequent implications in regard to the implementation & post-implementation service business
• Ensure customer success, satisfaction, and reference ability for S/4HANA Cloud customer
• Articulate the S/4HANA Cloud business capabilities and value, differentiate S/4HANA Cloud and On-Premise solutions
• Follow the methodology, tools, and processes to ensure successful customer adoption
• Deliver agile services in a fast-changing environment
• Support the industrialization of the implementation process
• Understand and practice value-based “fit to standard” delivery approach
• Position and Deliver transition roadmaps between on-prem and Cloud solutions
• Drive the adoption of the value based innovation roadmap and guide the customer in their journey
• Know and build business process according to Industry Best Practices, empowering a standard mindset to live in
• Collaboration with internal/external consultants as part of the platform growth and solution providing
• Drive and deliver customer conversations with focus on BUSINESS OUTCOMES 
• In the Discover and Prepare phases, the consultant must demonstrate business benefits to adopt S/4HANA, provide recommendations about best transition path and support customers on architecture definitions.
• Propose recommendations to optimize business processes in Deploy phase, from a technical and functional perspectives.
• Support customer to address issues reported during Run and operation phases.
• Support business processes continuous improvement once customer is operating S/4HANA.

MANDATORY SKILLS

In addition to a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Finance  or related discipline, and a minimum of 10+  years’ progressive experience, the successful candidate will possess:

• Good Communication skills
• Delivery experience in agile methodology (e.g. SAP Activate)
• Experience in Change and Value Management and Realization
• Consulting delivery skills (hands-on & project management)
• Adaptability and flexibility to manage deadline pressure, ambiguity and change. 
• Acts as a Senior Trusted Advisor to the customer’s Finance department, covering the entire company of a big/complex, multinational Finance Processes end-to-end
• Certifications in S/4HANA Finance or S/4HANA Architecture are a must
• Defines Finance Strategies, Governance and Finance Process Architecture based on state-of-the art of S4HANA Cloud – On premise Finance technology
• Defines the strategic, conceptual, and technical boundaries for the design of the SAP S4HANA Finance processes, supporting the accounting principles and localizations solutions required by the customer. Can address the organization as well as the procedures of customers’ Finance departments with a focus on high efficiency, stability and performance. 
• Cross industry experience 
• Strong writing, mentoring, decision making, communication, and meeting facilitation skills; ability to utilize a combination of formal authority and persuasion skill sets. 
• Exceptional leadership, organizational and interpersonal skills; the ability to work well with people from different disciplines with varying degrees of technical experience; competence in clear concise and tactful communication with senior executive management, clients, peers and team members. 

Professional Experience

• - 10+ years of professional experience; demonstrated knowledge / expertise of at least one industry / solution segment, preferable S4HANA Finance experience 
•  Expected Travel: 0% - 70%

PREFERABLE SKILLS

• PMP or SAP Activate Certification will be preferred.
• Relevant Finance and Accounting Certifications
• Communication in German Language is plus.
• Knowledge of cloud, Hosted Services, and SaaS/ PaaS models, RISE are plus.

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What you bring

• You are a seasoned professional who combines deep technical expertise with business acumen and a genuine empathy for customers.

Must-have:

• 10+ years of experience in customer-facing roles (e.g., Program Manager, Architect, Customer Engagement, Customer Advisory).
• SAP implementation, transformation experience as a consultant, program director or internal IT 
• Proven track record in delivering enterprise business transformations through large-scale application delivery
• Demonstrated S/4HANA technical and/or SAP S/4HANA application/functional knowledge through active transformation projects
• Exceptional communication, influencing, and negotiation skills in English, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders across IT and business.
• Ability to operate in large and complex organizations with multiple stakeholders

Nice to have:

• Experience using SAP LeanIX and Signavio to document architectures and business processes.
• Familiarity with both cloud SAP solutions.
• BTP Certifications (Integration Suite, Extension Suite, SAP Build).
• Professional Certifications such as SAP Enterprise Architecture Framework (LeanIX EAM), SAP Certified Professional–Enterprise Architect (P_SAPEA_2023), or TOGAF.

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THE ROLE

• The Client Delivery Manager (CDM) serves as primary point of contact for SAP Cloud Customers of Enterprise Cloud Services, mainly focusing on HANA Enterprise Cloud (HEC), S/4HANA private cloud edition, S/4HANA Cloud extended Edition, HANA Enterprise Cloud advanced Edition.
• The CDM drives end-to-end customer engagement from signature onwards, particularly customer onboarding, continuous service delivery, release and maintenance project initiation, architecture and governance coaching, relationship management, and renewal initiation.
• The CDM is expected to maintain customer satisfaction through issue mitigation and escalation management, to build strong relationships with key customer stakeholders, and help customers maximize the value of their partnership with SAP. 

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

Key Responsibilities

• Develop a strategic engagement with your client to establish client focus on the core of the services delivered. Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Demonstrate accountability as the single orchestrator for End2End delivery. Enforce a culture of performance & collaboration through delivery engagement and Internal Stakeholder Management.
• Proactive account cost management. Understanding customer business needs to find innovative solutions adapted to client’s level of maturity, Safeguarding ECS Revenue, contract renewals.
• Accountable for entire SAP ECS engagement across all lifecycle phases, lead the engagement with supporting ECS functions and roles to deliver as per contract scope and in line with customer expectations.
• Act as an (de-)escalation point for delivery-related topics (Incidents, Service Requests and other customer requirements).
• Support the positioning of additional ECS offerings and support contract renewal in alignment with SAP sales teams.
• Proactive management of Operational security risk by ensuring maintenance activities are addressed promptly, making customers aware of compliance reports and closure of risk letters.
• Create a culture of pro-active problem management, continually improve the effectiveness and efficiency of services delivered to customer.
• Collaborate with SAP Enterprise Cloud Services delivery units to establish long-term service plans and account visions.

Education, Skills, and Competencies

Required skills

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalents in Business Administration, Computer Science, Technical Engineering, Economics, or related fields.
• Good understanding of SAP Basis, system migration and/or functional SAP application knowledge.
• Understanding of SAP’s cloud business, cloud and hybrid infrastructure and cloud operation processes.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills in Portuguese  and English, ability to switch communication styles for technical and non-technical audiences with confidence, including management level at customers.
• High competency in multi-tasking and ability to manage multiple engagements in parallel.
• Pro-active, problem-solving, "can-do" attitude and “customer first” mindset.
• Accustomed to working in an international and global virtual matrix organization.
• Strong engagement management, relationship building and de-escalation skills.
• Excellent customer focus experience and thorough with networking and relationship building results-driven leader.

Preferred skills

• Certification on SAP Basis/Application, Project Management or Hyper scalers (Azure/AWS/GCP) is beneficial.
• Knowledge and certifications in standards and methodologies for SAP IT operations (e.g. SAP CoE, ITIL V4 Foundation or Expert Level, Run SAP standards, Solution Manager ALM) are beneficial.
• Fluency in English and Portuguese  is mandatory.

Work Experience

• Total 10+ years’ experience in SAP project management or SAP Operations or IT industry experience in SAP technology.
• 6+ years’ experience in a customer-facing role in the cloud or IT consulting business.
• 6+ years’ experience in SAP Basis and/or infrastructure operation/development is preferred.

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What you’ll build

• In this role, you'll build and maintain relationships with public sector customers, prospective customers, and partners—ensuring customer satisfaction and driving value.
• You'll be responsible for delivering SAP's products and solutions tailored to public sector needs, supporting digital transformation and modernization initiatives.
• Your work will directly impact the continuity and expansion of the customer’s ongoing business with SAP, supporting efforts to ensure solutions are adopted and value is realized in the public sector.

What you bring

• Essential Technical Skills: Deep knowledge of project management and strong functional skills. Experience with public sector processes and regulations. Certifications such as PMI, Six Sigma, or equivalent (Black Belt level if in Six Sigma) are highly advantageous.
• Experience Level: Sound professional experience in the public sector, with a background in managing high-volume or high-risk projects. Understanding of government procurement processes.
• Mindset: A proactive problem-solver who can navigate complex public sector environments. Ability to find common ground for cooperation within project teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Nice-to-Have:

• Previous experience in using SAP solutions within the public sector.
• A strong network within government agencies and public sector organizations.

Where you belong

Focus:

• Team Culture: Our team is dynamic and collaborative, working together to achieve common goals. We thrive on solving complex issues unique to the public sector and delivering quality outcomes that improve public services.
• Thrive Here If: You enjoy working in a structured yet innovative environment, are detail-oriented, and excel at building strategic partnerships with key decision-makers in government and public sector organizations.
• Collaboration: We regularly communicate project status and updates, ensuring that everyone is aligned and working towards the same objectives. We work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions.
• Growth Opportunities: There are ample opportunities for learning and development, including programs to enhance your project management, communication, and public sector-specific skills. The role may also include team lead or supervisory responsibilities, providing a pathway for career progression.
• Unique Aspects: We value diversity and inclusion, fostering a sense of community and belonging. Our workplace is unique in that it encourages innovation and provides the resources to execute on high-impact projects that make a difference in society.

What we do:

• Manage projects of high volume or high risk/complexity specific to the public sector.
• Ensure business-critical and innovative results, managing goals, milestones, and budgets appropriately.
• Represent SAP to public sector customers, delivering quality outcomes and communicating relevant project information in a timely manner.
• Formulate clear project plans that include milestones, timelines, and sub-projects, while capturing stakeholder opinions and expectations.
• Share in-depth knowledge and experience with the team to enable decision-making and provide innovative solutions to complex public sector issues.

Who we are:

• A team of dedicated professionals focused on driving SAP's success through exceptional customer relationships and strategic partnerships within the public sector.
• Committed to ensuring that our solutions meet public sector needs and align with strategic government goals and financial objectives.

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THE SAP YOUNG PROFESSIONALS PROGRAM

• The SAP Young Professionals Program is a free initiative delivered by the Digital Skills Center of SAP. The program, which lasts for 2 months, is designed to give recent graduates the certifications and soft skills required to begin a career as an SAP Associate Consultant. 
• At the end of the training, SAP will work very closely with the program graduates to introduce them to a host of opportunities with SAP customers and partners to work as an SAP Consultant.

SAP CONSULTANTS  

• The role of an SAP Consultant can be divided into 2 functions: Functional and Technical.
• The consultant will contribute to blueprinting, design, implementation, operation, optimization, and upgrade phase of a S/4 HANA project, and provide business process as well as functional expertise, and project guidance to our clients to ensure their investment in SAP software and consulting services will make their business the best run business.
• The Consultant is also responsible for maintaining a high degree of customer satisfaction in each of their accounts in addition to growing and developing referenceable customers through their investigation, analysis, consulting, coaching, knowledge transfer, and relationship-building efforts.

CERTIFICATE INFORMATION:

• End-to-End Business Processes in SAP Business Suite explores SAP’s End-to-End (E2E) Business Processes within the SAP Business Suite, representing the complete journey of core functions like Accounting, HR, Purchasing, Production, Sales, and Service. It highlights the seamless interaction and integration between these departments, ensuring an intelligent, continuous workflow that eliminates departmental fragmentation and data silos. 

HOW YOU BENEFIT:

• Start your journey to become an SAP Consultant;
• Gain globally-recognised associate-level SAP Certifications;
• Learn directly from SAP experts;
• Experience classroom and workshop-based training in SAP Technologies;
• Develop the soft skills needed to prepare you for successful job applications;
• Benefit from introductions to job opportunities within the SAP Ecosystem to help secure a position after the training. Please note this program does not guarantee you a job at the end of it.

WHAT WE REQUIRE FROM A CANDIDATE:

• Candidates must have the legal right to work in South Africa.
• Candidates must be currently unemployed or employed in a part time/non-permanent role not related to career aspirations;
• Candidates must be educated to at least Bachelor level in a field related to Business Administration / Management Information Systems / Engineering / Data Science / AI
• Candidates will preferably have graduated within the last 3 years with a GPA in the top quartile – proof of this may be requested.
• Candidates must have a keen interest in starting an SAP-related career involving travel;
• Candidates should be fluent in English, both written and spoken;
• The program will commence by end of January 2026 and full-time availability from 9am – 6pm from Monday - Friday throughout the training period is essential. The Program will last for 2 months.
• This training will take place online in a virtual live classroom format. Please ensure you have strong enough internet at home to be able to participate in this program.

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PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES

• Change has always been part of business, but today’s environment forces us to deal with change – both good and bad – faster than ever before. New technologies are changing how we live and work, and COVID, climate change and geopolitical tensions expose how fragile our world is. Only companies that can adapt quickly will thrive. You need to work more agile, more intelligently, more efficiently to point out new ways. And doing so takes more than just a technical migration to the cloud.
• RISE with SAP brings together everything you need to transform your business in the way that works best for you – regardless of your point of departure or how fast you want to move.
• And because we know that transformation is a journey, not a destination, RISE with SAP allows you to change not only once, but to continually transform – and we are with you during every step of the way. 
• One of the key deployment options for our customers is a Private Cloud environment. SAP provides comprehensive cloud infrastructure and managed service offerings for the private cloud and therefore acting as an essential part of the overall Cloud Strategy of SAP. RISE with SAP, private edition enables you to safeguard your existing SAP ERP investment while benefiting from a new level of flexibility.
• Tailor the software to meet your specific needs, retain the company-specific configurations and customizations of your SAP ERP system, and access the latest capabilities that give your company a competitive advantage.
• SAP allows customers to run their SAP S/4 HANA, and HANA applications, including SAP® Business Suite powered by SAP HANA and SAP NetWeaver® Business Warehouse powered by SAP HANA, in a managed private cloud environment either in SAP’s own datacenters, IaaS Hyperscalers and in customers’ existing datacenters with our RISE with SAP, Private Cloud, Customer Datacenter option.
• SAP has established strategic partnerships with the major public cloud providers, including Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP), to offer customers choice for their SAP private cloud deployment.
• Being part of SAP’s Customer Success organization, we are looking for highly motivated and customer-focused team members to strengthen the Cloud Architecture & Advisory team (CAA). The Cloud Architect acts as a primary point of contact for all technical topics from customer perspective and is working closely with all the other internal teams.

EXPECTATIONS AND TASKS

This is a customer facing role where you will support the sales teams during the entire cycle of a Cloud deal. Following are the key tasks that this role will perform:

• Present in detail technical and operational aspects of the RISE with SAP Private Cloud.
• Present the requirements and value proposition for SAP private cloud on hyperscalers like Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Conduct technical assessment workshops with customers to define the future cloud architecture and plan the migration roadmap together with partners, System Integrators, and or SAP Professional Services.
• Guide customers on non-functional capabilities such Business Continuity, Cybersecurity & Compliance, Networking, Technical Operations, and service consumption. 
• Work with other teams within the Customer success board area to generate pricing and provide ongoing deal support to sales teams.
• Own the technical discussions with the customer and act as the orchestrator of experts to obtain expertise from the SAP delivery organization as required.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science, Business Administration required from an accredited university.
• High proficiency in customer communications and presentations is required.
• High proficiency in the SAP product portfolio, offerings, and industry solutions. 
• Good understanding of SAP solutions (releases, platform interdependencies etc.).
• Good understanding of operational aspects (Application and Technical) of SAP solutions in a cloud environment.
• Good understanding of capabilities of at least one Hyperscaler (AWS; MS Azure or GCP).
• Ability and willingness to be part of a global team of Cloud Architects.
• Willingness to undertake customer related travel on short notice.
• Fluency in English is a MUST, other language(s) will be an asset.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• 8+ years of customer facing SAP Consulting experience.
• 8+ years of solution design, enterprise architecture and or SAP implementation. 
• Experience in a customer facing pre-sales role is an advantage.
• Experience and/or certification(s) with IaaS Providers (AWS, MS Azure or GCP) and data centres is a big advantage.
• Cybersecurity & Compliance expertise.
• SAP Application Lifecycle Management and or SAP Operations.
• ITSM, Service Design & Delivery.  
• SAP HANA and S/4 HANA skills would be very helpful.