Business Analyst (Sales and Distribution) | Permanent | Midrand

Edgexec (Pty) Ltd; Midrand; Presencial; ZAR 420 000 - 650 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Edgexec (Pty) Ltd is seeking a Business Analyst (Sales and Distribution) to support, optimise and enhance SAP SD functionality. You will collaborate with stakeholders, end users and IT teams to translate requirements into functional specs and drive improvements across sales and distribution processes.

Responsibilities include end-user support, training, documentation and engagement in system enhancements and testing to ensure measurable business benefit.

Qualificações

• A degree in Information Technology, BCom or a relevant field.
• 1–2 years of experience in a relevant business function or information technology environment.
• Strong end-user knowledge of SAP Sales and Distribution (SD).
• Understanding of business processes and ability to analyse system-related requirements.
• Experience gathering, documenting and validating business requirements.
• Ability to prepare functional specifications, process flows and project documentation.
• Exposure to system enhancements, implementation projects, testing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong problem-solving, logical thinking and analytical skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication, report writing and interpersonal skills.
• Good planning, organisation, prioritisation and project coordination abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project and Visio.
• Ability to work with business users, technical teams, consultants, suppliers and auditors.
• Attention to detail and accountability; ability to meet deadlines.
• Valid Code EB driver’s licence.

Responsabilidades

• Provide SAP SD end-user support within agreed service-level agreements.
• Investigate system issues and coordinate with specialists to resolve them.
• Deliver system training and support adoption of new functionality.
• Develop and maintain user training manuals and e-learning materials.
• Identify opportunities to improve SAP functionality and business processes.
• Assist with gathering, analysing and documenting business requirements for enhancements.
• Prepare scope definitions, functional specifications and process diagrams.
• Coordinate testing and assist with user acceptance testing.
• Monitor project deliverables, timelines and outcomes.
• Provide post-implementation support and assess benefit delivery.

Conhecimentos

SAP SD knowledge

Business process analysis

Requirements gathering

Project coordination

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Formação académica

Degree in Information Technology / BCom

Ferramentas

MS Office

MS Project

Visio

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Business Analyst (Sales and Distribution)

Are you passionate about improving business processes and turning business requirements into practical technology solutions? This opportunity allows you to work at the intersection of business and IT, helping users get more value from SAP and driving continuous improvement across sales and distribution operations.

We are looking for a Business Analyst (Sales and Distribution) to support, enhance and optimise SAP Sales and Distribution (SD) functionality. You will work closely with business stakeholders, end users, technical consultants and IT teams to identify system improvements, document requirements and facilitate the successful implementation of solutions that deliver measurable business benefits.

The role combines SAP end-user support, business process analysis, reporting, project coordination and system enhancement. You will investigate user issues, translate business needs into functional specifications, coordinate testing and implementation, and help ensure that system changes are properly documented, adopted and supported. You will also contribute to user training, system compliance audits and the identification of opportunities to improve efficiency and productivity.

Our client is an established logistics organisation operating across a national footprint. With technology supporting its sales and distribution processes, the business requires a collaborative and analytical professional who can connect operational needs with effective IT solutions and build strong relationships across business units and technical teams.

What You'll Do

• Provide SAP Sales and Distribution end-user support, resolving user queries and service requests within agreed service-level agreements.

• Investigate system issues, define problems clearly and coordinate with technical specialists and external consultants to resolve them.

• Work with business users, super users and the learning team to deliver system training and support the adoption of new functionality.

• Develop and maintain user training manuals, e-learning materials and supporting documentation.

• Identify opportunities to improve SAP functionality and business processes in collaboration with the Applications Manager and business stakeholders.

• Assess potential efficiencies and savings, contributing to business cases and return-on-investment calculations.

• Gather, analyse and document business requirements for system enhancements and implementation projects.

• Prepare scope definitions, functional specifications, process flow diagrams, project plans and related documentation.

• Liaise with developers, infrastructure teams, software suppliers and business representatives to coordinate implementation activities.

• Review technical specifications and ensure that proposed solutions meet business requirements before implementation.

• Coordinate solution testing, resolve issues before user acceptance testing and support successful implementation.

• Monitor project deliverables, timelines and agreed business outcomes.

• Provide post-implementation support and assess whether implemented solutions deliver the intended benefits.

• Assist with SAP user profile maintenance, access requests and user authorisation processes in line with risk and audit requirements.

• Conduct system compliance audits, identify non-compliance and highlight potential business risks.

• Recommend appropriate controls and elevate audit concerns to the Applications Manager.

• Develop, run, maintain and enhance SAP Sales and Distribution reports in response to business requirements.

• Apply SAP best practices and recommend improvements that support system performance and business efficiency.

What You Bring

• A degree in Information Technology, BCom or a relevant field.

• At least one to two years of experience in a relevant business function or information technology environment.

• Strong end-user knowledge of SAP Sales and Distribution, with demonstrated SAP SD and business process knowledge preferred.

• An understanding of business processes and the ability to analyse system-related requirements.

• Experience gathering, documenting and validating business requirements.

• The ability to prepare functional specifications, process flows and project documentation.

• Exposure to system enhancements, implementation projects, testing and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Strong problem-solving, logical thinking and analytical skills.

• Effective written and verbal communication, report writing and interpersonal skills.

• Good planning, organisation, prioritisation and project coordination abilities.

• Advanced end-user computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project and Visio.

• The ability to work with business users, technical teams, consultants, suppliers and auditors.

• Strong attention to detail, accountability and a commitment to meeting deadlines.

• A valid Code EB driver's licence.

What Success Looks Like

• SAP SD user queries are resolved efficiently and within agreed service levels.

• Business requirements are accurately documented and translated into workable system solutions.

• System enhancements and projects are delivered against agreed scope, timelines and requirements.

• Users receive effective training and are better equipped to use SAP functionality.

• Reporting is accurate, relevant and responsive to business needs.

• System access and user profiles remain aligned with approved roles and authorisation requirements.

• Compliance issues and business risks are identified, reported and addressed appropriately.

• Implemented solutions deliver measurable improvements in business efficiency and productivity.

• Communication between business stakeholders, IT teams and external service providers remains clear and effective.

If you have a sound understanding of SAP Sales and Distribution, enjoy solving business problems and want to contribute to practical technology improvements, this opportunity offers a platform to grow your business analysis and systems expertise within a national logistics environment.