Product Owner : Development

Sab; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the beverage industry is seeking a Product Owner for Development to manage ERP system projects. The role involves collaborating with stakeholders, overseeing project budgets, and ensuring technical compliance. Ideal candidates will have a technology-related degree and experience in the consumer goods sector, particularly in beverages.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a similar role within the Consumer Goods industry.
• SAP certification in FI-CO, MM, and SD is advantageous.
• Understanding of Agile, DevOps, and lean tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ERP-related system developments for ABINBEV Africa zone.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to compile a product backlog for ERP.
• Manage Capex budgets and report project status to management.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Leadership

Agile methodologies

Project management

Education

Technology-related Degree or Diploma

Tools

SAP

Job description

Product Owner : Development

Location: HQ Sandton | Type: Full time | Posted: Yesterday | Application deadline: May 21 (6 days left)

Dreaming big is in our DNA. It's who we are, our culture, heritage, and future. We seek passionate, talented, and curious individuals to join us and help unleash their full potential.

The key purpose of the Product Owner : Development (ERP Development Manager) is to oversee all ERP-related system developments for ABINBEV Africa zone, including SAP and non-SAP systems. This encompasses project-related developments and support requirements.

Roles and Responsibilities

1. Collaborate with business stakeholders to compile a product backlog for ERP developments and projects.
2. Define a 1-year Capex plan and project priorities with stakeholders.
3. Translate business needs into technical requirements for project teams.
4. Plan and deliver ERP system projects.
5. Manage Capex budgets for ERP projects.
6. Oversee vendors and contractors.
7. Report project status to management levels.
8. Provide business and ERP system support as needed.
9. Ensure solutions comply with technical governance standards, including SOX/MICS.

Key Attributes & Competencies

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills at all organizational levels.
• Balanced business and functional experience (process, solution, master data).
• Ability to communicate complex problems and solutions clearly.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Agile, Hybrid, and DevOps methodologies is advantageous.
• Leadership, influencing, and team-building skills.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to analyze complex issues and find innovative solutions.
• Engagement and influence with senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Effective coaching and leadership abilities.

Minimum Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in a similar role within the Consumer Goods industry, preferably Beverages or Alcoholic beverages.
• Technology-related Degree, Diploma, or business qualification.
• SAP certification in FI-CO, MM, and SD is advantageous.
• Understanding of Agile, DevOps, and lean tools and techniques.
• Proven project management skills, especially with SAP and technical projects.
• Strategic, execution, and innovative thinking with an agile mindset.

InBev is an equal opportunity employer, committed to employment equity and talent development. Additional relevant information may be used for shortlisting.