Project Lead

Sap Se; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 1 000 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software company in South Africa seeks a skilled consultant to lead SAP transformation projects, focusing on Data Management and Landscape Transformation. The ideal candidate has 3–7 years of relevant experience, excels in stakeholder communication and project management, and is fluent in English. This position also offers opportunities for continuous learning and career growth, along with competitive benefits.

Benefits

Constant learning opportunities

Competitive benefits

Qualifications

• 3–7 years in SAP consulting or data migration projects.
• Understanding of SAP landscapes and transformation methodologies.
• Experience in leading project workstreams in large-scale initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery in SAP transformation projects.
• Act as a contact for DMLT topics and collaborate with teams.
• Manage project activities and deliverables across lifecycle.

Skills

SAP consulting experience

Stakeholder management

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Fluency in English

Knowledge of German

Tools

Migration Cockpit

Data Services

Job description

Overview

We help the world run better. At SAP, we keep it simple – you bring your best to us, and we bring out the best in you.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of the DMLT (Data Management and Landscape Transformation) workstream within complex SAP transformation projects – ensuring scope, timeline, quality, and budget are achieved.
• Act as the main point of contact for all DMLT topics and orchestrate collaboration across Solution Architects, teams, and global stakeholders.
• Define and track project activities, deliverables, and resource needs across the full lifecycle.
• Manage scope, risks, issues, and change requests to ensure controlled execution and formal sign‑off at key milestones.
• Drive stakeholder communication and alignment between SAP, customer, and partner teams.
• Oversee cutover preparation and execution for DMLT scope and ensure project closure activities are completed.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of experience in SAP consulting, or delivery of data migration and transformation projects.
• Solid understanding of SAP system landscapes, data migration approaches, and transformation methodologies (ideally within S / 4HANA transition programs).
• Proven experience in leading project workstreams or full projects, preferably in multi‑country or large‑scale SAP transformation initiatives.
• Familiarity with project management standards and ability to apply them practically.
• Hands‑on experience with SAP migration tools and methods (e.g., Migration Cockpit, Data Services) is a strong plus.
• High‑level business process understanding across Finance, Logistics, or HR.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical mindset and problem‑solving skills.
• Fluent in English; additional languages (especially German) are an asset.
• High level of self‑motivation, ownership, and accountability.
• Willingness to travel 0–10% across EMEA and occasionally globally.

Benefits

• Constant learning and skill growth.
• Great benefits and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.

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