Project Lead

SAP; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company is seeking a Project Lead and Consultant to manage data migration and transformation efforts within complex SAP projects in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of SAP consulting experience, proven project leadership abilities, and strong stakeholder management skills. This role emphasizes a collaborative environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Constant learning and skill growth

Great benefits

Collaborative environment

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in SAP consulting or delivery of data migration and transformation projects.
• Strong understanding of SAP system landscapes and transformation methodologies.
• Proven experience in leading project workstreams, preferably in large-scale SAP transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the DMLT workstream within SAP transformation projects.
• Act as the main contact for DMLT topics and orchestrate collaboration.
• Define and track project activities and deliverables.

Skills

SAP consulting

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Tools

SAP migration tools

Job description

We help the world run better

At SAP we keep it simple : you bring your best to us and well bring out the best in you. Were builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce and we need your unique talents to help shape whats next. The work is challenging but it matters. Youll find a place where you can be yourself prioritize your wellbeing and truly belong. Whats in it for you Constant learning skill growth great benefits and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.

What you'll build

As a Project Lead and Consultant in SAPs DMLT team you will lead the delivery of the data migration and transformation workstream in strategic customer projects. Youll combine hands‑on consulting expertise with strong project leadership to ensure smooth execution alignment and customer satisfaction throughout all phases of the engagement.

You’ll be responsible for :

• Leading and managing the DMLT (Data Management and Landscape Transformation)workstream within complex SAP transformation projects ensuring scope timeline quality and budget are achieved
• Acting as the main point of contact for all DMLT topics and orchestrating collaboration across Solution Architects teams and global stakeholders
• Defining and tracking project activities deliverables and resource needs across the full lifecycle
• Managing scope risks issues and change requests to ensure controlled execution and formal sign-off at key milestones
• Driving stakeholder communication and alignment between SAP customer and partner teams
• Overseeing cutover preparation and execution for DMLT scope and ensuring project closure activities are completed

What you bring

• 37 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 (1030%) across EMEA and occasionally globally

Where you belong

Youll join Data Management and Landscape Transformation (DMLT) a global organization within SAPs Customer Service & Delivery board area with more than 500 consultants worldwide. Our mission is to enable customers to intelligently connect people data and processes ensuring data becomes a true asset for innovation and sustainable growth.

DMLT offers a holistic approach to data‑related needs covering data quality integration and transformation. We help customers fast‑track migrations manage complex transformations and optimise processes for SAP S / 4HANA Cloud SAP Business Data Cloud and beyond.

Youll work in a fast‑paced collaborative environment that values innovation learning and career progression. Expect exposure to cutting‑edge technologies global projects and opportunities to shape SAPs transformation engine.

Bring out your best

SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end‑to‑end business application software and related services for database analytics intelligent technologies and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide we are purpose‑driven and future‑focused with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries people or platforms we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP you can bring out your best.

We win with inclusion

SAPs culture of inclusion focus on health and well‑being and flexible working models help ensure that everyone regardless of background feels included and can run at their best. At SAP we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realise their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.

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