SAP Asset Management Resource

Blue Pearl PTY; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Pearl PTY is seeking a highly experienced functional specialist in SAP Asset Management on the SAP S/4HANA platform. This role involves supporting and optimizing enterprise asset management operations, ensuring system availability, and providing user support.

The ideal candidate must have advanced troubleshooting skills, certification in SAP AM, and at least 10 years of relevant experience. This is a 24-month full-time contract with an immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years' experience as an Application Support Specialist.
• Expertise in SAP Asset Management on the S/4HANA platform.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and analyze complex business and system problems.
• Conduct unit and performance testing of solutions.
• Compile detailed functional specification documents.
• Deliver training sessions and compile training guides.

Skills

Advanced troubleshooting in SAP AM

Compiling functional specifications

Data migration execution

Facilitating JAD sessions

Conducting ad-hoc investigations

Education

Certified in SAP AM

Tools

SAP Solution Manager

SAP Portal

SAP Fiori

Job description

Johannesburg, South Africa | Posted on 06/22/2026

This role requires a highly experienced functional specialist in SAP Asset Management (SAP AM) on the SAP S/4HANA platform to support, execute, and optimize enterprise asset management operations. The consultant must maintain a clear understanding of urgency and accuracy, demonstrating a strong focus and high performance under high‑pressure work situations, such as year‑end challenges.

2.1 User Support & Problem Resolution

Investigate and analyze complex business and system problems, identifying resolutions and facilitating implementation.

Provide a timely consultative service to system users.

Document solutions, workarounds, and lessons learned.

Respond promptly and professionally to business requests via ITSM to ensure system availability.

2.2 Testing & Quality Assurance

Plan test scope and optimize test scenarios.

Conduct unit and performance testing of solutions, resolving defects and documenting results.

Ensure all test cases are scripted, documented, and passed (or recommend workaround solutions where tests fail).

2.3 Changes & Project Execution

Compile detailed functional specification documents.

Implement Fiori for SAP Asset Management.

Recommend system and process improvements to achieve project goals.

Collaborate with functional owners, architects, developers, and other personnel to develop dynamic and flexible systems.

Ensure project completion within estimated timelines and budget constraints.

Assist with data migration and sanity checks for projects to achieve zero system audit findings.

2.4 Training & Skills Transfer

Conduct structured skills transfer to SAP COE (Center of Excellence) staff.

Deliver demonstrations, training sessions, and training content on newly deployed functionality.

Compile comprehensive training guides, user guides, and reference documentation.

3. Key Functional Coverage Areas

• SAP Asset Management on SAP S/4HANA platform
• Depreciation configuration and processing
• Area 21 management
• Scrap values determination and tracking
• General knowledge of SAP FI (Financial Accounting)

4. Governance, Tools & Frameworks

• Change Management: Adherence to strict change control documentation and governance principles.
• Solution Management: Utilization of ITSM and ChaRM (Change Request Management) on SAP Solution Manager.
• Data Management: Execution of LSMW (Legacy System Migration Workbench) and standard data uploads.
• User Interface: High proficiency leveraging SAP Portal and SAP Fiori interfaces.
• Project Framework: Alignment with Kanban reporting cycles and JAD (Joint Application Design) sessions.
• Reporting: Weekly status reports on changes in progress (submitted by Wednesday end‑of‑business for Kanban reporting on Thursdays).
• Bug Fixes: Weekly turnaround and reporting on system bugs.
• Timesheets: Work will be tracked via approved timesheets; only actual hours worked are billable.
• Leave & Overtime: Leave days are non‑billable. After‑hours and weekend work requires prior authorization.

Requirements

Technical Requirements (MANDATORY)

• Advanced troubleshooting and functional analysis within SAP AM.
• Compiling clear functional specifications, change control documents, and test plans.
• Data migration execution and validation (LSMW / data uploads).
• Facilitating JAD sessions and participating actively in project meetings.
• Conducting ad‑hoc investigations and presenting findings/resolutions clearly.

Application / Project Experience (MANDATORY)

Specialized knowledge of SAP Asset Management implemented specifically on the SAP S/4HANA platform.

General integration knowledge with SAP FI.

Hands‑on experience with SAP solution manager, specifically:

• Change Management (ChaRM)
• Service Request management (ITSM)
• Testing packages and test scripts
• Broad experience utilizing and deploying solutions via SAP Portal and SAP Fiori.

Qualifications & Experience

Certification: Certified in SAP AM (Mandatory).

Years of Experience: Application Support Specialist with an average of 10–19 years of experience.

Engagement Duration: Available for a 24‑month full‑time contract engagement (with an immediate/ASAP start).