SAP HCM ABAP Technical Consultant

AVI Limited; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

AVI Limited is seeking an SAP HCM ABAP Technical Consultant to join the Systems team in Bryanston or Cape Town. You will develop, test and support ABAP solutions across HR/HCM processes.

Collaborate with HCM functional consultants to translate business needs into robust technical solutions, contribute to upgrades, and ensure quality code with strong documentation. This hands-on role drives real business impact by delivering efficient code for iconic brands.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in SAP HCM ABAP development (including Portal and Workflow).
• At least 3 full life cycle implementations.
• Lead programming on at least 1 full life cycle implementation.
• Proficiency across: Reporting (conventional and interactive), User exits, BDC and Call-Transaction, Interfaces including ALE, IDOC, and BAPI, SAPScript and Smart-Forms, Object Oriented ABAP, Business Add-Ins.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain ABAP programs and workflows within the SAP HCM environment
• Collaborate with functional consultants to translate business requirements into elegant technical solutions
• Optimise, troubleshoot, and enhance SAP HR systems and related interfaces
• Deliver quality code within project timelines, maintaining strong documentation standards
• Participate in SAP upgrades, including SPDDs and SPAUs
• Promote best practice and knowledge sharing across systems streams

Skills

SAP HCM ABAP

Portal & Workflow

ABAP OO

Reporting (interactive)

User Exits

BDC & Call-Transaction

ALE / IDOC / BAPI interfaces

SAPScript & Smart-Forms

Object Oriented ABAP

Business Add-Ins

Full life cycle implementations

Leadership in programming

Education

Tertiary qualification in IT / Computer Science

SAP ABAP Certification

Job description

AVI Limited is home to some of South Africa’s best-loved household names. From Five Roses and Bakers to I&J, Yardley, and Spitz, our brands are woven into everyday life. Behind this success lies our IT Shared Services Division, a dedicated team that drives digital excellence and business efficiency across the group.

We are looking for a SAP HCM ABAP Technical Consultant to join our skilled Systems team in either Bryanston or Cape Town. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on solving complex problems, enjoys collaboration across diverse business units, and takes pride in delivering clean, efficient code that drives real business impact.

You’ll play a key role in the development, enhancement, and support of SAP HR/HCM systems and workflows. Partnering with our HCM Functional Consultants, you’ll design and implement robust ABAP solutions across RICEFW components: Reports, Interfaces, Conversions, Enhancements, Forms, and Workflows, ensuring systems perform optimally across the business.

This is a hands-on, high-impact role for someone who enjoys seeing their code make a difference to real users every day.

Reporting Structure:

• Reports to: SAP HCM Support Manager

Key Areas of Impact:

• Develop, test, and maintain ABAP programs and workflows within the SAP HCM environment
• Collaborate with functional consultants to translate business requirements into elegant technical solutions
• Optimise, troubleshoot, and enhance SAP HR systems and related interfaces
• Deliver quality code within project timelines, maintaining strong documentation standards
• Participate in SAP upgrades, including SPDDs and SPAUs
• Promote best practice and knowledge sharing across systems streams

What It Takes to Succeed:

Experience that set you up for success:

• 5+ years’ experience in SAP HCM ABAP development (including Portal and Workflow)
• At least 3 full life cycle implementations
• Lead programming on at least 1 full life cycle implementation will be highly advantageous
• Proficiency across:
  • Reporting (conventional and interactive)
  • Userexits
  • BDC and Call-Transaction
  • Interfaces including ALE, IDOC, and BAPI
    Module Pool (on-line dialog)
  • SAPScript and Smart-Forms
  • Object Oriented ABAP
  • Business Add-Ins

Qualifications & Certifications that will contribute to your success:

• Tertiary qualification in IT or Computer Science
• SAP ABAP Certification

Why Join Our Shared Services Team?

• Work with a talented, collaborative team that values precision and innovation
• Contribute to systems that underpin some of South Africa’s most iconic brands
• Be part of a forward-thinking IT function that continuously evolves with technology
• Enjoy a professional environment that respects balance, ownership, and excellence

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