SCC Senior Administrator (MDM and Systems)

De Beers Group; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading diamond company in South Africa seeks a skilled Supply Chain professional to manage systems like SAP MDM, SD, and MM, ensure data integrity, and support strategic decision-making. The role requires 3-5 years of relevant experience and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. The successful candidate will also monitor supply interfaces and participate in Supply Chain projects.

Qualifications

• Matric with a relevant Supply Chain Degree/Diploma.
• 3-5 years of SAP experience, especially in SD and MM modules.
• Advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Support development and alignment of processes and systems.
• Extract and compile management reports for decision-making.
• Monitor and reconcile Supply Chain interfaces.
• Develop and run data review reports.
• Participate in Supply Chain projects.

Skills

Business and data analysis techniques

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

SAP ERP knowledge

Education

Relevant Supply Chain Degree/Diploma or equivalent experience

Tools

SAP SD

SAP MM

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

To ensure the effective utilisation of Supply Chain systems (SAP MDM, SAP SD, SAP MM, and ARIBA) and their related interfaces in support of business objectives. This role safeguards the integrity of information exchanged between master data, contracts, production, and client systems through proactive, preventative, and corrective actions, as required by management and job responsibilities.

Key Result Areas

Systems Administration (Advisory and Monitoring Authority)

• Support the development and alignment of processes and systems, maintaining data integrity standards and procedures to enable efficient Supply Chain operations.
• Extract and compile weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports from various platforms to support strategic, tactical, and operational decision-making within the Supply Chain function.
• Monitor and reconcile Supply Chain interfaces to ensure seamless integration of information across systems, enabling comprehensive service delivery to the De Beers Group of Companies (GoC), including:
• Master Data: Maintain a centralised, standardised database across the De Beers GoC and Anglo American business units.
• Contracts: Enhance efficiency and visibility through automation of the purchasing process.
• Purchasing: Enable the Cape Town and Johannesburg SCCs to act as buying agents or principals, ensuring data relevance across SAP instances and continuous feedback to customers.
• Provide first- and second-line support via SAP and related call management systems, ensuring alignment of systems, people, and processes across the full Purchase-to-Pay cycle.
• Develop and run data review reports to continuously monitor and improve data integrity.

Project Management (Advisory Authority)

• Participate in project sessions as required, adhering to project principles, scope, timelines, budgets, and legal, health, and safety requirements.
• Support the successful implementation and rollout of Supply Chain projects within De Beers, including:
  • Data Integrity and Cleansing
  • Process Alignment
  • Access and Controls
  • Training and Change Management
  • Risk Mitigation

Qualifications

• Matric with a relevant Supply Chain Degree/Diploma, or Matric with equivalent relevant experience.
• 3-5 years of SAP experience, with strong expertise in SD and MM modules (SAP PM knowledge is advantageous).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel skills.
• 3-5 years of experience in a Supply Chain environment.

Skills and Competencies

• Specialist Knowledge Areas
• Business and data analysis techniques.
• Supply Chain policies, procedures, and systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP ERP.
• Communication
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in a business context.

Technical Competencies

• Supply Chain Integration
• WebMethods and SAP PI
• Master Data Management
• Contract Management
• Purchasing Processes
• Materials Management and Logistics (MRP, issuing, receiving, dispatching)
• SAP Integration
• Understanding of integration across SAP modules and instances.
• Knowledge of system database relationships and integration principles.
• Familiarity with technical terms, processes, and procedures relevant to the discipline.

Closing Date: 07 August 2025

*Preference will be given to HDSA candidates and consideration will be given to the company's Employment Equity Policy and Labour Plan.

Additional Information

Who we are:

De Beers Group is a company with a sparkling future.

Our experts have searched the world for nature's most precious gem. Our diamonds bring beauty to the world. But we think they can do so much more. We want our diamonds, and our business, to make life brilliant - for our people, our customers and the world around us.

Our Values:

Put Safety First - We consider all risks to people and the environment before proceeding with any activity. We address risks before beginning any activity, even if this means stopping a task. Zero Harm is always our goal.

Be Passionate - We are exhilarated by the product we sell, the challenges we face and the opportunities we create.

Pull Together - Being united in purpose and action, we will turn the diversity of our people, skills and experience into an unparalleled source of strength.

Build Trust- We will always listen first, then act with openness, honesty and integrity so that our relationships flourish

Show we Care - The people whose lives we touch, their communities, nations and the environment we share, all matter deeply to us. We will always think through the consequences of what we do so that our contribution to the world is real, lasting and makes us proud.