Senior Business Analyst Midrand

Saint-Gobain Construction Products Sa (Pty) Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the TMC sector is seeking a Business Analyst - SAP SD. The role involves owning and supporting sales and distribution areas, facilitating system improvements, and collaborating with stakeholders. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of relevant experience in SAP SD functional analysis.

Benefits

Professional training

Collaborative culture promoting community engagement

Competitive pay

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years as SAP SD functional analyst/consultant.
• Led at least two full SAP implementation projects.
• Strong understanding of EDI and SAP pricing.

Responsibilities

• Gather requirements, facilitate discussions, and support configuration.
• Develop specifications for interfaces and reports.
• Build relationships with stakeholders to support business solutions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Customer service orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or engineering

SAP Certification in SD

Job description

Saint-Gobain Construction Products SA (Pty) Ltd, a global leader in the TMC sector in South Africa, emphasizes innovation and sustainability. Our operations focus on producing advanced materials and solutions across various sectors, contributing to improved living conditions and environmental stewardship.

Job Purpose

Reporting to the SAP Manager, the Business Analyst - SAP SD owns and supports sales and distribution areas, including Customer Master Data, Pricing, Quotations, Orders, Deliveries, and related SAP SD Reports.

This role involves working with stakeholders to review requirements, define solutions, and support system improvements and strategic directions. The analyst acts as the gatekeeper for SAP SD demand requests and processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, or operations management.
• SAP Certification in SD is advantageous.

Work Experience, Knowledge, and Skills

• Minimum 5 years as SAP SD functional analyst/consultant, with experience in configuration and support.
• Led at least two full SAP implementation projects.
• Knowledge of other SAP modules (FI, CO, MM, PP) and integration points.
• Strong understanding of EDI and SAP pricing.
• Ability to translate user requirements into solutions, including testing and training.
• Functional knowledge of order processing, delivery, logistics, billing, pricing, and rebates.
• Understanding of SAP and non-SAP system integration.

Roles, Skills, and Attributes

• Analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently or in teams.
• Technical understanding and ability to communicate with non-technical audiences.
• Experience in creating functional specifications (RICEFW).
• Customer service orientation, adaptability, and collaboration skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather requirements, facilitate discussions, and support design, configuration, testing, and deployment.
• Participate in implementations and continuous improvements.
• Develop specifications for interfaces, data conversions, and reports.
• Assess and improve SAP SD processes and their integration with business models.
• Support and train users on system changes, ensuring cybersecurity compliance.
• Analyze and optimize existing processes and recommend solutions.
• Build relationships with stakeholders to support business solutions.

All duties as assigned by management are part of this role.

Legal and Diversity Statement

We value diversity and focus on skills, qualifications, and experience in our hiring. We are committed to equal opportunity employment and eliminating discrimination.

Benefits of Joining

Opportunities for exposure, career development, and a focus on innovation and sustainability. Benefits include professional training, a resource-rich environment, competitive pay, and a collaborative culture that promotes community engagement and R&D.

Location

Midrand, Gauteng