Senior SAP ABAP Developer

TFG (The Foschini Group); Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail group is seeking a Systems Support Specialist to ensure the efficient functioning of their finance applications. The role requires providing support services, problem-solving, and developing innovative solutions in line with business needs, utilizing expertise in SAP ABAP and related technologies. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to technology-driven processes within the organization and to be part of a collaborative team focused on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of relevant systems experience with SAP ABAP certification.
• Proven expertise in SAP FI/CO modules and database administration skills.
• Strong familiarity with SAP Workflow and experience with S4/HANA.

Responsibilities

• Provide systems support for finance applications and optimize user solutions.
• Develop reports and interfaces to enhance finance systems.
• Manage vendor deliverables and ensure successful system upgrades.

Skills

IT Architecture

Database Administration

IT Support Troubleshooting

Quality Management and Assurance

System Design

Systems Integration

Vulnerability and Penetration Testing

Education

BSc Computer Science

BCom Information Systems

Tools

SAP ABAP

SAP FI/CO

MS SQL Server

SAP Web Services

SAP BW

S4/HANA

Alteryx

Confluent Kafka

Job description

Key Responsibilities

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Providing systems support services to ensure the smooth functioning of finance applications.
• Investigating and solving problems that arise and implementing optimal solutions for users.
• Understanding business requirements and offering consulting services to determine the best possible solutions.
• Developing reports, extracts, and interfaces to enhance the finance systems.
• Finding innovative solutions to complex integration requirements.
• Coding, testing, and implementing changes to continuously improve system performance.
• Collaborating with the team to test and implement application solutions.
• Proactively managing vendor deliverables to achieve desired outcomes and objectives.
• Ensuring successful upgrades and system changes of 3rd party applications.
• Responsible for project development where required
  
  

Qualifications And Experience

• A relevant tertiary qualification (BSc Computer Science, BCom Information Systems).
• 5 - 8 years of relevant systems experience, along with an ABAP certification.
• Proven expertise in SAP ABAP development, including Object-Oriented Programming.
• Strong experience with SAP FI/CO modules, along with foundational knowledge of MM and REFX.
• Proficiency in MS SQL Server, with advanced Transact-SQL skills for efficient data handling.
• Hands-on experience with SAP Web Services, including SOAP APIs, REST APIs, BADIs, BAPIs, RFCs, and implementing OSS Notes for system improvements.
• Knowledge of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) is advantageous.
• Extensive experience in SAP FI validation and Business Transaction Events (BTEs) to streamline financial processes.
• Strong familiarity with SAP Workflow for process automation and SAP IDoc for data interchange.
• Practical experience with S4/HANA, ensuring optimized and modernized SAP environments.
• Exposure to Alteryx for data analytics and automation.
• Understanding of Confluent Kafka for real-time data streaming and event-driven architecture.
  
  

Skills

• IT Architecture – Understanding the design and structure of IT systems, ensuring that SAP solutions align with business needs. This involves making strategic decisions on frameworks, software, and integrations.
• Database Administration – Managing and optimizing databases used in SAP systems, including performance tuning, indexing, and ensuring efficient data retrieval and storage.
• IT Support Troubleshooting – Diagnosing and resolving technical issues within SAP applications, providing guidance on performance enhancements, and ensuring seamless user experience.
• Quality Management and Assurance – Implementing best practices for software testing, debugging, and validation to maintain high standards in SAP ABAP development and system functionality.
• System Design – Creating scalable, efficient, and maintainable SAP ABAP solutions, ensuring proper workflows and architecture that align with business objectives.
• Systems Integration – Connecting SAP with other enterprise applications, ensuring seamless data exchange, API connections, and interoperability between different software environments.
• Vulnerability and Penetration Testing – Assessing security risks, testing for weaknesses in SAP applications, and implementing security measures to safeguard business-critical data.
  
  

Behaviours

• Collaborates - effectively works with others to achieve shared goals
• Communicates Effectively - conveys information and communicates ideas in a clear, concise and impactful manner
• Cultivates Innovation - creates an environment that fosters and nurtures a culture of creativity which drives success
• Decision Quality - consistently makes timely, well-rounded and informed decisions
• Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
• Manages Complexity - interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
• Tech Savvy - leverages new technology to enhance productivity, improve problem solving, and support business growth
  
  

Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

About Us

Who we are is because of our people. They are our greatest asset. TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives and are woven into the lives of millions. Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers. TFG is more than a workplace, it's a launchpad for your growth. Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands. We’re a purpose-led business, and on this team, you’ll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry.

We’re the designers, the makers, the shakers and the teams behind the scenes.

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About The Team

At TFG, technology is the silent engine behind fashion, financial services, and our factory floors. Our Infotec team builds the platforms that power over 3,600 stores and millions of customer moments. From cloud-native retail applications to AI/ML deployments, we solve real-world retail problems at scale. Whether you love engineering, data, architecture, or innovation at the edge—we have room for your kind of talent. Let’s build something enduring together.