JOB TITLE: MANAGER: BUSINESS APPLICATIONS
CONTRACT TYPE: PERMANENT
JOB GRADE: COMPETITIVE SALARY ALIGNED TO NHBRC SALARY GRADES
REPORTING TO: CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER
SECTION: BUSINESS MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS
LOCATION: HEAD OFFICE, SUNNINGHILL JHB
KEY DELIVERABLES
The Manager: Business Applications will oversee the implementation, support, and optimization of enterprise business applications, with a primary focus on managing the SAP environment.
The Individual will primarily be responsible for, but not limited to the following:
• Oversee the management and optimization of all enterprise business applications, including SAP and other business-critical systems.
• Ensure seamless integration between SAP modules and other applications to support business processes effectively.
• Drive the adoption of new features, modules, and technologies within SAP to enhance business operations
• Lead the resolution of complex application issues and ensure minimal disruption to business operations.
• Manage the configuration, customization, and enhancement of SAP modules such as FI/CO, MM, SD, HCM, PP, and others.
• Oversee SAP Basis administration, including system performance, patches, upgrades, and security.
• Lead SAP project implementations, upgrades, and rollouts, ensuring alignment with business objectives and project timelines.
• Work closely with business stakeholders to identify opportunities for process automation and optimization within the SAP environment.
• Ensure the secure and efficient operation of the organization’s network, including LAN, WAN, VPNs, and wireless technologies.
• Develop and enforce policies, standards, and procedures for business application management.
• Ensure compliance with organizational governance frameworks and industry regulations (e.g., POPIA, GDPR).
• Conduct regular audits of business applications to ensure data integrity, security, and compliance.
• Stay updated on the latest SAP technologies, tools, and industry trends to identify opportunities for innovation.
• Lead initiatives to streamline and improve business processes using technology solutions.
• Drive digital transformation projects, ensuring alignment with organizational strategies and goals.
• Prepare and manage the budget for business applications, ensuring cost-effective solutions and resource allocation.
• Evaluate and recommend investments in new technologies and applications to enhance operational efficiency
• Manage relationships with SAP partners, consultants, and other third-party vendors to ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Act as a liaison between IT and business units to gather requirements and deliver solutions that meet business needs.
• Ensure vendor SLAs are met and coordinate with external service providers for issue resolution and system enhancements.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of business analysts, SAP specialists, and application support professionals.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team culture, ensuring skill development and knowledge sharing.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and identify training needs for team members.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer science or Information Systems.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing enterprise business applications, with at least 3 years focused on SAP environments.
• Proven track record of leading SAP implementations, upgrades, and support.
• Experience with SAP integration tools such as PI/PO, IDocs, and RFCs.
• At least one of the following SAP certifications:
o SAP Certified Technology Associate
o SAP Certified Application Associate
o SAP Certified Development Associate
o SAP Certified Integration Associate
o SAP Certified Technology Professional
o SAP Certified Application Professional
o SAP Activate Project Manager Certification
• Certification in project management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP, or Agile), COBIT or ITIL Certification in service management preferably.
APPOINTMENT:
The above-mentioned position will be offered on a permanent basis with a Total Cost To Company package.
ENQUIRIES:
Please note the following contact details are for enquiries about JOB CONTENT ONLY and NOT for application purposes.
Mr. Jabulani Ntshani
Tel: (011) 317 0496
CLOSING DATE: 22 April 2025
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Please email your CV to recruitment@nhbrc.org.za with “Manager Business Applications” in the subject line. Applicants are informed that correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If notification of an interview is not received within 1 month after the closing date, candidates may regard their application as unsuccessful.
Disclaimer: The National Home Builders Registration Council (NHBRC) will consider all applications in terms of its Employment Equity Plan. The NHBRC reserves the right not to make an appointment. Candidates will be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments. In conjunction to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the National Home Builders Registration Council is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups.