Job Description

We are currently recruiting for an SAP CAR Functional Consultant to configure and test SAP
Point of Sale Data Management functions and module solutions, as well as troubleshooting and resolution of technical problems.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years SAP design and configuration experience
• 2+ years Agile experience (e.g. sprint planning, stand-up)
• Functional knowledge of SAP SD, POS and CAR modules including interfaces, data migration and integration
• Understanding of SAP POS DM configuration in an SAP Retail environment
• Understanding of configuration of SAP CAR Business transaction types: Sales, Financials, Totals, Inventory and Reversals
• Understanding of XML data structures for retail point of sale transaction data
• Knowledge of SAP ABAP development concepts, guidelines and SAP architecture
• Knowledge and application of relevant IT best practices
• Knowledge of IT Service Management principles and frameworks (ITIL 3)
• Knowledge of Project management including methods and tools
• Knowledge of retail industry models
• Working with business process/activity owners in understanding business requirement and solution design
• Documenting functional and technical specifications
• Experience in preparation of business cases, business process
• Driving change
• Stakeholder management
• Knowledge and experience of Retail SAP architecture, implementation and operations
• Understanding of Retail and Finance operating model and value chain
• Financial acumen

CERTIFICATIONS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3 year IT related degree (advantageous)
• SAP CAR Specialist Certification (Advantageous)
• Certified in ITIL 3 (Required)
• Certified in TOGAF, Agile Methodologies (advantageous)
• Certified in COBIT, PRINCE2 (advantageous)

SOFT SKILLS:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Financial acumen
• Personal resilience
• Energy and drive

SCOPE OF WORK:

• Write functional and test specifications, as well as training and testing material
• Provide user support and assistance for 3rd level incidents, and resolving business as usual issues aligned to operations and service processes
• Make recommendations to optimise SAP Point of Sale Data Management processes, policies and procedures
• Adhere to all IT Governance Frameworks including policies, procedures, processes and standards
• Identify suitable solutions to new and existing business requirements (changes and projects), and ensure effective resolution of problems and incidents
• Produce portfolio and status reporting in a timely manner and aligned to the agreed communications plan for all relevant stakeholders
• Update and maintain known error database, knowledge base, configuration database as well as testing and training material, and implement a continuous improvement plan to improve the portfolio solutions
• Effectively manage and develop self to deliver on agreed individual and team objectives

Skills Required