SAP Business Partner Manage the overall SAP ecosystem for a global leader in the defense and munitions manufacturing sector. Somerset West, Manufacturing Industry, R800 000 CTC About Our Client The company is a major player in the engineering and manufacturing sector, specifically focusing on the production of munitions. As part of a global technology group, they emphasize innovation and excellence while adhering to strict international quality and safety standards. The Role: SAP Business Partner The SAP Business Partner is responsible for managing the overall SAP solution ecosystem, primarily focusing on the plan and build phases of the IT application management model. This role exists to bridge the gap between business needs and technical execution, ensuring that SAP systems enable value, automate processes, and align with strategic priorities. You will serve as the primary link between business stakeholders and the IT organization to ensure the portfolio delivers measurable success. Key Responsibilities Manage at least 5 years of SAP ecosystem experience, including S/4HANA implementations and functional enhancements. Establish the business-IT relationship by creating governance policies and acting as the primary point of contact for service challenges. Identify business requirements and opportunities by regularly meeting with key stakeholders and business leads. Translate business requirements into functional SAP requests that align with architectural principles and the existing ecosystem. Prioritize the business application demand process and develop business cases to justify proposed changes or new functionality. Oversee the development, testing, and production cut-over of projects, including the coordination of user acceptance testing. Support solution adoption through training, change awareness activities, and guiding end users through process transitions. Monitor service provider performance and recurring incidents to identify trends and propose continuous improvements. About You At least 5 years of SAP ecosystem experience, including S/4HANA implementations and functional enhancements. NQF 6 qualification in Information Systems or an equivalent field. Strong functional knowledge of SAP modules relevant to manufacturing, such as FI, CO, MM, SD, PP, PM, HCM, or Warehouse Management. Experience working within manufacturing or industrial environments. Proven ability to translate complex business needs into clear system requirements. Professional experience managing relationships with internal business customers and stakeholders. Firm understanding of SAP S/4HANA technology platform capabilities and architecture. Highly professional and mature mindset with the ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines. Proactive thinker and team player who can also function individually with minimal supervision. Willingness to work overtime when required to meet project goals. NQF 7 degree in Information Systems or equivalent is advantageous.