SAP Administrator - S/4HANA Implementation & Support
Experience :
Minimum 7+ years as an SAP Administrator or in a similar role
Job Type :
Full-time
Job Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced SAP Administrator with a minimum of 7+ years of experience, specializing in SAP S/4HANA. This crucial role will be integral during our SAP S/4HANA implementation phase and will continue to provide comprehensive system support post-implementation. The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge of SAP BASIS modules, exceptional technical and analytical skills, and a proven ability to lead end-to-end administration tasks, ensuring the seamless functioning, optimal performance, and robust security of our SAP landscape.
Responsibilities
Implementation Leadership & Assistance :
- Collaborate extensively with the project team to ensure the successful implementation and go-live of all SAP S/4HANA modules.
- Provide expert guidance in configuring SAP modules based on intricate business requirements, ensuring optimal system functionality.
- Lead and assist in critical data migration activities and complex system integration efforts between SAP and other enterprise systems.
- Develop and conduct comprehensive training sessions for end-users to ensure their proficiency and familiarity with SAP functionalities.
System Administration (BASIS) & Operations
- Lead end-to-end SAP S/4HANA BASIS administration, including system installations, configurations, performance tuning, patching, and major upgrades.
- Proactively monitor SAP system performance, identify bottlenecks, and troubleshoot issues to ensure high availability and optimal operation.
- Perform regular system maintenance tasks, including applying support packages, kernel upgrades, and system refreshes.
- Manage user access and security settings within SAP, ensuring adherence to least privilege principles and internal controls.
- Coordinate effectively with external vendors for technical support, system enhancements, and resolution of complex issues.
SAP Analytics & Database Management
- Develop custom dashboards and reports using SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC), SAP Fiori, or SAP BusinessObjects to provide actionable business insights.
- Design and manage SAP HANA data models (e.g., CDS Views, Calculation Views) to support advanced analytics and reporting requirements.
- Ensure robust database performance and integrity through continuous monitoring, proactive tuning, and strategic backup/recovery planning.
- Integrate data from multiple sources within the SAP ecosystem to deliver unified and accurate business insights.
- Collaborate directly with business users to gather requirements and deliver tailored, role-specific reporting solutions.
- Train users and provide ongoing support on reporting tools and dashboard functionalities.
Security & Compliance
- Implement, monitor, and enforce SAP security policies, including comprehensive user and role management, in close coordination with SAP Security teams.
- Ensure strict compliance with audit and regulatory standards, actively managing system logs, change tracking, and robust backup/recovery practices.
Support, Documentation & Leadership
- Act as the primary point of contact for all end-user support inquiries related to SAP, addressing user queries and resolving issues in a timely and efficient manner.
- Maintain comprehensive and detailed documentation of SAP configurations, operational processes, and administrative procedures.
- Develop and implement best practices for SAP usage and administration across the organization.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior BASIS consultants, serving as a technical point of escalation for complex challenges.
- Participate in a 24x7 on-call rotation for critical production support as required.
Continuous Improvement
- Identify opportunities for process optimization and system enhancements within the SAP landscape.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to implement strategic changes and continuous improvements.
- Stay updated on new SAP releases, features, and industry best practices, assessing their relevance and potential benefits to the organization.
Required Technical Skills
- Minimum 7+ years of proven experience as an SAP Administrator or in a similar BASIS role, with significant focus on SAP S/4HANA.
- Comprehensive knowledge of SAP S/4HANA system architecture and configuration.
- Proficiency in SAP Basis administration tasks, including :
- System monitoring (Workload Analysis, Performance Analysis).
- Performance tuning (buffer tuning, database tuning, workload balancing).
- User and role management, including understanding of SAP security concepts.
- Applying SAP patches, kernel upgrades, and support package stacks.
- System refresh and client copy procedures.
- Managing transport requests (STMS).
- Hands-on experience with SAP HANA database administration, including monitoring, backup/recovery, and performance tuning.
- Experience with SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC), SAP Fiori, or SAP BusinessObjects for reporting and dashboard development.
- Ability to design and manage SAP HANA data models (CDS Views, Calculation Views).
- Strong understanding of key SAP modules such as :
- Finance (FI/CO)
- Sales and Distribution (SD)
- Materials Management (MM)
- Experience with other modules like PP, QM, WM, HR is a plus.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues under pressure.
- Strong understanding of IT Service Management (ITSM) processes (Incident, Problem, Change Management).
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Nice To Have
- Certification in SAP Administration (SAP Certified Technology Associate - SAP S/4HANA System Administration).
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) hosting SAP environments.
- Familiarity with automation tools or scripting for SAP Basis tasks.
- Experience with SAP Solution Manager.
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