SAP Human Capital Solutions Architect

What will you do?

• We are looking for an experienced SAP SuccessFactors and/or SAP ECC6 HCM Functional Consultant, with ambition to grow their career as an SAP Solution Architect for the Human Capital Solution within Sanlam. 
• The successful person will undergo a comprehensive training programme to develop skills in Solution Architecture discipline, through internal and external training programs, workshops, and certification courses to become a designated SAP Human Capital Solution Architect for Sanlam.
• The person will be hired to as a SAP Human Capital Solution Architect, and will be expected the perform the responsibilities outlined below in the job responsibilities.
• The person must have experience as SAP SuccessFactors/SAP HCM Functional Resource:
  • SAP SuccessFactors design and implementation experience in any of the following modules; Employee Central, Performance and Goals, Recruiting, Onboarding, Succession and Development, Compensation, Learning, EC Payroll and Time Tracking to align with organizational HR processes and requirements.
  • Working knowledge of SAP HCM ECC6 modules such as Personal Administration, Organizational Management, Time Management, and Payroll.
  • Knowledge of how Business Technology Platform (BTP) and CPI supports integration and development
  • Managing and monitoring integrations between SAP SuccessFactors modules, replication to SAP ECC6, and third-party systems.
  • Understand of SAP architecture, design, configuration, implementation, testing and data governance, along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
  • Be a subject matter expert on latest SAP development tools and provide expert technical advice to business analysts and business stakeholders in search of SAP system solutions.

What will make you successful in this role?

• Business and technical stakeholder engagement and elicitation of business and technology goals, objectives, priorities and requirements.
• Translation of business and technical requirements into a solution architecture to be implemented (to address both business and technical requirements). 
• Design and validate a complex solution architecture to address business and technical requirements and ensure successful implementation.
• Design solution integration architecture to address business and technical requirements and ensure successful implementation
• Research new solutions to address a specific or general business problem.
• Provide solution advisory, recommendations and guidance on the SAP Human Capital platforms (SAP HCM ECC, SAP Success Factors and SAP Business Technology Platform, etc.).
• Contribute in the strategic planning and architecture definition of Sanlam SAP Human Capital landscape.
• Understand and interpret the business processes for which the solution architecture is being developed.
• Influence business and IT strategies ensuring collaborative alignment.
• Contribute to building Sanlam SAP Human Capital technical and application roadmaps (both for on-prem and in the cloud).
• Active involvement and provide guidance in the SAP Human Capital landscape systems migration or upgrades.
• Document the overall solution architecture and integration to other systems in-line with the Sanlam Enterprise and Solution Architecture standards and practices.
• Present solutions architecture to different Sanlam forums (including the Sanlam Architecture Solutions Evaluation and Review forum).
• Undergo comprehensive training to develop skills in solution architecture capability, through internal and external training programs, workshops, and certification courses to become a designated SAP Human Capital Solution Architect for Sanlam.

Qualification

Matric
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
SAP SuccessFactors certifications, such as SAP Certified Application Associate - SAP SuccessFactors BizX modules, Platform Administration, etc. are desirable

Experience

Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in configuring and supporting SAP SuccessFactors modules including Employee Central, Performance and Goals, Recruiting, Onboarding, Succession and Development, Compensation, Learning, EC Payroll and Time Tracking.

Knowledge and skills

Knowledge of SAP HCM ECC modules such as Personal Administration, Organizational Management, Time Management, and Payroll.
Knowledge of SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP).
Knowledge of SAP Integration Suite, Web Services, API’s and other integration patterns.
Knowledge of ABAP, FIORI and/or SAPUI5 will be advantageous.
Knowledge of SAP SuccessFactors modules and SAP HCM ECC modules such as Personal Administration, Organizational Management, Time Management, and Payroll.
Familiarity with SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) and Cloud Platform Integration (CPI).
Understanding of IT Service Management principles and frameworks (e.g., ITIL 4) and project & program management methodologies
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.
Ability to undertake research effectively and apply to solution designs
Clear evidence of continuous learning and development
The successful candidate will undergo comprehensive training to develop skills in solution architecture, including:

• Enterprise architecture frameworks and methodologies.
• Cross-functional integration and solution design.
• Advanced training in emerging SAP technologies and industry best practices

Participation in internal and external training programs, workshops, and certification courses to stay current with the latest SAP advancements and industry trends.

Personal Attributes

Build a successful career with us

We’re all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future – your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping  our employees to realise their worth. Through its five business clusters – Sanlam Fintech, Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Allianz, Santam, as well as MiWay and the Group Office – the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.

Core Competencies

Turnaround time

The shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers. 

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