Principal SAP Project Portfolio Management (PPM) Functional Analyst

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Principal SAP Project Portfolio Management (PPM) Functional Analyst

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Job Title: Principal SAP Project Portfolio Management (PPM) Functional Analyst

Role Overview

As the Principal SAP Project Portfolio Management (PPM) Functional Analyst, you will play a critical role in driving the design, configuration, and execution of SAP PPM solutions within our organization. You will lead end-to-end implementations, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure seamless integration between SAP and third-party applications. Your expertise will support effective portfolio and project management, enabling data-driven decision-making and streamlined operations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle of SAP PPM implementations, from requirement gathering and solution design to post-go-live support.
• Configure and maintain SAP PPM modules to align with business needs and strategic objectives.
• Analyse existing systems and business processes to identify opportunities for improvement and develop optimized SAP solutions.
• Provide functional expertise during project execution, ensuring alignment with best practices and user requirements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across departments and third-party vendors to ensure successful integration and delivery.
• Develop documentation, training materials, and support strategies for SAP PPM users.
• Act as a thought leader and mentor to junior SAP team members within the IS&T – ESC Branch.
• Support change management activities and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• SAP PPM Certification (Mandatory)
• Minimum of 8 years of hands-on SAP experience, with a strong focus on PPM.
• Proven track record of 5+ successful SAP implementations.
• Deep knowledge of SAP PPM system configuration, setup, and solution implementation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate business requirements into SAP solutions.
• Experience in SAP integration with third-party applications.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in the public sector or local government environment is advantageous.
• Candidates residing in Cape Town are strongly preferred due to the nature of project engagement and collaboration requirements.