SAP Developer / Global Support Manager (IT - Admin / SAP Basis Architect) - SAPDEV 26-06040

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Columbia, SC

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ABAP Programming Language, Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Background Investigation, Coaching, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Customer Service Management, Database Analysis, File Systems, Government, Identify Issues, Information Systems/Technology IS/IT Administration, Information Technology & Information Systems, Java, Knowledge Transfer, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Management of Information Systems/Technology (MIS), Mentoring, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Visio, Microsoft Windows Server, Microsoft Word, Operating Systems, Operational Support Systems (OSS), Performance Analysis, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project/Program Management, Root Cause Analysis, SAP, SAP Administration, SAP BusinessObjects, SAP ECC (fka SAP R/3 and SAP ERP), SAP NetWeaver, SAP Web Application Server (AS), SQL (Structured Query Language), Software Patches, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, Technical Consulting, Technical Operations, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Test Strategy, Testing, Time Management, VMWare, Validation Plan, Virtualization
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Job Title: SAP Developer / Global Support Manager (IT - Admin / SAP Basis Architect)

Location: Columbia, SC
Duration: 12 Months (Contract)


Project Overview

A public sector organization is seeking an experienced SAP Basis Architect / SAP Developer (Global Support Manager) to provide architecture guidance and Basis administration support. The role involves design, installation, testing, upgrades, and ongoing maintenance of SAP systems and third-party applications within a Microsoft and SQL-based environment.


Environment Overview

  • SAP ECC 6.0 (EHP8) on NetWeaver 7.5
  • SRM 7.04, BW 7.5, PI 7.5
  • Solution Manager 7.2
  • Fiori Launchpad & Gateway (NetWeaver 7.52)
  • Business Objects 4.3
  • Microsoft Windows Server (2012–2025) & SQL Server (2014–2019)
  • VMware-based virtualized infrastructure

Key Responsibilities

Solution Architecture & Strategy

  • Collaborate with technical and functional teams to define SAP implementation and maintenance strategies
  • Assist in hardware planning and system landscape design
  • Develop high-level implementation roadmaps
  • Provide input on testing strategies and validation plans
  • Evaluate and leverage new SAP technologies and capabilities

SAP Basis Administration

  • Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain SAP systems and add-on components
  • Perform enhancement pack upgrades, system copies, and refreshes
  • Apply support packs, OSS notes, and patches
  • Manage transport systems across multi-system landscapes
  • Configure and monitor system performance, health checks, and background jobs
  • Conduct workload, system, and database performance analysis and tuning
  • Establish OSS and EarlyWatch connections
  • Ensure optimal disk layout, file systems, and OS-level performance

Technical Support & Operations

  • Provide support for a multi-system SAP landscape (5+ systems)
  • Troubleshoot system issues and perform root cause analysis
  • Analyze impact of new SAP releases on existing environments
  • Support third-party integrations (e.g., tax, forms, reporting tools)
  • Assist project and production teams in deploying solutions

Collaboration & Leadership

  • Provide technical consulting to development, functional, and integration teams
  • Mentor junior Basis administrators and team members
  • Participate in cross-functional and technical projects
  • Lead or contribute to system enhancements and implementation initiatives

Training & Documentation

  • Develop detailed technical and process documentation
  • Conduct knowledge transfer sessions via training and peer coaching
  • Provide clear communication to stakeholders, users, and management

General Responsibilities

  • Ensure timely communication of risks, issues, and updates
  • Maintain adherence to project timelines and deadlines
  • Support after-hours activities as required

Required Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in SAP Basis / ABAP solution architecture
  • 10+ years of SAP ABAP/Java installation and configuration
  • 10+ years of SAP upgrades, enhancement packs, OSS notes, and troubleshooting
  • 5+ years of experience with SAP NetWeaver platforms
  • 5+ years of SAP experience in the public sector
  • Strong expertise in Microsoft Windows Server (2012–2025)
  • Strong experience with SQL Server (2014–2019)
  • Experience working in virtualized environments (VMware)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting ECC 6.0, SRM, BW, and Fiori environments
  • Strong SAP architecture and system design expertise
  • Experience with SAP upgrades and enhancement packs
  • Proficiency with MS Office tools (Word, Excel, Visio, Project)
  • Project management experience

Additional Skills

  • Strong leadership and mentoring abilities
  • Excellent communication (verbal and written)
  • Strong training and knowledge-sharing skills
  • Solid business and technical acumen

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in IT, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)

For more details reach at resumes@navitassols.com.

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