SAP Young Professionals Program South Africa 2025

Location: Woodmead, Gauteng
Job Type: Graduate Programs
Posted: Recently
Application Deadline: Open until filled

Full Job Description

Company Description

SAP began in 1972 as a small team of five with a vision to innovate. Together, they transformed enterprise software and redefined how businesses operate. Today, as a market leader in enterprise application software, SAP continues to build on that legacy. We develop solutions that drive innovation, promote equality, and create opportunities for our employees and customers worldwide.

The SAP Young Professionals Program

The SAP Young Professionals Program is a free initiative run by the SAP Digital Skills Center. This intensive two-month program is designed to equip recent graduates with the certifications and soft skills needed to launch a career as an SAP Associate Consultant. Upon completion, SAP will work closely with graduates to connect them with job opportunities at SAP customers and partners, where they can work as SAP Consultants.

Role of an SAP Consultant

The role of an SAP Consultant is divided into two main functions: Functional and Technical.

Consultants contribute to various phases of an S/4 HANA project, including blueprinting, design, implementation, operation, optimization, and upgrades. They provide business process and functional expertise, along with project guidance, to help clients maximize their investment in SAP software and consulting services.

Additionally, consultants are responsible for maintaining high customer satisfaction, developing referenceable clients, and engaging in activities such as investigation, analysis, consulting, coaching, knowledge transfer, and relationship building.

Certificate Information

SAP’s End-to-End (E2E) Business Processes represent the complete journey of a business function, ensuring seamless interaction between different departments. These processes integrate sales, supply chain, finance, procurement, and HR into one continuous and intelligent workflow, eliminating data silos, inefficiencies, and bottlenecks.

Benefits of the Program

• Begin your journey to become an SAP Consultant.
• Earn globally recognized associate-level SAP certifications.
• Learn directly from SAP experts.
• Receive classroom and workshop-based training in SAP technologies.
• Develop the soft skills necessary for successful job applications.
• Gain introductions to job opportunities within the SAP ecosystem. (Note: This program does not guarantee a job upon completion.)

Requirements

• Must have the legal right to work in South Africa.
• Must be currently unemployed or employed in a part-time/non-permanent role unrelated to career aspirations.
• Must hold at least a Bachelor’s degree in a field related to Business Administration, Management Information Systems, Engineering, Data Science, or AI.
• Preferably graduated within the last three years with a GPA in the top quartile (proof may be requested).
• Must have a strong interest in starting an SAP-related career that may involve travel.
• Must be fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Must be available full-time from 9 AM to 6 PM, Monday to Friday, for the entire two-month training period starting in October 2025.
• Must have reliable internet access to participate in the virtual live classroom format.
• Must submit an English version of your resume.

Why Join SAP?

At SAP, we believe in bringing out the best in you. As a company touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, we need your unique talents to help shape the future. You’ll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your well-being, and truly belong. Enjoy constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a supportive team committed to your success.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

SAP fosters a culture of inclusion, focuses on health and well-being, and offers flexible working models to ensure everyone feels included and can perform at their best. We believe our strength lies in the unique capabilities and qualities each person brings, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help them realize their full potential.

SAP is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity values and provides accommodations for applicants with physical or mental disabilities. If you need accommodation or assistance to apply, please contact the Recruiting Operations Team at Careers@sap.com. Requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Additional Information

For SAP employees, only permanent roles are eligible for the SAP Employee Referral Program. Successful candidates may be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

AI Usage in Recruitment

SAP provides guidelines for the ethical use of AI in our recruitment process. Any violation of these guidelines may result in disqualification.