Our client is an exciting new venture created through the merger of 3 leading business intelligence industry players. The company is a leader within the business intelligence and information management field employing 70 staff and servicing over 200 clients throughout South Africa. 

The company is on the lookout for a Business Objects Consultant, this senior consultant role requires a seasoned IT professional whose primary function is to deliver BI / MIS solutions, Insights and Analytics to Business stakeholders. The incumbent will provide strategic and technical direction on BI, Insights and Analytics in regards to project development, maintenance and support for Business Objects. 

Experience and Skills Required 

• Strong problem solving skills 
• Excellent communication skills with the emphasis on relationship building, understanding business requirements, and management of business expectations  
• Ability to take responsibility and be decisive 
• Ability to work within a team 
• Effective planning and organizational skills 
• Ability to work under pressure 
• Deadline driven 
• SAP Business Objects project experience 
• Sound judgement, logical thinking and strong analytical skills 
• Correctly analyse the needs of the business 

Responsibilities 

• Participate in analysis and design sessions 
• Deliver BI solution with team 
• Communication with client and project team on progress 
• Produce technical and user documentation 
• Assisting any junior staff on team 

Qualifications 

• Matric 
• BTech degree or diploma 
• Experience with Explorer, Webi, Universe Design, Crystal and Xcelsius essential 
• Good understanding of Data Warehousing and analytical solution delivery 
• Preferably certified applicants in BusinessObjects 
• Useful to have some experience with SAP BW, BEX and the SAP ERP environment 

Attributes 

• Proactive 
• Attention to detail 
• Confidentiality 
• Professional 
• Organised

How to apply: 
Send your CV in WORD format
Please, no telephonic applications. If the job is advertised, it is available.

If you have not heard from us within 14 days then your application has not been successful on this occasion. In this instance we will retain your CV and be in contact with you when an opportunity in line with your career progression arises.