Desmond Festus
SAP MM Consultant
Swakopmund
Summary
SAPECIALIST CONSULTANT (MM) Career Objective Growth-oriented SAP Consultant with 24 years of experience seamlessly integrating SAP systems into business practices. Collaborative educator building relationships with varying business units and driving growth through IT-based solutions. Discerning Systems Analyst devoted to improving SAP systems and network performance for enhanced productivity. Works actively with management to develop cost-benefit analyses and set objectives for system maintenance and upgrades. Stays up-to-date on latest security regulations and protocols to execute effective measures for sustaining privacy and operational integrity.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Officer ERP
Swakop Uranium
04.2016 - Current
- Test custom SAP transactions to verify proper functionality.
- Analyzed current business processes to recommend and develop solutions to departmental needs.
- Architected SAP solutions by prioritizing simplicity, appropriate scale, resiliency and maintainability.
- Change and repaired tables and functions to restore original functionality of applications.
- Use ABAP and 4 Workbench to produce interactive reports and SAP scripts.
- Create training documentation and provided training on standard and custom SAP transactions.
SAP MM/SD Functional Lead
Skorpion Zinc Mine
09.2015 - 02.2016
- Analyze business processes and perform system configurations and managed projects within the MM functional area
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Provided training to MM, PM, SD and QM end-users Maintain SAP documentation on processes and for training purposes
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement
- Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings
- Optimized business process alignment with the SAP system to boost efficiency and business agility
SAP MM Internal Consultant
Ohlthaver and List Group
02.2008 - 08.2015
- Provided SAP technical and functional support for MM to all group companies. Across module support was a key output to ensure business continuation and efficient management of the SAP application across the group
- Improved operational planning and business frameworks to enhance resource utilization and reduce waste.
- Tested custom SAP transactions to verify proper functionality.
- Analyzed current business processes to recommend and develop solutions to departmental needs.
- Architected SAP solutions by prioritizing simplicity, appropriate scale, resiliency and maintainability.
- Changed and repaired tables and functions to restore original functionality of applications.
- Use ABAP and 4 Workbench to produce interactive reports and SAP scripts.
- Created training documentation and provided training on standard and custom SAP transactions.
- Delivered SAP training, user support and knowledge transfer at end of project and followed up to verify successful implementation.
- Solved functional and technical obstacles and worked closely with project team from different streams.
SAP MM Internal Consultant
Namibia Breweries Limited
04.2004 - 01.2008
- Provide SAP Support to end-users within the O&L Group of Companies.
- Perform system configurations analyst business processes and assist the O&L group to maximise the use of SAP across the group
- Provide the group with Special reporting requirements (Report Writing)
- Provide training to MM end-users as well as maintained SAP documentation on processes and for training purpose
- Management of SAP Helpdesk to ensure timely delivery of service to users.
- Participated in continuous improvement
- MM Implementation: Successful upgrade from 4.7 Enterprise to ECC 6.0 and rollout of SAP within the O&L Group of companies
- Improved operational efficiencies by configuring the SAP system for group companies to ensure agility and process continuation whilst strictly adhering to the processes and procedures
Transport Administrator
Namibia Breweries Limited
03.2000 - 03.2004
- Directed activities of staff performing repairs and maintenance to equipment, vehicles and facilities
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving as well as local and international shipments
- Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders
- Reviewed performance of 40 drivers by reviewing performance to promote timely and efficient deliveries.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Reviewed established business practices and improved processes to increase efficiencies and reduce expense without compromising customer service levels.
Pallet Yard Controller
Namibia Breweries Limited
07.1998 - 02.2000
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently by managing the pallet yard.
- Controlled all pallet movements within the Empty Yard and ensured there were sufficient pallets for the production department.
- Controlled movement of all Chep pallets used within NBL across the business.
- Managed the Pallet repair function with a staff compliment of 5 disabled employees.
Education
Certificate - Senior Management Development(SMDP)
11.2018
Certificate - Management Development Programme (MDP)
10.2014
Certificate - Project Management
09.2009
Certificate - Materials Management (MM) Certification
03.2006
Skills
- SAP ERP Systems Expertise
- Business Consultant
- Project Management
- Employee Training
- Configuration and Management
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Collaborate Cross-Functionally
- Scheduling and Coordinating
- Business Analysis
References
Edwin Hoveka, Superintendent IT, Swakop Uranium
0856364458 - edwin.hoveka@cgnpc.com.cn - Current Manager
Nadia Lawrence, Head Innovation & Solution Delivery, Vedanta Zinc International
0811407333 - nadia.v.lawrence@gmail.com - Former Manager
Alethea Diana Borman, HOD: Office Of The Company, Swakop Uranium
0816049198 - alethea.borman@cgnpc.com.cn - Former Head Of Department
Timeline
Senior Officer ERP - Swakop Uranium
04.2016 - Current
SAP MM/SD Functional Lead - Skorpion Zinc Mine
09.2015 - 02.2016
SAP MM Internal Consultant - Ohlthaver and List Group
02.2008 - 08.2015
SAP MM Internal Consultant - Namibia Breweries Limited
04.2004 - 01.2008
Transport Administrator - Namibia Breweries Limited
03.2000 - 03.2004
Pallet Yard Controller - Namibia Breweries Limited
07.1998 - 02.2000
University of Stellenbosch (USB) - Certificate, Senior Management Development(SMDP)
University of Stellenbosch Business School(USB) - Certificate, Management Development Programme (MDP)
University of Stellenbosch Business School(USB) - Certificate, Project Management
SAP South Africa - Certificate, Materials Management (MM) Certification
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