About the Role
Support SAP HR and Payroll operations by translating business requirements into functional and technical solutions. Serve as the link between HR users, payroll stakeholders, IT, and external vendors by delivering SAP HCM configuration, ABAP developments, and Neptune DXP applications from requirements analysis through implementation and ongoing support.
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Key Responsibilities
Business analysis and solution design:
- Gather, analyze, and document HR and payroll requirements through workshops and discussions with business users.
- Translate business needs into functional specifications and technical designs across Payroll (PY), Personnel Administration (PA), Organizational Management (OM), and Time Management (PT).
- Refine requests, propose practical solutions, and align scope and expectations with HR, payroll, IT, and external vendors.
SAP HCM configuration and support:
- Configure payroll schemas, rules, wage types, and processing classes; set up Payroll Control Center (PCC) processes, validation rules, and key performance indicators.
- Configure PA infotypes, personnel actions, and dynamic actions; maintain OM object structures, relationships, and evaluation paths.
- Configure time schemas, work schedules, attendance and absence types, and quotas.
- Investigate and resolve payroll and time evaluation issues, including integration with Finance and Controlling (FI/CO) and Bank Communication Management (BCM).
Development and integration:
- Design and develop ABAP reports, enhancements including BAdIs and user exits, function modules, and custom infotypes.
- Support interfaces with third-party systems, including SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central.
- Develop responsive Neptune DXP applications, including employee and manager self-service applications and reports, using SAPUI5 and JavaScript for the front end and ABAP for application classes, HCM data access, and business logic.
Testing and delivery:
- Prepare test cases, support user acceptance testing, resolve defects, and support go live and post-implementation activities.
- Maintain functional specifications, technical documentation, and end-user guidance; support annual audit activities.
- Keep business users informed throughout design, build, testing, and support, and transfer knowledge to relevant teams.
Academic and Professional Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- At least five years of experience in an SAP environment, including specific Business Analyst experience, technical design, and an understanding of relevant business processes.
- SAP HCM certification is preferred.
- Ten or more years of relevant SAP HCM functional and development experience is preferred, subject to confirmation of the final experience threshold.
Skills and Necessary Knowledge
- Hands-on knowledge of SAP HCM PY, PA, OM, and PT configuration and support.
- ABAP development skills and experience with Neptune DXP, SAPUI5, and JavaScript.
- Knowledge of payroll and HR processes, SAP integration points, and SuccessFactors Employee Central interfaces.
- Knowledge of collaboration platforms and the ability to work effectively with business and technical teams.
- Ability to analyze problems, document requirements, explain technical solutions clearly, and manage delivery through testing and support.
- Proficiency in English.
Contract and Location Details
- Country: Saudi Arabia
- Location: Jeddah, IsDB HQ
- Contract Type: Consultant
- Closing Date: 18-Nov-2026
